Franchise Growth Manager – NSW/ACT | Hybrid & Travel

G.J. Gardner Homes; Sunshine Coast Regional; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with commissions

Hybrid role (Birtinya, Sunshine Coast)

Regular travel to NSW/ACT

Professional growth and training

Job summary

G.J. Gardner Homes is seeking a Business Development Manager to lead franchise network expansion across NSW/ACT from the Sunshine Coast base. The role blends strategic planning with active recruitment, pipeline development, and stakeholder engagement to grow our network.

You will work in a hybrid setup from the Birtinya office (2 days per week) with regular travel supporting NSW/ACT prospects and events, backed by comprehensive training and strong systems support for long-term career growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in sales, recruitment or business development.
• Experience in franchise recruitment or home building/construction is valuable.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills; ability to manage CRM pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Franchise Recruitment Strategy & Planning: identify priority territory opportunities and pipeline initiatives across NSW/ACT.
• Lead Generation & Networking: be the initial contact for new franchise opportunities and build a personal networking plan.
• Prospect Management: manage applicants through the recruitment process and transition to regional leadership.
• Best Practice & Compliance: maintain CRM data and ensure compliance with Franchising Code of Conduct.

Skills

Sales

Recruitment

Business development

Lead generation

Networking

CRM

Education

Bachelor's degree (relevant field)

Job description

G.J. Gardner Homes is seeking a Business Development Manager to lead franchise network expansion across NSW/ACT from the Sunshine Coast base. The role blends strategic planning with active recruitment, pipeline development, and stakeholder engagement to grow our network.

You will work in a hybrid setup from the Birtinya office (2 days per week) with regular travel supporting NSW/ACT prospects and events, backed by comprehensive training and strong systems support for long-term career growth.