General Manager Preschool Franchise Expansion

Franchise India Brands; Faridabad District; On-site; INR 10,00,000 - 15,00,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading franchise development company is seeking a General Manager – Preschool Franchise Expansion to drive growth and enhance market presence. The candidate will manage franchise acquisitions, nurture relationships with partners, conduct market analysis, and ensure operational compliance. Ideal candidates should possess an MBA and have extensive experience in franchise development, especially in the preschool sector.

Qualifications

• 8–12 years of experience in franchise development, with at least 3–5 years in preschool or early childhood education sector.
• Proven track record in multi-location franchise expansion and relationship management.
• Strong understanding of the education ecosystem, especially preschool licensing, infrastructure, and curriculum standards.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate potential markets for preschool franchise growth.
• Drive end-to-end franchise acquisition process.
• Build and nurture strong relationships with franchise partners.
• Conduct competitor and market analysis for growth opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with brand standards across franchise units.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Business acumen

Strategic mindset

Education

Graduate / MBA in Business Administration, Marketing, or Education Management

Job description

General Manager Preschool Franchise Expansion

Department: Franchise Development Education Vertical
Location: Delhi NCR Faridabad
Reports To: Chairman

Job Summary

Franchise India is seeking a result-driven and experienced General Manager – Preschool Franchise Expansion to lead and scale our preschool franchise vertical. The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving franchise network growth, onboarding high-potential partners, ensuring market expansion, and leading strategic initiatives to position our preschool brands as industry leaders.

Key Responsibilities

Franchise Network Expansion

• Identify and evaluate potential markets for preschool franchise growth (tier 1, 2, and 3 cities).
• Drive end-to-end franchise acquisition process: lead generation, presentations, negotiations, and closures.
• Develop strategic growth plans to expand the preschool brand footprint across India and international markets.

Franchisee Onboarding & Relationship Management

• Oversee the franchisee onboarding process including documentation, training, and compliance.
• Build and nurture strong relationships with franchise partners to drive satisfaction and retention.
• Act as a central point of contact for all partner-related escalations and support.

Strategic Planning & Market Analysis

• Conduct competitor and market analysis to identify growth opportunities and trends in the preschool sector.
• Collaborate with leadership to refine franchise models, pricing, and value propositions.
• Support product and curriculum development teams with market feedback and innovation insights.

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Work closely with marketing, legal, operations, and academic teams to ensure cohesive franchise launch and support.
• Coordinate with digital and offline marketing teams to execute lead generation campaigns and brand-building initiatives.

Compliance & Brand Standards

• Ensure all franchise partners adhere to operational standards, curriculum quality, infrastructure guidelines, and brand policies.
• Implement SOPs to maintain consistency across franchise units.

Key Requirements

• Education: Graduate / MBA in Business Administration, Marketing, or Education Management.
• Experience: 8–12 years of experience in franchise development, with at least 3–5 years in the preschool or early childhood education sector.
• Proven track record in multi-location franchise expansion and relationship management.
• Strong understanding of the education ecosystem, especially preschool licensing, infrastructure, and curriculum standards.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong business acumen with a deep understanding of franchise models.
• Ability to build relationships with HNIs, education entrepreneurs, and institutional investors.
• Strategic mindset with hands-on execution capabilities.
• Familiarity with preschool curriculum, operational setups, and regulatory norms.