Real Estate & Franchise Development Manager

DAN JOHN; Roma; In loco; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading men's fashion brand is seeking a Real Estate & Franchise Development Manager to support international expansion. Responsibilities include analyzing markets, negotiating leases, and selecting franchise partners. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in retail real estate and excellent negotiation skills. This role offers a competitive compensation package and opportunities for professional growth.

Servizi

Competitive compensation package

Professional growth opportunities

Dynamic work environment

Competenze

• Over 5 years of experience in retail real estate and international franchise development.
• Strong knowledge of commercial real estate dynamics and franchise partnership models.
• Fluent in English and knowledge of an additional language is a plus.

Mansioni

• Analyze international markets for expansion.
• Research and evaluate strategic locations for new stores.
• Negotiate agreements with landlords and property owners.

Conoscenze

Negotiation skills

Market analysis

Relationship building

Fluent English

Descrizione del lavoro

Overview

Dan John: where style meets classic elegance, and innovation blends with Italian tradition. With over 230 stores worldwide, our brand is now a global reference in men’s fashion retail, synonymous with quality, refined design, and accessible style. To support our international expansion plan, we are seeking a Real Estate & Franchise Development Manager – International, responsible for identifying and negotiating new store locations and selecting qualified franchise partners in foreign markets.

Responsibilities

• Analyze international markets and identify high-potential areas for expansion.


• Research, select, and evaluate strategic locations for new store openings.


• Negotiate with landlords, brokers, and property owners, securing agreements aligned with brand standards.


• Scout, select, and evaluate potential franchise partners in target markets.


• Prepare feasibility studies and business plans for international openings.


• Coordinate with internal functions (Finance, Legal, Product, Retail) to ensure a smooth and compliant store opening process.

Requirements

• Over 5 years of experience in retail real estate and international franchise development.


• Strong knowledge of commercial real estate dynamics and franchise partnership models.


• Excellent negotiation and relationship-building skills at international level.


• Fluent in English (mandatory); knowledge of an additional foreign language is a plus.


• Availability to travel frequently across target markets (Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia).


• Strong results orientation, autonomy, and a strategic mindset.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to contribute to the international expansion of a fast-growing Italian brand.


• A dynamic and multicultural work environment.


• Competitive compensation package and professional growth opportunities.