VIC or NSW| 3–5 days per week | Base + performance incentives
Help us find the next generation of Fernwood locations.
Fernwood Fitness is one of Australia's most recognised women's health and fitness brands, and we're looking to accelerate the growth of our national club network. We're seeking a proactive, commercially minded Franchise Site Acquisition Manager to actively uncover new location opportunities across Australia. This is a newly created role with a very clear objective: help us increase the number of quality new Fernwood locations entering our development pipeline. You'll work closely with and report to our National Franchise Manager.
Key responsibilities
Proactively identify potential Fernwood locations within priority areas and growth markets
Build and maintain solid relationships with commercial and retail leasing agents
Regularly search commercial property platforms and off-market prospects
Contact agents, landlords and developers regarding current and upcoming opportunities
Drive target areas, identify potential sites and follow up opportunities
Keep abreast of new developments, shopping precincts and emerging commercial areas
Undertake initial screening of opportunities against Fernwood's site requirements
Gather key information including size,
location, parking, access, surrounding businesses, demographics and indicative commercial terms
Maintain an active pipeline of potential sites and provide regular updates to the franchising team
Present qualified opportunities to the National Franchise Manager for further assessment and progression
About you
Naturally proactive and loves finding opportunities
Confident picking up the phone and building new relationships
Strong commercial instincts and can quickly assess whether an chance is worth pursuing
Persistent, resourceful and comfortable chasing leads
Enjoys being out in the market rather than sitting behind a desk all week
Can manage a large pipeline without losing momentum
Communicates clearly and works well as part of a broader development team
Motivated by results and enjoys being rewarded for creating tangible outcomes
Experience within commercial property, leasing, franchising, retail development, fitness or multi-site businesses highly regarded
About us
Fernwood Fitness is one of Australia's most recognised women's health and fitness brands, and we're looking to accelerate the growth of our national club network.