Franchise Development Representative
4 days ago
Winchester
Franchise Development Representative Winchester / Basingstoke Territory £28,000–£32,000 + approx. £5,000 commission (based on % of sales margin) Company Van & Tools Provided | Full Training | Pathway to Franchise Ownership Just Shutters is expanding, and we are launching a new employed role that mirrors the responsibilities of a franchisee, with the unique opportunity to transition into owning the Winchester/Basingstoke & Thames Valley franchise after 12–18 months. We’re looking for a confident, customer-focused individual with strong sales ability and solid practical skills to deliver the full Just Shutters service from enquiry to installation. About the Role As a Franchise Development Representative, you will manage all aspects of the customer journey, including: Sales & Customer Experience (Key Priority) • Visiting customers in their homes to present the Just Shutters brand and product range, • Building rapport, identifying customer needs, and confidently closing sales, • Preparing quotations and actively following up to convert opportunities, • Representing the company with professionalism and trustworthiness Technical & Installation • Taking accurate window measurements, • Installing shutters safely and to a high standard (full training provided), • Using hand tools confidently and working safely on ladders in customer homes Operations & Administration • Entering orders into the company system, • Managing your appointment schedule and sales pipeline, • Carrying out light local marketing activity (with central PPC & social media support), • Operating a branded Just Shutters van (provided) What We’re Looking For Sales & Customer Skills – Essential • Strong experience in customer-facing roles, • Confident communicator with the ability to influence and close sales, • Comfortable with follow-up activity and pipeline management Practical Skills • Good DIY capability and confidence using hand tools, • Ability to install products safely (full training given), • Comfortable working at height on ladders General Requirements • Full UK driving licence, • Self-motivated, organised, and able to work independently, • Comfortable working in customers’ homes and providing excellent service What We Offer • £28,000–£32,000 base salary, • Commission approx. £5,000, based on % of sales margin, • Branded Just Shutters van provided, • Tools and equipment provided, • Full product and installation training, • Support from central marketing, including PPC and social media campaigns A Unique Career Path – Transition to Franchise Owner After 12–18 months, successful candidates will have the option to purchase the Winchester/Basingstoke franchise, with structured pathways such as: • Full upfront payment, • Staged payment plan, • Commission-supported contribution This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants long-term business ownership but prefers a supported, low-risk entry path.