Business Development Specialist (Franchise Development)

Business Development Specialist (Franchise Development)
Remote (Based in Vietnam) | Full-time (40 hrs/week)
We're hiring on behalf of a US-based education franchise (K-12 Math, English, Test Prep, Private Tutoring) for a relationship-driven Business Development Specialist to work directly with the Founder & CEO and support franchise network growth.
This is not a traditional sales role - we're looking for someone who enjoys connecting with people, building trust, and guiding qualified candidates through exploring business ownership opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct discovery calls with prospective franchise candidates
Build relationships with leads, franchise brokers, and referral partners
Qualify candidates based on financial, professional, and personal criteria
Schedule and coordinate follow-up meetings with the CEO
Manage CRM records and provide weekly reports
Support marketing initiatives: LinkedIn outreach, email campaigns, content creation
Assist with validation calls and Discovery Day preparation
Qualifications
Fluent in written and spoken English
Strong relationship-building, follow-up, and communication skills
Sales, business development, or franchise development experience preferred
Marketing experience (LinkedIn, email, CRM, content creation) is a plus
Fast learner, detail-oriented, self-motivated
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, must be available during US Pacific Time (PT) business hours
What We Offer
Competitive compensation based on experience
Performance-based bonus opportunities
Direct mentorship from the Founder & CEO
Positive, growth-oriented team environment