Development Manager

• Lead site evaluations using market, financial, and operational data to assess viability and brand alignment.
• Independently recommend sites for approval within parameters; escalate only non-standard risks.
• Serve as development lead for assigned markets and franchisees through site selection and approval.
• Own project kickoff, governance, timelines, and accountability for approved sites.
• Manage the New Center Openings (NCO) pipeline, identifying risks and mitigation plans to keep projects on track.

• Lead development coordination across Construction, Real Estate, Finance, Legal, Operations, and Training.
• Drive alignment among stakeholders to ensure timely execution and clean handoffs.
• Own development reporting and communication in systems such as FranConnect, translating data into actionable insights.

• Support development territory creation and market optimization initiatives.
• Provide market and site validation input to internal and external partners.

• Serve as a trusted advisor to franchisees throughout the development lifecycle.
• Guide franchisees through site selection, approvals, expectations, and timelines while balancing brand and financial discipline.
• Build strong relationships with franchisees, brokers, and partners to support efficient execution.

• Partner with Business Development and Legal to align Franchise Agreements with development timelines.
• Review LOIs and leases to assess financial, operational, and risk implications.
• Provide development input into lease negotiations and real estate strategy as needed.

• Drive improvement of development processes, tools, reporting, and standards.
• Identify inefficiencies and implement scalable solutions to support growth and portfolio management.

• Operates with autonomy and sound judgment in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects while meeting timelines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with executive presence.
• Proven ability to influence partners and franchisees without direct authority.
• Organized, proactive, and results-oriented.

• 5 years of experience in franchise development, real estate development, site selection, or related field.
• Required: Prior experience within a franchisor organization.
• Experience making independent site or development recommendations.
• Familiarity with LOIs, leases, financial considerations, and development timelines.
• Experience with franchise systems (e.g., FranConnect) or similar CRM / project tools.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams).

*This role is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship* 

European Wax Center is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This job description is a general description of essential job functions. It is not intended to describe all duties someone in this position may perform. All employees of EWC and operating subsidiaries are expected to perform tasks as assigned by supervisory/management personnel, regardless of job title or routine job duties.