Interim Franchise Manager EMEA

Templeton and PartnersLondon🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 13 Oct 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This 12-month contract offers an exciting opportunity to drive franchise strategy and commercial performance for a leading global organization across EMEA markets, with hybrid flexibility. You'll thrive in this role if you have a strong background in franchise, brand, or commercial marketing and are eager to leverage your strategic and analytical skills to identify growth opportunities and manage diverse stakeholder relationships. Apply now to make a significant impact and gain valuable international experience.

Quick Overview

Seniority

Mid Senior

Employment type

Temporary/Casual

Work mode

Hybrid

Location

London, United Kingdom

Stakeholder Management

Job Description

London | Hybrid 2-3 days

Contract 12 months (renewable)

A leading global media, entertainment & consumer brands organisation is seeking an experienced Interim Franchise Manager EMEA to drive franchise strategy, brand growth and commercial performance across international markets.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute EMEA franchise and brand strategies .
Lead campaigns, launches and commercial initiatives.
Manage relationships across marketing, licensing, consumer products, retail, content and commercial teams .
Identify market growth opportunities and monitor performance.
Coordinate cross-market projects and stakeholders.
Support forecasting, reporting and strategic business reviews.

Experience

6+ years in Franchise, Brand, Marketing, Licensing, Consumer Products, Category or Commercial Marketing.
International/EMEA market experience.
Strong commercial, analytical and stakeholder management skills.
Experience in a complex, matrixed organisation.
Advanced Excel, PowerPoint and Power BI skills.
Experience with digital/AI tools and data-led decision making highly desirable.

Ideal sector experience: Media & Entertainment, FMCG, Consumer Products, Toys & Games, Sports, Gaming, Retail, Licensing, Technology or IP/Brand Management.

Please apply immediately with your latest CV showing all your relevant experience, skills and email your CV with your expected daily rate, availability to interview and start

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Marina Economidou, Executive Solutions Consultant