About the Role

We are seeking a highly capable Franchise Recruitment Manager to support the continued growth and strength of our Bridgestone Select network. As a key member of the Network Development team, you will play  a critical part in ensuring best‑practice franchise recruitment, managing store resales, and supporting key network development initiatives across Australia.

Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Manage the end‑to‑end store resale process, guiding prospective purchasers from initial enquiry to sale completion and ensuring all parties understand Bridgestone’s requirements.

• Collaborate with State Operations, Credit, Legal, Training and Retail Systems teams to progress candidates efficiently and maintain accurate resale documentation.
• Maintain and enhance best‑practice franchise recruitment systems, attracting high‑quality external candidates and supporting existing franchisees exploring multi‑site opportunities.
• Develop and implement programs to support new franchisees with employee recruitment, including identifying, selecting and onboarding staff.
• Ensure all network development documentation is accurate, timely, legally compliant and accessible to key stakeholders.
• Improve documentation processes and platforms to enhance efficiency, transparency and compliance.

About you

You will bring experience in franchise recruitment and a sound understanding of franchise law, compliance requirements, and the franchise code of conduct. A degree in management or a related discipline is advantageous, though not essential. You understand the dynamics of retail and store operations and are confident managing projects from start to finish.

To succeed in this role, you must also have:

• Strong administrative skills, including documentation accuracy, process management and attention to detail.
• Highly effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly and professionally to diverse stakeholders.
• A self-motivated and proactive approach, with the capacity to work independently, manage competing priorities, and exercise sound judgement.

About Us

A renowned global leader in tyres and rubber, Bridgestone is striving towards a vision to provide both social value and customer value as a sustainable solutions company.

With sustainability at the core of our business and guided by the values of our Bridgestone E8 Commitment, Bridgestone offers a diverse product portfolio of premium tyres and advanced solutions backed by innovative technologies, improving the way people around the world move, live, work and play.

Our People Commitment

At Bridgestone, we know what matters to our people. That’s why our focus is on creating the conditions for our teammates to feel safe and happy at work.

We’re passionate about growth and development, supporting our people to achieve their career goals with a focus on promoting from within.

We offer flexibility that enhances wellbeing and performance, and the security of working for a trusted global brand. 

You’ll join a great team. We take pride in our friendly and supportive community. Together, we are working towards our mission of ‘Serving Society with Superior Quality’.

We believe in creating a workplace where you feel valued for your contributions and inspired to do your best work. Our perks include:

• • Competitive total remuneration package, inclusive of market-related base pay, plus variable pay and allowances depending on your role.​
  • Discounts on Bridgestone tyres and servicing for you, your family and friends! Financial education, wellbeing support, and a range of employee discounts on private health, cars and car hire, hotels and other retailers.​
  • Annual paid volunteer leave to give back to a cause that matters to you – now that’s rewarding.