The UK's leading franchise consultancy, from first franchisee to national network
We build franchises from scratch for business owners ready to grow, and recruit franchisees for established networks. bfa Advisor Members, based in York, operating UK-wide.
5 to 10 minute discovery call · No obligation · Speak to a consultant today
Two services. One specialist team.
If you have a proven business model and want to franchise it, we build your franchise from the ground up — documentation, legal agreements, and recruiting your first franchisees.
If you already have a franchise network and need specialist recruitment support, we manage the entire process — advertising, qualifying candidates, and introducing the right people to you.
Start to finish. No shortcuts.
We manage the entire process so you can focus on running your existing business while we build your franchise network.
Quick introduction call
A five to ten minute call to understand your business, confirm franchising is the right move, and book you in with one of our regional directors.
Book your call →Director consultation
A more in-depth conversation with a regional director to assess your business thoroughly and map out the right path forward.
Book your call →Your franchise journey begins
From development through to recruitment, we build and launch your franchise with you, end to end.
View packages →The consultancy serious business owners choose
We are a bfa Advisor Member — independently assessed against the British Franchise Association's standards for professional practice and ethical conduct. That credential matters. It means you are working with a consultancy held to the highest independent standards in UK franchising.
With seven regional consultants covering the whole of the UK, we combine national reach with genuine local knowledge — wherever your business is based.
Meet the teamWhat our clients say
We've had a great experience with The Franchise Consultant. To date, they've sold over 21 franchises for us and have been highly professional throughout.
Steve and his team have gone above and beyond and always deliver. I am looking forward to progressing my franchise journey with TFC.
Franchise brands we represent
A selection of the franchise opportunities we manage and recruit for on behalf of our franchisor clients.
Franchising insights from our team
The first conversation costs nothing
Book a 5–10 minute discovery call with our team. We will give you an honest view of your franchising potential, no obligation, no pressure.