[Development Associate/Franchise Development Associate] Location: Commerce, CA Salary: $55,000 - $65,000 a year Employment Type: Full-time Job Title: Franchise Development Associate Reports To: Business Development Manager Department: Business Development Summary: The Franchise Development Associate is responsible for identifying and engaging potential clients, presenting the brand, expanding into new markets, and nurturing long-term client relationships. Job Duties (include but are not limited to the following): • Promoting franchise development opportunities (mega franchise development) • Contacting potential clients through cold calls and emails • Presenting the brand to potential clients • Finding and developing new markets and improving brand awareness • Building long-term trusting relationships with clients • Reporting to the Business Development Manager on weekly/monthly development processes and results Qualifications: • Bachelors degree in business, marketing, or related field • Experience in F&B sales, marketing, or related field • 2 years of relevant work experience in franchise development, sales, or a similar field preferred • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and work under pressure • Strong organization and project management skills • Friendly and personable demeanor, fostering positive relationships • Proficient in Microsoft Office and relevant software Benefits: • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance (100% company covered) from Day 1 • Short Term and Long-Term Disability Leave (short term 100% covered) • 401(k) 5% match (no vesting period!) from Day 1 • $600 Lifestyle Allowance (annually) • Cellphone reimbursements • Auto allowance (depending on job duties) • Employee discounts (40% off products & services) • Generous Paid Time Off (increases by tier) • 40 hours paid family leave (family care or volunteer trip) every year • Paid Maternity Leave (100% for 12 weeks) • Paid Secondary Caregiver Leave (up to 2 weeks) • Paid Creative Leave (4 weeks based on years of service + monetary value) • Education Benefit ($1,000 annually) • Paid Holidays (11 days) • Talent sharing opportunities • Employee club activities (movie, e-sports, book, sports activity clubs, etc.) • & much more! Additional Benefits: • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Employee assistance program • Employee discount • Flexible schedule • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Referral program • Vision insurance Schedule: • 8-hour shift • Monday to Friday Ability to Commute/Relocate: • Commerce, CA: Reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Education: • Bachelors (preferred) Experience: • Franchise development: 2 years (preferred) Language: • Bilingual (preferred) • Korean (preferred) Willingness to Travel: • 50% (preferred) Work Location: In-person