Job Description

Welcome to KFC. Home of the real ones.
We sell the world's best chicken. Seriously. And we've done it since 1939, when the idea of crispy, original recipe chicken took Kentucky by storm. Now, we're proud to serve 1000+ communities across the UK and Ireland, bringing the grit, pride and iconic reputation that we started with, all those years ago.
Across the Restaurant Support Centre (RSC), we come to work to be ourselves, and to make something of ourselves. We want to see our potential go that little bit further, as part of one of the world's most iconic brands.
What's the gig? Well, you support our restaurants -- and we'll support you every step of the way. Simple. Our doors are open -- and they can take you anywhere.
All we ask is that you be you. Because that makes us, us. Sound good? Great. Let's find out about that job.
THE TEAM
We're the team that brings KFC to life - literally, turning big ambition into brilliant bricks and mortar. From new builds to bold remodels, we are responsible for shaping the spaces where our people work and our customers experience our brand.
We cover it all: acquiring and building new restaurants, supporting our franchisees on their development journeys, and managing the design, lease, and layout of every equity restaurant - both current and future.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
Working for a brand that first came to Britain 60 years ago and now has annual sales of 1.8 billion dollars and over 1000 restaurants, employing 28,000 people, you will help acquire more restaurant sites to grow our estate.
The Development Department consists of 15 people and this role sits within the Acquisition and Estates team. The development team covers site acquisition, market planning, estate management, store construction and design. We have a passionate appetite to expand further to reach our fans who don't have KFCs nearby, whether in London, smaller market towns or as part of our growing roadside network.
KFC is a franchise business with a large equity portfolio as well and you will acquire sites for the brand, working with our favoured agents and external partners, and also developing great partnerships with our expanding franchisees.
This role will be Field based with travel to RSC in Woking once a month.
WHAT YOU'LL SPEND YOUR TIME DOING:

• Reporting to senior AQM to source sites, whether in-town assets or drive-thrus through knowing territories well and visiting regularly in both Northern and Republic of Ireland
• Build and leverage contacts network with agents and landlords to land sites above competitors
• Negotiate the best deals for the brand to ensure best value
• Work up sites for monthly board approvals
• Consult and advise our franchisees on their site approvals
• Manage the critical path of HOTs, feasibility, the planning process and legal requirements where applicable.
• Track upcoming developments and create a strong future pipeline
• Building relationships, supporting the Senior AQM and our Franchisees on all Acquisition and Development plans
• Networking in property market and consulting with internal KFC stakeholders
• Analysis of KFC comparable data
• Internal pipeline management from source to opening

WHAT WE'D LOVE FROM YOU:
ABOUT YOU

• Team player
• Motivated self-starter with flexible working attitude
• Desire to learn and develop in a small but highly effective team
• KFC Believer
• Problem solving and project management skills with proven commercial judgement
• Maniacal about doing property deals in fast moving market

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 3 years experience
• Ideally MRICS qualified
• Good experience in a multi-site retail environment
• Knowledge of the F&B, Retail or Leisure sectors (Preferred)
• Demonstrated track record on acquiring a large number of successful new sites

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:
We offer benefits that make your life that little bit easier, because we know the juggle is real.
From flexible, hybrid working to Fri-Yay early finishes and Live Well Days, we've created a package that supports the real you, in and out of work.
You'll get:
Hybrid working from our Woking RSC (just 24 mins from London)
Up to 11% company pension contributions
Fri-Yay finishes at 1pm every Friday
25 days' holiday (plus bank hols) a
5 Live Well Days a year, just for you
Bonus scheme linked to company & personal performance
Private healthcare, Digital GP access & mental health coaching
Enhanced parental leave and flexible return options
Study support, income protection, life cover & more
And yes--25% off the chicken
Because real ones deserve real rewards.
THE ROAD TO BECOMING A REAL ONE...
Apply (Go on... do it) - send us your CV and answer a couple of app questions.
Intro call with our Talent Team
Virtual call with Hiring Manager
Virtual call wit the wider team
KFC FOR EVERYONE:
Whoever you are and wherever you're from, KFC is a place where you can bring the real you to work.
Our promise is this: every person who applies to a role at KFC, regardless of age, background, ethnicity, gender, ability, religion or sexual orientation, will have an equal opportunity to work here. We don't just welcome, we encourage applications from underrepresented groups from all industries.
If you'd like any additional support with your application, have a disability or condition that may affect your performance during the recruitment process, or have any other requirements -- just let us know. We'll be there to help you be the real you.
Ready?
We hope so, if you're ready to be part of our community, now's the time to apply.
Worried you aren't ticking all the boxes? Don't - we'd still love to hear from you.
Beware of fake job postings using Yum! and/or our brand logos -- KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell and Habit Burger & Grill -- on fraudulent sites. Yum! Brands only posts jobs on official careers pages and never asks for money during onboarding. Avoid unsolicited contacts via Telegram, WhatsApp or similar social apps.
About Company: We do things the right way. It isn't always easy, but it's always better. We make our chicken by hand (and we eat it with our hands too). We lead with our hearts, work hard and have fun - and we welcome everyone. It doesn't matter who you are, where you're from, or what your shoe size is - everyone's got a place at the Colonel's table.

Skills Required