Non-Executive Director – QSR
London
Up to £100,000 DOE

We are excited to be working with a privately owned, multi-site operator in the food and beverage space is seeking a commercially astute Non-Executive Director to join it’s board at a pivotal moment in its journey.

The business operates over 100 sites under a leading global franchise, with ambitions to diversify further, the company is navigating a complex trading environment where strategic clarity, financial discipline, and agility are crucial

The Individual:

The ideal candidate brings experience from QSR, franchising, or multi-brand retail, and has a strong grasp of finance, governance, and strategic planning. You’ll act as a critical friend to the CEO and leadership team, offering external perspective, board-level support and creative problem-solving as the business evolves.

Requirements:

• Background in franchise-led businesses, ideally with exposure to national or international scale.
• Strong financial acumen, could be a former CFO, investor, or senior finance executive with board experience.
• Ability to support banking, M&A or refinancing discussions where required.
• Strategic mindset, comfortable helping a founder-led business move from operational intensity to long-term clarity.
• Understanding of margin pressure, consumer behaviour shifts, and brand partner relationships.
• Based within reasonable reach of Essex — board meets monthly in person.

If this position is of interest to you and you fit the requirements of the role then please apply with an updated copy of your CV. emma@corecruitment.com