Franchise opportunities
In the UK, a Clarks store on a high street or in a shopping centre is a familiar sight, but few people realise that a significant number of these stores are operated as franchises. That’s because both Clarks Retail and Franchise stores share the same shop design, product range and operating format.
If you’re considering taking your first steps into running a business of your own this is a tremendous advantage. Clarks will be as excited about the success of your franchise store as you'll be, and our commitment is evident in the resources that will be at your disposal – from shop design and marketing, to training and business advice.
Clarks is a full member of the British Franchise Association and we are proud to be one of the UK’s leading franchisors. Our franchise network currently consists of 103 stores, which are owned by 50 franchise businesses. Our franchisees are driven to succeed and grow their businesses, and it is not uncommon for franchisees to operate two or three franchise stores.
We believe that people are the key to the success of Clarks franchise and we identify our new franchise partners through a thorough recruitment and assessment process.
Our ideal franchise partner will:
Be commercially aware and have a strong desire to own their own business
Be customer service focused, although a retail background is not always necessary
Have strong interpersonal skills and have the ability to lead and manage people
Be prepared to work hard to achieve success and devote their energy full time towards building a successful franchise outlet
Be willing to participate in a thorough training process, embracing learning and development
If you’ve been interested and excited by what you’ve read so far and are keen to find out more about franchising with Clarks, please email chris.bartlett@clarks.com to request an information pack and application form.