Thank you for considering a Pitman Training franchise as your next business opportunity. We’re actively looking for new franchisees who are excited to bring our training programs to available markets across the UK, Ireland, and beyond. Below, you’ll find our steps to ownership along with an estimate of how long the process takes.
Fill in our enquiry form and our Franchise Development Director will contact you with details about the opportunity.
During this stage:
- Research your local marketplace
- Consider if running a training centre aligns with your goals
- Review our business model and support structure
We'll arrange an introduction call to answer your questions and provide an overview of the partnership process.
Following this:
- Pay the Intent to Proceed deposit
- Receive your signed Intent to Proceed Letter
- Begin exploring potential territories
Following our conversation, you’ll receive our essential documents:
- Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA)
- Initial Enquiry Form
- Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD)
- Business plan template
Key tasks at this stage:
- Consult a franchise lawyer to review the agreement
- Prepare your business plan using our template
- Appoint an accountant
- Set up your limited company
- Register with HMRC for VAT, PAYE and tax
Once we receive your signed NDA and Initial Enquiry Form, we’ll schedule a call to:
- Review the Franchise Disclosure Document
- Discuss available territories in your preferred location
- Address any questions you may have
- Begin arrangements for business finance
Submit your financial documents for our review, which includes:
- Credit and background checks
- Business insurance arrangements (including Employer’s Liability and Public Liability cover)
- Final financial preparations
Meet with our Operations Team to:
- Learn about day-to-day centre management
- Discuss premises requirements and locations
- Review equipment and IT specifications
- Plan your training schedule
We’ll finalise your:
- Development territory
- Centre opening schedule
- Franchise agreements
- Initial franchise fee payment
After signing the agreements, you’ll begin:
- Securing and fitting out your premises to brand standards
- Ordering equipment and furnishings
- Completing your training at our centre or head office
- Recruiting your team
- Implementing your launch marketing plan, including digital presence
- Opening your centre for business
HOW LONG DOES THIS PROCESS TAKE?
From start to finish, we estimate that opening a Pitman Training™ franchise will take around 12 weeks, including an initial 1-week training period. We support Franchisees every step of the way through our pre-launch planning process with our “Getting Started Guide” and, of course, by delivering a fully detailed training programme.
