At Signs Express Ireland you get all the proven benefits of an established brand. The Signs Express Irish management franchise is designed to provide a full professional service to a vast marketplace of potential customers.

Our Service
The fact is, signs are everywhere and are essential to just about every company and organisation to display a wide variety of vital messages. Signs display a whole range of information such as company names, corporate images and logos, promotional graphics, products, warnings and directions. In actual fact, most businesses need signs in no small number. In the business to business market, customers look for a quick turnaround and a quality service, and it is these repeat and high volume orders which can make your Signs Express Irish franchise so profitable.

Company History
Established in 1989, Signs Express opened it first centre as to be run as a pilot operation conceived with the specific aim of becoming a successful franchise company. The pilot centre still operates and enables us to develop new products and carry out market research without inconveniencing the network. The first franchise was awarded in 1992 and since then the pioneering franchise programme has grown the Signs Express group into the hugely successful franchise it is today.

Signs Express is the UK and Ireland’s largest sign company and in a unique position to offer nationwide solutions that no other sign company can. With a network of more than 80 centres across the UK and Ireland, our franchisees are ideally placed to benefit from multi-site national customers.

BFA Accreditation?
As a full member of the British and Irish Franchise Associations, you can be sure that we adhere to strict codes of business. The company has been regularly recognised by the BFA in their annual awards, bearing testament to our reputation for excellence. In addition, all Signs Express centres are accredited members of the British Sign and Graphics Association who have presented the group with numerous prestigious awards.

Where would I be based?
You will be based in a light industrial unit which better suits the business to business market. This gives lower rents than high street locations which tend to be more suited to retail operations in the consumer market. In particular, because of the layout of the premises, all centres have a climate controlled vehicle application bay in which vehicle graphics can be applied in the best environment to ensure a quality finish.

Join the UK and Ireland’s market-leading sign group and you’ll benefit from:

A challenging career with a management franchise
A well-designed and thoroughly proven business operation
A franchise package that includes all you need to set up your business
Preferential arrangements with leading banks
A comprehensive four-week initial training programme
First-class support from our team of experts and your network colleagues
Working as a business professional in a clean and creative environment
Access to our network of national clients such as Daimler-Chrysler and McDonalds
Our buying power as the country’s largest sign company with specially negotiated deals for everyday materials and speciality products
Nationwide awareness of an established brand with a fantastic reputation for quality products and service

Training and Support

Inital Training from Signs Express Ireland

Our 4-week residential training courses are held at our custom-designed training facility where you will meet the support team and other franchisees. You will also be shown technical and production techniques so you will know exactly what your staff will do to ensure you have a thorough grounding in every aspect of the business. The programme also provides assistance in locating premises, recruiting staff and covers every aspect of the set-up and fit-out of your centre.

Receiving Invaluable Ongoing Support

From day one of operating, you’ll receive a wealth of ongoing support by a team of experts at our head office in Norwich who combine an invaluable mix of industry experience dedicated to helping you establish and grow your business. The team of experienced managers and 20+ support staff are always on hand to answer queries and provide support for any problem you may encounter. Additional courses, if needed, are also available for both you and your staff.

Finance

Typical example of franchisee funding arrangements for a Signs Express in Ireland

Total Requirement = €120,000

Typical Bank Loan = €72,000

Franchisee's Capital Requirement = €48,000

Who's Ideal for Us

What we look for in a Signs Express Irish franchisee...

Naturally, we want to make sure that this is the right opportunity for your talents.

With a large network of successful franchisees, our recruitment process has to be rigorous to protect the existing Irish network. We look for focused professional business people, who will enjoy the challenge of running their own business and who have the will to succeed.

As a management franchise, our programme is designed around recruiting experienced sign makers for the production process. Our franchisees do not need a background in the sign industry but you will need:

Drive and determination to achieve
Commitment and enthusiasm for hard work
Commercial business-to-business awareness
Excellent management skills and good sales ability

Territories/Locations

Available Irish Locations

There are currently franchise opportunities across the UK and Ireland. Whilst the Signs Express network is growing there are still opportunities to buy a franchise in greenfield areas. If your chosen area has already been allocated, you may find that a neighbouring territory is still vacant. If you're looking for a franchise for sale, from time to time a franchise resale opportunity may also arise, for example when one of our franchisees retires. This can provide an exciting chance to buy a business which is already established benefiting from an existing customer base, existing staff and local awareness.

If you have what it takes to create a successful Signs Express Franchise in Ireland, we want to hear from you.

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Company Facts

Business Description

Signs Express is firmly established as the leading signs franchise in the UK and Ireland.

Industry Sector

Print and Design

Irish Franchise Association Membership

Yes

BFA Membership

Yes

International Franchise Association Membership

Franchise Type

Management

Minimum Total Investment

€ 120000

Contact Details

Contact

Tony Marsh

Address

The Old Church
St Matthews Rd
Norwich
UK
Post Code
NR1 1SP

Tel

+00 44 1603 625 925

Fax

+44 44 1603 613 136

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