Signs Express… the leading signs franchise in the UK and Ireland
Signs Express opened its pilot operation in 1989. This centre still operates 
and enables us to develop new products and carry out research. The first franchise was awarded in 1992 and since then the pioneering franchise programme has grown the Signs Express group unto the hugely successful franchise it is today.
With a network of more than 80 centres, our franchisees are ideally placed to benefit from multi-site national customers.
The lucrative B2B marketplace presents the ideal opportunity for success with every business requiring signs and graphics. Combine this potential with Signs Express’ excellent brand presence and ongoing training and support; and franchisees have all the tools they need for business success.
“Every Signs Express franchisee has the foundations for a successful business and the opportunity for high financial rewards,” Ken Bevis, Signs Express (N & NE Lincolnshire).
Training and support
How we support you
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 McDonald’s
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
Financial information
Typical example of franchisee funding arrangement:
Total requirement: £87,500
Typical bank loan: £55,000
Franchisee’s capital requirement: £32,500
Who’s ideal for us
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.
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
If you have what it takes to create a successful Signs Express franchise, we want to hear from you.
Territories/locations
Where we are looking for franchisees
There is currently Signs Express franchise opportunities available across the UK and Ireland.
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.
Available locations include: West Midlands, East Midlands, Essex and West Scotland.
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