Regional Operations Manager Atlanta GA

World Headquarters•Atlanta, GA

6d•$95,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Learning Experience is seeking an experienced Regional Operations Manager to support and guide franchise childcare centers across Georgia and surrounding markets. This field leadership role is responsible for protecting brand standards, driving operational excellence, and partnering with franchise owners to improve performance across enrollment, quality, financial results, and team development. The ideal candidate is a strong multi-unit or franchise operator who thrives in a high-travel, consultative environment and enjoys coaching leaders to deliver consistent, high-quality results.

Requirements

Proven experience as a multi-unit operator, field leader, or franchise consultant
Strong understanding of profit and loss statements and operational performance metrics
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and business reporting tools
Strong project management, business writing, and reporting skills
Exceptional interpersonal, coaching, and verbal communication abilities
Strong business acumen, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work a flexible full-time schedule, including occasional weekends or holidays
Willingness and ability to travel approximately 85 percent of the time
Reliable transportation required; fixed and variable car allowance included in compensation
Candidates must live within 30 miles of a major airport and be willing to drive to neighboring states to support frequent onsite center visits.

Nice To Haves

Early childhood education, service-based franchising, or multi-location experience strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as a field leader and brand ambassador, ensuring all centers consistently meet The Learning Experience operational, quality, and brand standards
Act as a trusted business consultant to franchise owners, providing guidance on operations, staffing, enrollment growth, and financial performance
Execute regional operational strategies to drive enrollment, retention, productivity, quality outcomes, and brand awareness
Analyze center-level trends, including enrollment metrics and profit and loss performance, to identify opportunities for improvement
Communicate and train on new initiatives, systems, and programs while driving engagement and adoption
Ensure franchisee compliance with standard operating procedures, franchise agreements, and state childcare licensing regulations
Partner with Marketing to evaluate enrollment trends and implement regional action plans
Support franchisees with licensing, marketing, advertising, hiring, training, and new center openings
Build strong, trust-based relationships with franchise owners, center leaders, and corporate support teams
Research and share best practices, data, and insights to support talent attraction and customer retention
Proactively identify challenges, resolve issues, and escalate concerns when appropriate
Continuously improve performance across the assigned region and the broader TLE system