Expansion Project Manager (Ireland & UK)

Descriptif du poste About Ray Studios Ray Studios is the European leader in tattoo removal, currently operating in three countries — and growing fast.

We're now building a dedicated Expansion Team and looking for an Expansion Project Manager based in Paris, with strong knowledge and professional experience in the Irish and UK markets.

This is an exciting freelance opportunity to lead the opening of new studios across Ireland and the UK. You'll work from our Paris headquarters, with regular trips to both countries, and collaborate closely with our central Expansion Team.

Your Mission As a Freelance Expansion Project Manager, you will oversee and drive the rollout of new Ray Studios locations across Ireland and the UK — from location scouting to opening day — in full coordination with the Expansion Team.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Identifying and assessing the best locations in each target city.
• Sourcing and securing premises, preparing initial project plans.
• Selecting and managing construction companies and local suppliers, negotiating offers and contracts.
• Coordinating all stakeholders (internal teams, contractors, landlords, local authorities).
• Following up on site progress and ensuring openings are delivered on time and within budget.
• Managing logistics and administrative tasks related to fit-out, furniture, and supplies.

You'll also play a key strategic role by:

• Conducting regulatory, legal, and administrative research for studio setup (licenses, compliance, insurance, etc.).
• Identifying key local partners (legal, accounting, construction, regulatory) to secure our long-term operations in both markets.

Why Work with Ray Studios

• Join a fast-growing European brand that's redefining tattoo removal with design-driven, patient-centered studios.
• Autonomous, project-based collaboration — you'll manage your work your way, delivering results on agreed milestones.
• Work with a passionate, ambitious international team that values initiative, excellence, and creative problem-solving.
• Long-term collaboration opportunities as our network continues to expand across Europe.

Profil recherché

• Freelance professional with a background in project management, retail expansion, or real estate development.
• Based in Paris, with excellent understanding of the Irish and UK markets (professional experience or network in these regions is essential).
• Proven experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects.
• Fluent in English (native or bilingual level); French is a strong plus.
• Knowledge of local construction, permitting, and retail operations in Ireland and/or the UK.
• Entrepreneurial mindset — proactive, organized, and results-driven.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and coordination skills.
• Willingness to travel frequently to Ireland and the UK.

Collaboration Details

• Contract type: Freelance / Independent contractor agreement
• Location: Paris-based, with weekly travel across Ireland & UK
• Start date: As soon as possible

Déroulement des entretiens

• 45-min video call with Pierre (Head of Expansion)
• 30-min discussion with David (Founder)
• Preparation of a Business Case
• Final 60-min interview on the Business Case with Julien (COO) and Pierre (Head of Expansion)