The Explorer Group is on the lookout for ambitious individuals who want to make a real difference. With a supportive community and endless growth opportunities, we offer competitive packages that reward your hard work.
The Explorer Group
Scotland's top franchise operator
Licensed Operators Of
THE LEADING OWNER & OPERATOR OF PREMIER FRANCHISES IN SCOTLAND
Driving the franchise future
We opened our first Starbucks store in December 2014, and now have 19 stores (14 Drive Thru) across the East Coast of Scotland, with another 4 planned to open by the end of 2025. Our first M&S Food store opened in Battlefield, Glasgow, December 2023 and was followed by Stockbridge, Edinburgh, in July 2024. More store openings are planned for 2025 and beyond. Our first Regus Managed Service office, Cluny Court, Kirkaldy, opened in April 2025, and the new tenant for our office building in Dunfermline, Caledonia House, moves in at the end of the year.
We are growing rapidly and can offer careers at all levels.
We'd like to hear from you if you offer freehold and leasehold opportunities across Scotland.
Our operating companies
Our Team
Exploring together, our Leadership Team
Sean Geddes
Co-Owner & Managing Director
The Explorer Group, a company wholly-owned by Sean and his wife Stephanie, now includes the Starbucks operating company, a M&S Food operating company with a mandate to expand throughout Scotland, and a commercial property development company.
Sean Geddes
Co-Owner & Managing Director
The Explorer Group, a company wholly-owned by Sean and his wife Stephanie, now includes the Starbucks operating company, a M&S Food operating company with a mandate to expand throughout Scotland, and a commercial property development company.
Stephanie Geddes
Co-Owner & Legal Director
As well as Group Legal Director, Stephanie also manages the Group’s charitable arm, The Kennedy & Geddes Trust. Outside of the business, Stephanie is a keen sailor with off-shore racing often tempting her away from the office.
Eileen McBain
Finance Director
Eileen is now the Finance Director of The Explorer Group, running & developing a small & dynamic finance team.
Andy Hay
Operations Director
Andy joined the Burton & Speke board of directors in 2021. He now sits on the board of The Explorer Group, and leads the operations teams across the Group.
Paul Barker
Chief Information Officer & Board Advisor
Before taking up this role, Paul lived in Los Angeles for 16 years where he was Director of Cybersecurity & Technology Risk at one of the world’s largest fund management companies with over $2.3 trillion in assets.
Andy Brattesani
Board Advisor
Andy was appointed as non-executive Advisor to the Board of The Explorer Group in October 2022.
The leading owner & operator of premier franchises in Scotland
We have a proven track record of success, and we're committed to delivering a market leading experience
CAREERS
Join our rapidly growing team.
We're expanding our team and we're looking for talented individuals to join us. We offer a competitive salary and benefits packages, as well as opportunities for growth and development.
PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT
Our brands - what, where & when
We're always looking for new opportunities. We're actively seeking freehold and leasehold properties across Scotland.
All Starbucks Locations
We're seeking land or units allowing the siting of stores between 4-5,000 sqft in area, preferably with parking in the heart of local communities and neighbourhoods.
All M&S Food Locations
Exciting news! The Explorer Group has partnered with International Workspace Group (IWG) to bring high-quality serviced offices to Scotland. Through this partnership, our subsidiary, Abel Tasman Limited, will operate under the established Regus brand.
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WORKING WITH US
Start your success story here.
We offer a variety of career paths, and we are always looking for new ways to reward and recognise contributions. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.
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