Franchise Law Clerk/Legal Assistant

Job Description

<p><b>Your new company</b></p><p>Our client is a forward-thinking organization in the food and hospitality industry, known for its innovative approach to brand and franchise management. With a growing footprint across North America, they are committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences through a values-driven culture and operational excellence. This is a unique opportunity to join a passionate team that thrives on collaboration and continuous improvement.</p><p><br></p><p><b>Your new role</b></p><p>As a Franchise Law Clerk / Legal Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in supporting legal and administrative processes related to leasing and franchising across North America. Your key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Preparing and managing commercial lease documentation</li><li>Drafting and maintaining franchise agreements, including disclosures, amendments, terminations, resales, and compliance across jurisdictions</li><li>Organizing and updating legal databases and filing systems for leases and franchises</li><li>Coordinating corporate registrations, annual filings, and trademark documentation</li><li>Overseeing insurance documentation and compliance for all locations</li><li>Communicating with external legal counsel and internal stakeholders to support legal processes</li><li>Conducting legal research, due diligence, and preparing reports for internal use</li><li>Ensuring all documentation complies with current legislation and is completed in a timely manner</li><li>Supporting cross-functional teams and contributing to special projects as needed</li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>What you'll need to succeed</b></p><p>To be successful in this role, you’ll bring:</p><ul><li>Minimum of 5 years of experience in a legal support role, with a focus on leasing and franchise documentation</li><li>Post-secondary education in a legal or related field</li><li>Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Pro</li><li>Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li><li>A proactive, organized, and customer-focused approach</li><li>Ability to build collaborative relationships across departments and with external partners</li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>What you'll get in return</b></p><ul><li>Competitive salary: $70,000–$80,000, based on experience</li><li>Performance-based bonus</li><li>Three weeks vacation (negotiable)</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package</li><li>RRSP matching</li><li>Weekly company lunches</li><li>Free on-site parking</li><li>Opportunity to work in a collaborative, values-driven environment</li><li>Exposure to diverse legal and operational functions with room for growth</li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>What you need to do now</b></p><p>If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.</p><p>If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.</p>