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In House Legal Counsel, Head of Legal

London, ON · Legal
In House Legal Counsel 
Head of Legal    
Quick Service Restaurants   
Franchise Law experience required
National Real Estate expansion  
London, Ontario
Remote with occasional in office London, Ontario HQ
$135,000 - $175,000 + Bonus   


Our client, a rapidly growing Quick Service Restaurant brand is looking to hire In House Legal Counsel to drive continued market growth. Headquartered in London ON, our client has aggressive expansion plans and require In House Legal Counsel with In-depth knowledge of franchise laws, contracts, and regulatory compliance.


In House Legal Counsel Position Summary:

In this role, you will play a critical role in navigating legal complexities, ensuring compliance, and protecting the interests of our client as they expand their franchise network. The position is a hybrid role, combining remote work with occasional in-office responsibilities. The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of extensive experience in franchise law and a proven track record working with or for QSR brands.


In House Legal Counsel Duties & Responsibilities:

•    Provide expert legal advice on franchise agreements, development contracts, and other franchise-related matters.
•    Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, leases, and other legal documents to support the company’s growth.
•    Ensure compliance with franchise laws and regulations in all operational jurisdictions.
•    Collaborate with internal stakeholders to address legal concerns related to real estate, operations, and procurement.
•    Manage dispute resolution processes and oversee litigation as needed.
•    Develop and maintain standard legal documentation and processes to streamline franchise operations.
•    Stay updated on legal developments in the QSR industry to proactively mitigate risks.
•    Act as a strategic partner to the executive team, providing input on legal implications of business decisions.


In House Legal Counsel Qualifications: 
 
•    7+ years of experience in franchise law, with a strong preference for candidates who have worked extensively with or at QSR brands.
•    In-depth knowledge of franchise laws, contracts, and regulatory compliance.
•    Experience negotiating complex agreements, including leases and franchise contracts.
•    Proven ability to manage legal risks and resolve disputes effectively.
•    Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams.
•    Membership in good standing with the relevant provincial or state bar association.
•    Hybrid work experience is preferred, with the flexibility to travel as needed.


In House Legal Counsel Renumeration:

•    Salary: Commensurate with experience.
•    Bonus: 20-25% of base salary.
•    Vacation: 4 weeks.
•    Health Benefits: Provided.
•    Location: Hybrid (Remote and London, Ontario-based headquarters)



Interested?
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Only applicants with the legal right to work in Canada can be considered for this opportunity.

We thank all those who express interest in this opportunity however only those short-listed we be contacted.

 


Thank you for your interest in this job posting.

We look forward to hearing from you.

TalentSphere Staffing Solutions
talentsphere.ca

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