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We are looking for a highly skilled Franchising and Contracts Manager to join our established client's team in Scottsdale, Arizona. This role is ideal for an experienced legal detail oriented individual who can expertly navigate franchising matters including Franchise Disclosure Documents, vendor contracts, and compliance in a dynamic and expanding organization. You will play a pivotal role in supporting franchise relationships, ensuring legal accuracy, and enabling business growth through actionable solutions.
Job Responsibility:
Manage franchise-related transactions, including buybacks, refranchising, and new business ventures
Draft, review, and oversee franchise agreements, vendor contracts, amendments, renewals, and other legal documentation
Develop efficient and scalable contract administration processes to enhance visibility and ensure consistency
Ensure compliance with regulations across franchise, corporate, healthcare, and data privacy sectors
Monitor industry regulations and communicate their implications effectively to internal teams
Support litigation efforts involving franchisees, including coordinating discovery and gathering pertinent information
Maintain and safeguard the company's trademark portfolio, including managing filings and renewals
Collaborate with departments such as Operations, Finance, Marketing, and Risk to offer practical and timely legal guidance
Serve as a trusted advisor by balancing legal risks with business objectives, enabling confident decision-making
Requirements:
Minimum of 3 years as an attorney or 5+ years as a paralegal dealing with contracts and franchise matters
Expertise in franchise law, corporate governance, and entity formation
Strong knowledge of commercial contracts and vendor agreements
Proven ability to translate complex legal concepts into actionable guidance for non-legal stakeholders
Familiarity with compliance processes related to healthcare, data privacy, and corporate regulations
Exceptional organizational skills to manage multiple priorities and maintain attention to detail
Adept at fostering cross-functional collaboration and building strong partnerships
Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey legal information clearly and effectively
What we offer:
competitive base salary and 10% annual bonus
medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance