Manager, Legal Counsel - Franchising (2 year contract)

McDonald's Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading QSR company in Toronto is looking for a Legal Counsel to support franchise operations. The role involves providing legal advice on franchise relations, drafting documents, and ensuring compliance with legislation. Candidates should have a legal degree and 2-5 years of franchise experience, with strong organizational and problem-solving skills. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of franchise legal experience; prior in-house legal experience is an asset.
• Outstanding problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and ability to work on cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Advise on franchisor/franchisee relationship issues.
• Assist in franchising transactions, including documentation.
• Ensure compliance with franchise disclosure obligations.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Ability to multi-task

Fluency in French

Education

Legal degree (LLB or JD)

Job description

Company Description:

At McDonald's, we are committed to being the best, and that starts with finding the best people. We have built a team of extraordinary people from around the world. We are problem solvers, risk takers, innovators, and thought leaders that take our work seriously, but have fun doing it. We challenge ourselves to get smarter and sharper every day, we value personal and professional growth, and believe in rewarding and celebrating our successes.

The Opportunity

How would you like to work for the #1 quick service restaurant operation in the world?!

We currently have an opportunity for a Legal Counsel in our Legal Department. This position will be accountable for providing legal advice in relation to the franchisor/franchisee relationship, drafting and negotiating franchise documents, and ensuring compliance with franchise legislation. This lawyer will support McDonald’s Canadian Franchising team and other internal business units to meet strategic business initiatives. This position will provide you with an opportunity to hone your existing skills, enhance ways of working and work closely with and be mentored by other members of the legal and business teams.

Duties

In addition to adhering to McDonald’s policies and procedures, principal accountabilities include, but are not limited to:

• Advise on franchisor/franchisee relationship issues
• Assist in all aspects of franchising transactions, including documentation for new restaurants, lease extensions, new franchise terms and restaurant sales
• Ensure compliance with all franchise disclosure obligations
• Identify and implement process improvements and working efficiencies within the team and across the business

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and qualifications:

• Legal degree (LLB or JD) and a member in good standing of a provincial or territorial law society in Canada
• 2-5 years of franchise legal experience; prior in-house legal experience gained from a major corporation is an asset
• Outstanding problem-solving skills, exceptional organizational skills and ability to learn quickly and prioritize competing demands to meet business objectives
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work on cross-functional teams
• Strong work ethic with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Fluency in French is an asset

Additional Information:

McDonald’s Canada and Owner/Operators are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all. Our workplaces have a long-standing policy of providing fair, equitable, and accessible opportunities for all employees and prospective employees. Accommodations during the application process are available upon request.