Job Title: Law Clerk

Location: Markham

Salary Range: 80,000-90,000 + bonuses

Who Are We? We are a strategic recruitment agency specializing in connecting skilled professionals with top employers across Canada and the United States. Our holistic approach ensures that both technical and cultural alignment leads to long-term success for all parties involved.

Why Are We Looking for You? We are proud to support our esteemed client in hiring a Law Clerk for an exciting opportunity in the franchise restaurant industry. Our client is a well-established leader known for their commitment to excellence, innovation, and fostering a collaborative work culture. They take pride in investing in their team by offering ongoing training, career advancement opportunities, and a supportive, dynamic work environment.

What's In It for You?

• A chance to work with a respected organization in the legal/franchising field
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• A collaborative and inclusive workplace culture
• Exposure to a wide range of legal processes in a corporate setting

What Will You Do?

As a Law Clerk, you will be an integral part of the legal team, providing comprehensive support in the execution and management of legal and franchise agreements, as well as franchisee resale and renewal transactions.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, edit, and proofread franchise and legal documents including disclosure documents and franchise agreements
• Coordinate onboarding documentation and manage legal disclosure processes for new franchise candidates
• Oversee franchise resale/transfer transactions, including condition satisfaction, inter-departmental liaison, lease summaries, and document execution
• Manage franchise agreement renewals by liaising with departments, preparing legal documentation, and overseeing execution
• Organize and maintain digital/physical legal files and correspondence
• Attend cross-departmental meetings and status calls
• Ensure accurate and timely execution of all legal agreements
• Perform other legal administrative duties as required

What Do You Bring?

• Proven experience as a Law Clerk or Legal Assistant, preferably within franchising or corporate law
• Strong knowledge of legal documentation and transactional processes
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficiency with legal document management tools and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work collaboratively and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment