In-House Franchise Lawyer

Location:

Department:

Work Schedule:

Reports To:

Employment Type:

Job Summary

In-House Franchise Counsel

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and manage franchise agreements, disclosure documents, MOUs, NDAs, and other legal documents related to franchising.
• Advise on legal aspects of franchise recruitment, development, and operations.
• Negotiate franchise terms with prospective franchisees to align with business interests while ensuring compliance with legal standards.
• Handle franchise renewals, terminations, and dispute resolution.
• Liaise with external counsel, regulatory bodies, and internal departments as needed.
• Support due diligence, audits, and legal risk assessments in franchise operations.
• Maintain awareness of changes in laws and regulations related to franchising and business operations in India and across the globe.
• Provide legal guidance during the onboarding of new franchisees and in drafting standard operating procedures for franchise management.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in law (LL. B); a master’s degree or specialization in Business/Franchise Law is preferred.
• Must be a qualified and licensed lawyer eligible to practice globally.
• Minimum of 4-5 years of experience working with a reputed franchise brand or legal firm specializing in franchising.
• Demonstrated expertise in franchise regulations and contract law.
• Proven track record in handling negotiations and managing end-to-end legal support for franchise agreements.

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of global franchise law and legal frameworks.
• Proficient in legal drafting, contract negotiation, and dispute resolution.
• Experience using legal research tools and contract management software.

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong business acumen with a solution-oriented mindset.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple legal tasks under tight deadlines.

Leadership Skills

• Ability to work independently and in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Strong decision-making and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience guiding non-legal teams on legal risks and compliance.

Must-Have Experience

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in legal roles within the franchise industry.
• Direct exposure to franchise operations, contract negotiations, and compliance.
• Experience working with senior leadership and external legal advisors.
• Preferably who is having exposure in managing global stake holder
• Extremely highest order of professionalism & top of the calendar.