Leasing Law Clerk/Legal Assistant

1120906
  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    Oakville
  • Profession

    Legal
  • Industry

    Retail & Consumer Goods
  • Pay

    $70,000 - 80,000/year
  • Closing date

    30 Sep 2025

Leasing Law Clerk / Legal Assistant – Food & Hospitality Sector

Your new company

Our client is a forward-thinking organization in the food and hospitality industry, known for its innovative approach to brand and franchise management. With a growing footprint across North America, they are committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences through a values-driven culture and operational excellence. This is a unique opportunity to join a passionate team that thrives on collaboration and continuous improvement.


Your new role

As a Leasing Law Clerk / Legal Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in supporting legal and administrative processes related to leasing and franchising across Canada and the U.S. Your key responsibilities will include:
  • Preparing and managing commercial lease documentation
  • Drafting and maintaining franchise agreements, including disclosures, amendments, terminations, resales, and compliance across jurisdictions
  • Organizing and updating legal databases and filing systems for leases and franchises
  • Coordinating corporate registrations, annual filings, and trademark documentation
  • Overseeing insurance documentation and compliance for all locations
  • Communicating with external legal counsel and internal stakeholders to support legal processes
  • Conducting legal research, due diligence, and preparing reports for internal use
  • Ensuring all documentation complies with current legislation and is completed in a timely manner
  • Supporting cross-functional teams and contributing to special projects as needed

What you'll need to succeed

To be successful in this role, you’ll bring:
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in a legal support role, with a focus on leasing and franchise documentation
  • Post-secondary education in a legal or related field
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Pro
  • Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • A proactive, organized, and customer-focused approach
  • Ability to build collaborative relationships across departments and with external partners

What you'll get in return

  • Competitive salary: $70,000–$80,000, based on experience
  • Performance-based bonus
  • Three weeks vacation (negotiable)
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • RRSP matching at 2%, 5% after 5 years of employment
  • Weekly company lunches
  • Free on-site parking
  • Opportunity to work in a collaborative, values-driven environment
  • Exposure to diverse legal and operational functions with room for growth


What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.


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