Director of Franchise Legal Administration

The Director of Franchise Legal Administration oversees the legal administration, compliance, documentation, and operational support functions for BELFOR Franchise Group’s (BFG) 15 service-based franchise brands. This role serves as a strategic partner to Legal, Franchise Development, Operations, and Executive Leadership by managing franchise legal processes, ensuring regulatory compliance, maintaining franchise records, and driving efficiency across franchise administration functions.

• Direct the administration and lifecycle management of franchise agreements, renewals, transfers, amendments, and terminations.
• Maintain standardized legal processes and documentation controls through BFG’s CRM.
• Oversee franchise contract execution and document management systems.
• Ensure the integrity, accuracy, and accessibility of franchise legal records.

• Coordinate preparation, review, distribution, and annual updates of Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDDs).
• Manage state registration and renewal filings and maintain compliance calendars.
• Monitor federal, state, and international franchise regulatory requirements.
• Partner with internal and external legal counsel to ensure ongoing compliance.

• Administer contract tracking system for franchise-related agreements.
• Ensure timely processing of franchise approvals, renewals, assignments, and ownership transfers.
• Manage legal documentation workflows and retention policies.
• Support audits and due diligence activities related to franchise operations.

• Serve as the primary liaison between Legal, Franchise Development, Finance, Marketing, and Operations teams.
• Provide guidance regarding franchise agreement interpretation and administrative procedures.
• Support franchise onboarding and transition processes.
• Assist with implementation of legal policies, procedures, and training programs.

• Identify administrative and compliance risks internally and within the franchise system.
• Develop controls and reporting mechanisms to mitigate legal and operational risks.
• Support dispute management, litigation tracking, and regulatory inquiries.
• Maintain governance procedures related to franchise compliance and reporting.

• Lead and develop franchise legal administration staff.
• Establish departmental goals, performance metrics, and process improvement initiatives.
• Manage relationships with internal departments, outside counsel, vendors, and regulatory agencies as needed.

• Develop reports and dashboards related to franchise agreements, compliance status, and legal administration activities.
• Monitor key performance indicators and provide regular updates to senior leadership.
• Analyze trends and recommend improvements to franchise legal operations.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Legal Studies, Paralegal Studies, or a related field required.
• Juris Doctor (JD) preferred but not required.

• 4+ years of experience in franchise administration, legal operations, contract management, or franchise compliance.
• Experience supporting franchisor organizations preferred.
• Demonstrated experience managing legal documentation and compliance programs.
• Prior leadership or people‑management experience.
• Experience working with Google Email and Documents, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and CRM platforms.

• Strong understanding of franchise laws, regulations, and Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDDs).
• Expertise in contract administration and legal document management.
• Knowledge of corporate governance and compliance practices.
• Strong project management and organizational…