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Corporate Paralegal | Commercial Contracts & Franchise Law | Toronto, ON Join a Growing Retail Franchise Organization An established Canadian retail franchise company is seeking an experienced Corporate Paralegal to support its Legal and Compliance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a legal professional who enjoys working on commercial contracts, franchise matters, corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and real estate leasing within a fast-paced corporate environment. Working closely with senior leadership, you will provide legal and operational support across a broad range of business initiatives while helping protect the organization's legal and commercial interests. About the Role The successful candidate will play an important role in managing legal documentation, supporting franchise operations, coordinating with external counsel, and ensuring ongoing compliance with applicable legislation and internal policies. This position offers exposure to a variety of commercial legal matters, making it an excellent opportunity for someone seeking to expand their in-house legal experience. Key Responsibilities Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Drafting, reviewing, revising, and administering a wide variety of commercial agreements, including franchise agreements, supplier contracts, service agreements, leases, and other business contracts. Assisting with legal research involving corporate, commercial, franchise, employment, and regulatory matters. Preparing legal correspondence, notices, reports, and supporting documentation. Coordinating litigation files and serving as the primary liaison with external legal counsel when required. Supporting franchise compliance initiatives, operational issues, default management, and dispute resolution processes. Reviewing internal policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable federal and provincial legislation. Maintaining corporate records, legal databases, contract repositories, and confidential legal files. Assisting with franchise development activities, including new franchise openings, ownership transfers, renewals, amendments, and terminations. Providing legal support to corporate departments on day-to-day operational and compliance matters. Participating in additional legal and administrative projects as assigned by senior management. Qualifications The ideal candidate will possess: A diploma in Paralegal Studies from a recognized post-secondary institution. A bachelor's degree in Law, Legal Studies, Political Science, Criminology, or a related discipline is considered an asset. Three to five years of experience in a corporate legal department or law firm. Experience drafting and negotiating commercial agreements. Knowledge of franchise law is highly desirable. Additional exposure to corporate law, commercial leasing, real estate, or employment law is considered an asset. Strong legal research, analytical, and problem-solving abilities. Excellent written communication, proofreading, and organizational skills. Advanced attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and confidential information. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and legal document management systems. What We Offer This permanent full-time opportunity provides the chance to work in a collaborative corporate environment where legal plays a strategic role in supporting business growth. Employees benefit from: Competitive compensation Stable, long-term career opportunity Exposure to a broad range of commercial legal matters Professional development opportunities Collaborative and supportive leadership team Diverse and engaging in-house legal work Employment Requirements Employment is contingent upon: Legal authorization to work in Canada. Successful completion of reference and background verification, where applicable. Execution of confidentiality and employment-related agreements. Due to the sensitive nature of this role, the successful candidate will regularly handle confidential legal, financial, operational, and commercial information and will be expected to maintain strict confidentiality throughout their employment. Apply Today If you are an experienced Corporate Paralegal , Commercial Contracts Paralegal , Franchise Paralegal , Legal Coordinator , or In-House Paralegal looking to join a growing Canadian organization, we encourage you to submit your application. This opportunity offers broad exposure to commercial law, franchise operations, contract management, compliance, and corporate legal matters while working alongside an experienced leadership team.