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Job Description
Job Title: Legal Manager – Franchise Agreement & Arbitration Specialist
Location: Santacruz (West), Mumbai
Department: Legal
Reports To: Director
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Summary
We are looking for a skilled and experienced Legal Manager specializing in Franchise Agreements and Arbitration to join our Legal Department. The ideal candidate will handle all legal aspects of franchise operations, ensure compliance with legal frameworks, and manage arbitration and dispute resolution proceedings efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
Franchise Agreement Management
• Draft, review, and negotiate franchise, license, and related commercial agreements.
• Ensure all franchise contracts comply with current laws, company policies, and industry standards.
• Provide legal insights to the franchise development and operations teams on structuring and compliance.
• Manage contract renewals, amendments, and termination processes.Arbitration & Dispute Resolution
• Lead and manage arbitration proceedings, including case preparation, documentation, and representation.
• Draft legal pleadings, statements, and settlement terms for arbitration and mediation.
• Coordinate with external legal counsels for complex arbitration or litigation matters.
• Develop and implement effective dispute resolution strategies to protect company interests.
Compliance & Risk Management
• Identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks associated with franchise operations.
• Stay updated with evolving franchise laws, arbitration acts, and commercial regulations.
• Ensure all franchise activities adhere to statutory requirements and internal governance standards.
Advisory & Collaboration
• Advise senior management on contractual obligations, legal risks, and compliance strategies.
• Support internal departments with legal documentation and contract interpretation.
• Prepare periodic legal reports and updates for leadership review.
Qualifications & Skills
• Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB); specialization in Franchise Law or Arbitration preferred.
• 1 - 8 years of experience in franchise agreement drafting, negotiation, and arbitration.
• In-depth knowledge of franchise laws, dispute resolution, and commercial contract management.
• Strong legal drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication and client-handling abilities.
• Proven ability to manage multiple legal assignments under strict timelines.
Location: Santacruz (West), Mumbai
Department: Legal
Reports To: Director
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Summary
We are looking for a skilled and experienced Legal Manager specializing in Franchise Agreements and Arbitration to join our Legal Department. The ideal candidate will handle all legal aspects of franchise operations, ensure compliance with legal frameworks, and manage arbitration and dispute resolution proceedings efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
Franchise Agreement Management
• Draft, review, and negotiate franchise, license, and related commercial agreements.
• Ensure all franchise contracts comply with current laws, company policies, and industry standards.
• Provide legal insights to the franchise development and operations teams on structuring and compliance.
• Manage contract renewals, amendments, and termination processes.Arbitration & Dispute Resolution
• Lead and manage arbitration proceedings, including case preparation, documentation, and representation.
• Draft legal pleadings, statements, and settlement terms for arbitration and mediation.
• Coordinate with external legal counsels for complex arbitration or litigation matters.
• Develop and implement effective dispute resolution strategies to protect company interests.
Compliance & Risk Management
• Identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks associated with franchise operations.
• Stay updated with evolving franchise laws, arbitration acts, and commercial regulations.
• Ensure all franchise activities adhere to statutory requirements and internal governance standards.
Advisory & Collaboration
• Advise senior management on contractual obligations, legal risks, and compliance strategies.
• Support internal departments with legal documentation and contract interpretation.
• Prepare periodic legal reports and updates for leadership review.
Qualifications & Skills
• Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB); specialization in Franchise Law or Arbitration preferred.
• 1 - 8 years of experience in franchise agreement drafting, negotiation, and arbitration.
• In-depth knowledge of franchise laws, dispute resolution, and commercial contract management.
• Strong legal drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication and client-handling abilities.
• Proven ability to manage multiple legal assignments under strict timelines.
