Franchise Paralegal

GREASE MONKEY INTERNATIONAL•Greenwood Village, CO

6d•$100,000 - $120,000•Hybrid

About The Position

FullSpeed Automotive is seeking an experienced Paralegal with significant franchise experience to provide legal and administrative support for its growing franchise operations. The role focuses on franchise documentation, regulatory compliance, franchisee transactions, and ongoing administration of the franchise system. The Paralegal partners with Legal, Franchise Operations, Development, Finance, and other stakeholders across the franchise lifecycle, including disclosure and agreement execution, renewals, transfers, amendments, defaults, and terminations. The position is based in Denver, Colorado, and is hybrid, with in-office work Monday through Thursday in the Denver Tech Center. It is a full-time, exempt position reporting to the General Counsel. The role prepares and coordinates franchise agreements and related documents; supports Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) preparation and updates; manages state franchise registrations, renewals, exemptions, and filings; and assists with franchise development, onboarding, transactions, and compliance matters. It also maintains franchise records, calendars, trackers, contract repositories, and deadlines; coordinates with internal stakeholders and outside counsel; and supports legal research, audits, regulatory inquiries, litigation, and process improvements. The anticipated base salary is $100,000–$120,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. The position is eligible for a performance-based bonus. Full-time employees are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and paid holidays. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, with an anticipated closing date of November 13, 2026; the company may extend the deadline or close the posting early based on business needs.

Requirements

At least 5 years of paralegal or legal support experience, including significant direct experience supporting a franchisor or franchise-focused legal practice.
Hands-on experience with Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDDs), franchise agreements, state franchise registrations and renewals, and franchise-related transactions.
Working knowledge of federal and state franchise laws and regulatory requirements, including the FTC Franchise Rule and franchise registration states.
Strong contract administration, document management, legal research, and organizational skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to manage a high volume of agreements, filings, deadlines, and competing priorities.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to partner effectively with attorneys, business leaders, franchise partners, and outside counsel.
Sound judgment and discretion in handling confidential, privileged, and sensitive information.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, electronic signature platforms, contract/document management systems, and legal research tools.
Ability to remain stationary while working on a computer and communicating by phone, video conference, and email, and to move throughout the workplace as needed, with or without reasonable accommodations.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Legal Studies, Paralegal Studies, Business Administration, or a related field; equivalent education and relevant experience will be considered.
Experience supporting a multi-state or national franchise system.

Responsibilities

Prepare, review, and coordinate franchise agreements, development agreements, amendments, renewals, and related legal documents.
Draft and process transfers, assignments, addenda, consents, notices, and other franchise-related documentation.
Coordinate agreement execution and ensure required documents are complete and properly maintained.
Review franchise documentation for accuracy, consistency, and compliance with established legal requirements.
Maintain current templates and standardized franchise legal documents.
Support preparation and annual updating of Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDDs), coordinating information from internal stakeholders for updates and amendments.
Manage state franchise registrations, renewals, exemptions, and required filings; track regulatory deadlines and requirements across applicable franchise registration states.
Partner with internal and outside counsel on federal and state franchise compliance requirements.
Support documentation for new franchise development and franchisee onboarding.
Coordinate franchise renewals, ownership and entity changes, transfers, and acquisitions.
Assist with documentation related to defaults, cure periods, terminations, and other compliance matters.
Track contractual obligations and ensure required notices and documentation are completed on time.
Support franchise-related due diligence, transactions, disputes, and other legal matters.
Maintain organized franchise agreements, disclosures, amendments, legal records, calendars, trackers, contract repositories, and electronic files.
Track agreement terms, expiration dates, renewal windows, development obligations, and other critical deadlines; monitor completion and retention of required documentation.
Identify opportunities to improve document management, tracking, and legal administrative processes.
Partner with Legal, Franchise Operations, Development, Finance, and other internal stakeholders, serving as a resource on franchise documentation, agreement requirements, and legal processes.
Coordinate with outside franchise counsel on registrations, transactions, disputes, and regulatory matters.
Assist with legal research related to franchise laws, regulations, and state-specific requirements.
Support audits, regulatory inquiries, litigation, and other legal matters by gathering and organizing relevant documentation.