Leasing & Franchising Specialist

Osmow's•Mississauga, ON

23d

About The Position

Osmow’s is seeking a Leasing and Franchising Specialist or Law Clerk/Sr. Law Clerk to join their legal team. The successful candidate will work with the Senior Leasing Specialist, Associate Counsel, and Chief Legal Officer. Osmow’s is a fast-growing Mediterranean QSR brand with over 200 locations, known for its authentic flavors and rapid growth. The company is driven by innovation, teamwork, and passion, and is redefining the Mediterranean dining experience while supporting the Osmow’s Hope Fund charitable foundation. This role offers an opportunity to make a tangible impact on a growing franchise business within a collaborative and entrepreneurial work environment.

Requirements

Law Clerk certificate/diploma or equivalent experience
A minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Leasing or Franchising Law Clerk or similar role
A solid understanding of current legal terminology and of federal and provincial statutes and procedures relevant to area(s) of practice
Ability to multi-task, prioritize and meet deadlines
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
Excellent multi-tasking abilities
Excellent oral, written and proofreading skills, with meticulous attention to detail
Ability to demonstrate discretion and confidentiality
Ability to interpret, review and draft legal documents.

Nice To Haves

Ability to manage PPSA and Hypothec registrations and discharges is an asset

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of legal and technical duties in the relevant practice area(s);
Ensure timely preparation and updating of documents and related matters in relevant practice area(s) including Franchise Disclosure Documents (including Lease Summaries), SMC and the related Franchise documents and follow up as needed to ensure they are fully executed;
Prepare, review and negotiate commercial Offers to Lease and ensuing leases (for the tenant), extensions, assignments, subleases, assignments and surrenders;
Ensure franchisee compliance with brand standards and operational requirements;
Support with Franchise renewals and transfers;
Ensure timely responses to inquiries or requests for additional information from stakeholders including Landlords and other departments;
Review, communicate and resolve a variety of Lease-related matters (for example: renewals/extensions, review of Additional Rent reconciliation, Estoppels);
Coordinate with other departments to ensure all documents and payments are received in a timely manner;
Enter and maintain lease and franchise related information in database;
Maintain an electronic filing system to keep all matters updated and current;
Provide support in the administration, creation and maintenance of documents, policies, processes, templates etc.
Ability to manage PPSA and Hypothec registrations and discharges is an asset;
Other related projects and duties as assigned.