Topper’s Pizza has been an Ontario icon for over 40 years – but our story dates back a century. In the early 1900s, Giuseppe Toppazzini left San Daniele, Italy to settle in Copper Cliff, Ontario. It was here that the Toppazzini family used a treasured dough recipe to open Toppazzini Bakery – a business still fondly remembered in the Sudbury community. In 1982, the very same dough recipe inspired an exceptionally unique pizza crust and the very first Topper’s Pizza location opened its doors.
With 38 stores and growing throughout Ontario, our extensive growth plan spans across the province with discussions for business within other Canadian markets. Despite expansion over the years, Topper’s has continued to maintain a high-quality product and family-focused traditions. Our commitment to franchise growth is a testament to our passion for the art of pizza making.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Diploma in law (Paralegal, Law Clerk), administration, real estate/business, or a related field is required.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a legal administrative/law clerk/paralegal role or equivalent is required.
• 1 year of experience in franchising or food service industry is considered an asset.
• 1 year of experience in real estate industry is considered an asset.
• A combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Must be proficient in the Microsoft Office suite, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

JOB PURPOSE:

The primary purpose of the Franchise Legal Manager is to execute all legal initiatives throughout Topper’s franchise development department. They will also carry out various administrative functions and project coordination tasks in support of the franchising department’s initiatives while providing excellent customer service to new franchisee leads and Topper’s Pizza’s existing Franchise Partners.
In order to succeed, the incumbent must be analytical with excellent organizational skills, strong attention to detail and accuracy, and self-motivated to work independently.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Draft disclosure documents, franchise agreements, multi-unit development agreements, contracts, releases, non-disclosure agreements, and other legal documents, as required.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date records concerning franchise expiry dates, lease expiry dates, franchise renewal options and franchise transfers.
• Uphold Topper’s Pizza’s vision, mission, and core values.
• Complete legal research into departmental changes or initiatives ensuring completeness and adherence to current laws and update, as required.
• Manage and execute all PPSA registration, renewal, and discharge filings.
• Coordinate and collaborate with company affiliates and personnel.
• Manage and track store transfer and closure processes, and ensure all requirements are fulfilled.
• Monitor insurance coverage for all franchisee locations, reviewing insurance against minimum requirements and updating insurance requirements.
• Focus on meeting new franchise store and store transfer goals.
• Identify, analyze, and correct defaults and non-compliance issues.
• Monitor department tracking and administrative functions.
• Provide support in the administration of new applicants through the development process, including the maintenance and creation of relevant legal agreements and other documentation including policies, templates, proposals, etc.
• Monitor files and ensure relevant contracts, franchise agreements, insurance, lease documents and corresponding renewals are kept secure and up to date.
• Other related projects and duties as assigned.