Job Description
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Franchising lawyer - in-house business consultancy
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Excellent hands‐on exposure to transactions
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Opportunity to work across varied industries and on complex, challenging matters
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An opportunity has arisen to be part of this legal team's expansion as a result of significant growth in clients and projects. The role will be a key part of the legal team, supporting the business across financing transactions.
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Key Responsibilities
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Lead end-to-end franchising transactions, including recent franchise grants, resales, renewals, transfers, ownership changes, variations, and exits, and manage franchising documentation
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Ensurecompliance through strong awareness and familiarity with disclosure documents and it's changes, and advising on obligations under the Franchising Code of Conduct, Competition and Consumer Act ****, Australian Consumer Law, and other relevant regulations.
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Provide commercial and franchising legal advice, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating franchise agreements, licence agreements, commercial contracts, loan agreements, supply contracts,



and intellectual property documentation.
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Manage franchise network risk and disputes, handling franchisee breaches, mediations, dispute resolution processes, termination matters, compliance investigations, and enforcement actions while supporting internal compliance frameworks.
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Partner with senior management and franchisors to deliver practical legal guidance, stakeholder training, regulatory updates, legal reports, and commercially focused solutions that support franchise network growth and operational objectives
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Key Requirements
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Ideally 4+ years gained from a leading private practice firm
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Experience reviewing and negotiating franchising agreements and transactions
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Demonstrate strong understanding of the Franchising Code of Conduct, Australian Consumer Law, and commercial law principles.
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Desirable experience in retail/commercial leasing, dispute resolution, mediation, or intellectual property (not essential but beneficial).
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📌 Franchising Solicitor (Sydney)
🏢 Futureyou
📍 Sydney