Legal Counsel

2 weeks ago

City of Melbourne, Australia Bakers Delight Full time

When you join the Bakers Delight corporate team, you get a lot more than just a great career and work environment.

With plenty of perks like a free daily lunch, a hybrid work environment, novated leasing options and acorporate bonusprogram,there’s a lot to be delighted about when you are part of our team.

If this sounds like the perfect ‘roll’ for you, just click on one of the links below to start your journey with us.

At Bakers Delight our vision is to be the most loved bakery in every community. We've built our business through commitment to the quality of our product, the development of our people and by providing a delightful experience to all of our customers.

Job Description

The Opportunity

Reporting into the Head of Legal, this is a brand-new position that you’ll be able to make your own. A re you ready to “rise” to the challenge and make a difference by:

- Draft and negotiate franchise agreements, occupancy licences, surrenders, terminations, and breach notices across the Bakers Delight portfolio.
- Manage end-to-end franchise transactions, including liaising with purchaser/vendor lawyers, achieving timely settlements, and handling pre/post-settlement tasks.
- Provide legal advice to Franchise Development, Property, Projects, and Operations teams on disclosure, cooling-off periods, and settlement conditions.
- Maintain current knowledge of the Franchising Code of Conduct and relevant case law to deliver accurate, commercial legal advice.
- Monitor key dates and workflows to ensure franchise transactions align with bakery opening schedules and disclosure obligations.
- Collaborate closely with internal teams to meet legal and commercial deadlines across the national franchise network.

Let’s hear about you

You’ll be able to utilise your previous experience in the legal and franchising industry to make suggestions and shape the role for maximum serviceability to your client groups, y ou will also demonstrate:

- At least 5 years’ experience as an Australian lawyer focussing on franchising and commercial law, gained at a reputable legal firm or in house in a similar environment.
- Proven history of high-volume franchising transactions by a national retailer
- Excellent knowledge of the Franchising Code of Conduct (including the recent amendments) and relevant case law.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to be able to operate at a strategic level, as well as enthusiasm to be involved in day-to-day matters.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong ability to prioritise and multiple demands and projects.
- Ability to influence and engage across a range of business areas and functions with differing issues, interests, and risks.
- A commitment to customer satisfaction to both internal and external customers.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaborate and work within a team environment.

Why Bakers Delight?

You’ll love being part of the Bakers Delight family As well as the opportunity to work for a leading and successful international food retailer and well-respected franchisor with bakeries in over 500 locations across Australia, Bakers Delight offers a professional, fun and friendly working environment.

You’ll also have access to a range of benefits and programs that aim to support, reward and inspire:

- Reward and bonus structure
- Novated Lease options
- Health and wellness activities

Are you ready for your next challenge? Don’t miss out - apply today

Please, no recruitment agencies at this stage.

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