At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead litigation matters and provide legal advice for franchise disputes.
- Company: Join Freshslice Pizza, Canada’s fastest-growing pizza franchise.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, growth opportunities, and a dynamic work environment.
- Other info: Exciting chance to shape legal strategies in a thriving industry.
- Why this job: Be part of a rapidly expanding company and make a real impact.
- Qualifications: 2+ years of litigation experience and strong collaboration skills.
Why work at Freshslice? We are Canada’s #1 Pizza by the slice and fastest-growing Franchise. We are expanding rapidly and have 10,000+ applicants looking to buy a Freshslice Franchise. We have a very unique, sharp system and need your help to get ready for this growth.
Freshslice Pizza, headquartered in Burnaby, BC, is seeking an experienced General Counsel to work on litigation matters with a focus on franchise disputes. The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of litigation and Supreme Court trial experience.
Responsibilities:
- Handle litigation matters with a primary focus on franchise-related disputes.
- Serve as a key legal advisor to multiple business units, identifying legal risks and supporting business objectives within applicable legal and regulatory frameworks.
- Manage litigation matters end-to-end, including pleadings, motions, discovery, trial preparation, and resolution.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support strategic initiatives and effectively mitigate legal risk.
- Monitor amendments and changes in relevant laws and regulations and ensure company policies and practices remain compliant.
Requirements:
- A minimum of 1 year of Litigation and Supreme Court Trial experience.
- Asset to have an understanding of Canadian Franchise Disclosure Documents, Franchise Agreements, and provincial Supreme Court civil procedural rules and practices.
- Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and deal effectively with senior management, peers, and support staff.
The estimated salary for this position is $120,000 - $350,000. In determining final salary, Freshslice considers many factors including the successful candidate’s skillset and experience as well as position location and internal equity. The final base salary offer will be at the Company’s sole discretion and presented as part of a competitive total compensation package.
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Legal
Industries: Law Practice
General Counsel in Vancouver employer: Freshslice Pizza
Freshslice Pizza is an exceptional employer located in Burnaby, BC, offering a dynamic work environment where legal professionals can thrive. With a strong focus on employee growth and collaboration, the company provides competitive compensation packages and fosters a culture of teamwork and innovation. Joining Freshslice means being part of a forward-thinking organization that values legal expertise while ensuring alignment with business objectives.
