Franchise Management Inc.

• Providing first-class legal support to our Chief Legal Officer, including drafting documents and correspondence
• Providing corporate governance, legal entity management, minute book management and board-level support
• Playing a key role in coordinating our risk management portfolio, including regular interaction with our brokers and understanding the various insurance coverages in place
• Assisting our Chief Legal Officer with implementing best-in-class contracting practices throughout the organization
• Communicating and negotiating with service providers of the company throughout North America
• Assisting our Chief Legal Officer in developing and then assuming responsibility for a North American contract database
• Serving an important role in our constant merger and acquisition activities
• Performing various administrative duties including, but not limited to organizing and managing files, tracking dates and inputting data into the legal department's tracking tools
• Proactively anticipating the needs of the legal department and the company

• Strong writing and grammar skills with attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
• Superior critical thinking skills coupled with strong problem solving skills
• Strong negotiating skills
• Time management skills with a demonstrated ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced work environment
• Ability to work independently
• Graduate of a Paralegal diploma program or significant work experience in a law firm or corporate legal department
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Exceptional computer skills, specifically Microsoft Word and Excel, with the ability to learn new software quickly
• A positive team player with a 'can-do' attitude who is committed to excellence, interested in stretching their professional abilities, and passionate about continuous improvement

At FMI, we are "aspiring to feed North America while offering an exceptional guest experience from inspired employees!"

Franchise Management Inc. is one of the largest restaurant franchisees in North America. We currently own and operate more than 300 Pizza Hut, KFC, Taco Bell, Burger King, and Panera Bread locations across 20 different provinces and states. With presence in Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland, Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Louisiana, Arkansas, Wisconsin, Illinois, Iowa and Nebraska, FMI is proud to employ over 6,500 people. All operations are administered from our Support Center in Woodstock, New Brunswick.

In the early 90s, the company (later named FMI) was formed as a management company to administer a small number of local businesses. Over time, that focus has evolved to growing and supporting a portfolio of successful businesses, relevant within their respective trade areas across North America.

• You'll have a flexible work environment with the availability to work remotely two days a week.
• You'll surround yourself with a team whose members are committed to being the best at what they do.
• You can enroll in our comprehensive benefits package and RRSP contribution plan.
• You'll enjoy quarterly meals cooked by our Leadership Team, as well as monthly events for all staff!
• Career growth, development and continuous learning opportunities within a positive and inclusive work culture.
• Opportunity to be involved in FMI events that give back to our community.