Paralegal (4 or 5 days per week)

In business for over 35 years and a Canadian leader in the breakfast industry, Franchises Cora Inc. is a recognized chain of more than 125 restaurants from coast to coast.

When you apply to Franchises Cora, you will be part of the success of a family business where growth is at the heart of our concerns. But above all, it's about being part of the family!

If your experience in business and real estate law is combined with knowledge of the world of franchising, you may be the candidate we are looking for!

In resume

Reporting to the VP Business Development, Purchasing and Legal Affairs, the Paralegal assumes various administrative responsibilities and participates in the drafting of various correspondence and contracts.

Some of the tasks

• Prepare various corporate documents, keep the corporate books of the various companies up to date;
• Draft, edit, review and update various legal documents (franchise agreements, confidentiality agreements, commercial contracts, letters, reports, etc.);
• Follow up on tasks related to files (compliance with deadlines and various legal deadlines);
• Manage and track renewals, transfers and leases;
• Manage and maintain the company's database of contracts and legal documents;
• Maintain the trademark portfolio;
• Search various public registers (REQ, RDPRM, land registry, etc.);
• Provide administrative and legal support in various files;
• Other related tasks.

Essential

• College diploma in legal technique;
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience;
• Good knowledge of corporate, business and real estate law;
• Excellent command of English and French, both oral and written;
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 suite software;
• Knowledge of the restaurant and/or franchise industry (asset);

What you need to succeed

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple files simultaneously;
• Very good organization and excellent sense of resourcefulness;
• Discretion and confidentiality of records;
• Rigor, meticulousness and precision in the execution of tasks.

We offer: An early weekend schedule, a benefit plan, a progressive RRSP/DPSP plan, the possibility of teleworking in hybrid mode according to the policy in place, social activities throughout the year, snacks and access to culinary creations, advantageous statutory holidays, personal leave to take care of you and yours, a day-off for your birthday and a nice family atmosphere!

To be part of the Cora family, you must love food, love to laugh and share, but above all, you have to be willing to participate in the development of the company! Come and join us!