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Senior Associate General Counsel - Franchise Brands

On-site Full-time $190K/yr - $250K/yr

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Experience Level

Mid to Senior

Qualifications

Candidates should possess a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and have substantial experience in franchise law, contract negotiation, and compliance. A strong understanding of the real estate industry and franchise operations will be beneficial. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, along with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, are essential.

About the job

At Compass, our mission is to empower individuals in their real estate journeys. Since our inception in 2012, we have been transforming the real estate landscape with our innovative end-to-end platform that enables residential real estate agents to provide outstanding service to both sellers and buyers.



We are seeking a Senior Associate General Counsel to join our Franchise Brands Legal Department at Compass International Holdings, which oversees renowned franchises such as Better Homes and Garden® Real Estate, CENTURY 21®, Coldwell Banker®, Coldwell Banker Commercial®, Corcoran®, Christie’s International Real Estate, ERA®, Sotheby’s International Realty®, and @properties®.

This position requires full onsite presence in our offices located in NYC, Madison (NJ), Los Angeles, or San Francisco.

The Senior Associate General Counsel will be instrumental in reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and advising our franchised brands on matters related to franchise sales and renewals, amendments to existing agreements, compliance with ongoing rights and obligations, new product development, marketing initiatives, vendor contracts, franchisee disputes, and compliance issues, alongside providing strategic guidance to senior management.

This role will collaborate closely with shared service departments that support our franchise brands, including Franchise Sales, Franchise Enablement, Finance, Human Resources, Compliance, and Cross-Brand Marketing.

Additionally, the position will liaise with corporate legal teams focusing on Litigation, IT, Intellectual Property, and Employment Law.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Drafting and negotiating franchise agreements and related documents to support business growth and retention objectives.
  • Negotiating vendor contracts, ideally with some experience in Software as a Service (SaaS) and Information Technology.
  • Reviewing marketing materials to ensure legal compliance.
  • Providing expert legal advice regarding laws, rules, and regulations that affect the business.
  • Guiding business clients on achieving success while minimizing legal risks.
  • Collaborating with the business on key initiatives.
  • Identifying and communicating potential legal issues proactively.

About Compass International Holdings

Compass is at the forefront of redefining the real estate experience. Our innovative technology and dedicated team empower agents to provide unparalleled service, helping clients navigate the complexities of buying and selling properties.

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