Legal & Compliance Counsel

Who We Are

Alliance Franchise Brands LLC is the franchisor of about 600 locations in North America operating the company’s brands: Allegra Marketing Print Mail, Image360, Signs Now, Signs By Tomorrow, KKP, Insty-Prints, American Speedy Printing Centers, RSVP Advertising and True Install.

Independently owned and operated franchises provide national, regional and local businesses and

organizations with a one-stop resource for technologically advanced solutions for their printing, signage, marketing and graphics communications.

Core Focus & Values

Some call it a mission statement, others a vision statement. Regardless of what you call it, companies need to identify their own vital and timeless guiding principles. At Alliance Franchise Brands, our Core Values and Focus represent what we stand for, how we operate, and what we look for in team members, vendors and Franchise Members. They are the building blocks of our culture and what keeps us motivated to keep doing what we do every day.

Core Focus

OUR PASSION: Empowering success!

OUR NICHE: High-impact programs and support

Core Values

• Members First

• Ethical & Trustworthy

• Can-Do, Results Driven

• Respect Others

• Passion for Being Great

Summary/objective

The Vice President Legal & Franchise Compliance is a senior executive role responsible for overseeing all compliance matters and ensuring regulatory adherence across AFB’s franchise network. This position requires a strategic leader with deep expertise in franchise law, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance. The VP Legal & Franchise Compliance will work closely with the executive team to support the company's growth while mitigating risks and ensuring adherence to relevant laws and regulations.

Essential functions

Compliance Strategy and Management:

1. Develop and implement the company's compliance strategy to support business objectives.
2. Provide counsel to the executive team on a wide range of compliance issues, including corporate governance, regulatory matters, contracts, and dispute resolution.
3. Oversee and manage the company's compliance department and external resources.

Compliance Management:

1. Ensure all franchise operations comply with federal, state, and international laws and regulations.
2. Develop and enforce franchise agreements and disclosure documents (FDDs) in compliance with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and other relevant authorities.
3. File 6 FDDs annually and amend as required.

Risk Management:

1. Monitor changes in laws and regulations affecting franchise compliance and communicate these updates to relevant stakeholders.
2. Develop and implement policies and procedures to minimize risk and ensure effective risk management practices.

Training and Education:

1. Provide training and resources to Franchise Members and AFB Team Members on compliance matters.
2. Stay abreast of changes in laws and regulations affecting the franchise industry and communicate updates to relevant stakeholders.

Dispute Resolution Management:

1. Manage disputes, arbitration, and mediation related to franchise operations.
2. Work with external counsel and advisors to represent the company in compliance-related matters.

Contract Management:

1. Review and negotiate a wide range of legal documents, including franchise agreements, supplier contracts, and service agreements.
2. Manage the company's contract lifecycle, ensuring all contracts are current and enforceable.

Competencies

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• High ethical standards and integrity.

Supervisory responsibilities

• Coaches, mentors, and leads others to influence high performance.
• Manage team including quarterly performance reviews
• Conduct team’s weekly and quarterly meetings

Work environment

• Professional corporate and team-oriented environment
• Hybrid work schedule with at least 2 days each week in office

Physical demands

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

Travel required

• Company meeting in Plymouth, MI in July
• Possible travel to annual Franchise Member convention

Required education and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, compliance, or a related field, or Juris Doctorate.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in compliance or a related field, with at least 5 years in a senior compliance role, or minimum of 3 years’ experience as attorney.
• Extensive knowledge of franchise law and regulatory compliance.
• Proven track record of managing complex compliance issues and leading compliance teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Preferred education and experience

• Preferred experience in franchising or multi-brand environment.
• Master’s degree in business administration, compliance, or related field.
• Experience with international franchising.
• Certification in compliance or related fields (e.g., Certified Franchise Executive, Compliance and Ethics Professional).

Other duties

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.