What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Contract Administrator/Paralegal(Franchise) position at Engel & Völkers Americas, Inc.?
Senior Contract Administrator/Paralegal (Franchise)
Engel & Völkers is a global luxury brand specializing in residential and commercial real estate. Founded in Hamburg, Germany in 1977, Engel & Völkers draws on its rich European heritage to deliver a fresh approach to luxury real estate in the Americas.
Engel & Völkers Americas, Inc. supports a franchise network of premium residential real estate brokerages throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central America, operating approximately 300 shop locations with approximately 6,000 affiliated real estate professionals and is responsible for the brand’s ongoing expansion in additional markets in the Americas.
Engel & Völkers Americas, Inc. is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Senior Contract Administrator to join our growing legal team located in New York City. This position provides a great opportunity to support all relevant legal aspects needed for the franchise lifecycle contract management, compliance, and litigation. The ideal candidate has a “can do'' attitude and vivid interest in collaborating on a variety of legal matters in a service and growth focused company. We are a team of professionals passionate about our brand and are looking for a team player who shares the same values. This role offers flexibility to work onsite, in a hybrid arrangement, or fully remote.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Do you feel that you are the right individual to accept and succeed in this position? We are looking forward to receiving your application.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. We consider candidates for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, gender identity or expression, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Compensation Range:$100,000 - $135,000. Offers will be determined on a fair and equitable basis, considering each candidate’s job-related skills, experience, and qualifications.
Engel & Völkers is a global luxury brand specializing in residential and commercial real estate. Founded in Hamburg, Germany in 1977, Engel & Völkers draws on its rich European heritage to deliver a fresh approach to luxury real estate in the Americas.
Engel & Völkers Americas, Inc. supports a franchise network of premium residential real estate brokerages throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central America, operating approximately 300 shop locations with approximately 6,000 affiliated real estate professionals and is responsible for the brand’s ongoing expansion in additional markets in the Americas.
Engel & Völkers Americas, Inc. is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Senior Contract Administrator to join our growing legal team located in New York City. This position provides a great opportunity to support all relevant legal aspects needed for the franchise lifecycle contract management, compliance, and litigation. The ideal candidate has a “can do'' attitude and vivid interest in collaborating on a variety of legal matters in a service and growth focused company. We are a team of professionals passionate about our brand and are looking for a team player who shares the same values. This role offers flexibility to work onsite, in a hybrid arrangement, or fully remote.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist with preparing, reviewing, and management of franchise agreements, renewals, and amendments.
- Manage the full contract lifecycle, including organization, tracking, and timely execution of franchise and business contracts.
- Assist with state and federal franchise registrations and renewals, including Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDDs).
- Support monitoring franchisee compliance matters and draft related notices (default, termination, and other compliance communications).
- Partner cross-functionally to address contract-related questions and resolve issues efficiently.
- Track key deadlines and ensure proactive follow-up.
- Help refine and strengthen contract management policies, procedures, and systems.
- Organize and maintain a comprehensive contract management system.
- Prepare summaries and internal memoranda as requested by the legal team.
- Support franchise disputes, mediation, or litigation matters in collaboration with the legal team.
- Assist with corporate filings, resolutions, and governance documentation.
- Provide administrative and operational support to the legal team, including scheduling and coordination.
- Bachelor’s degree required; paralegal certification preferred.
- 7 years of relevant experience, ideally with exposure to franchise law.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and analytically strong
- Business savvy and confident under pressure.
- Proactive, solution-oriented, and comfortable in a fast-paced, “make it happen” culture
- Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize multiple competing tasks and demands, proactively seek supervisory guidance when appropriate, and consistently maintain high quality standards without compromising attention to detail
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite.
- Experience with LinkSquares CLM is preferred, but not required.
Do you feel that you are the right individual to accept and succeed in this position? We are looking forward to receiving your application.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. We consider candidates for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, gender identity or expression, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Compensation Range:$100,000 - $135,000. Offers will be determined on a fair and equitable basis, considering each candidate’s job-related skills, experience, and qualifications.
Salary : $100,000 - $135,000