Head of Franchise - Legal Affairs

Head of Franchise (Legal Affairs) Reef Group

Position Title: Head of Franchise

Full Time

About the Role

Reef Holding is seeking a strategic and experienced Head of Franchise to lead and oversee franchise operations locally and internationally, working closely with the Legal Affairs function to structure and govern franchise frameworks, draft and manage agreements, and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

This role plays a key part in supporting the company's expansion strategy by enabling compliant franchise growth, safeguarding brand integrity, and ensuring alignment between franchise partners and operational standards across markets.

The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in franchise governance, contract management, and cross functional collaboration within a fast paced, growth driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee franchise activities from application evaluation to onboarding, renewals, and lifecycle management.
• Ensure franchise agreements align with legal, commercial, and strategic objectives.

Ensure compliance and brand protection

• Monitor franchisee adherence to contractual obligations, operational standards, and brand guidelines.
• Support trademark protection and regulatory compliance across relevant markets.

Support expansion and market readiness

• Prepare franchise frameworks and documentation for new market entry.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure operational readiness and alignment.

Provide governance and advisory support

• Identify legal and commercial risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Provide guidance to internal teams to support successful franchise implementation.

Track performance and stakeholder alignment

• Prepare reports on franchise performance, contractual status, and expansion opportunities.
• Collaborate with Finance and other departments to ensure proper structuring and execution.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 6-8 years of experience in franchise management, legal governance, or contract management roles.
• Strong experience in drafting and reviewing commercial agreements.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working across regional or international franchise environments is preferred.

Why Join Us?

At Reef Holding, you will contribute to building a structured and scalable franchise model that supports the company's long term growth. This role offers the opportunity to work on strategic expansion initiatives while ensuring operational excellence and brand integrity across markets.