Paralegal - Franchising

Who We Are

Xponential Fitness, Inc. (NYSE: XPOF) is a leading global franchisor of health and wellness brands. Through its mission to make boutique health and wellness experiences accessible to everyone, the Company operates a diversified platform of six brands spanning across verticals including Pilates, barre, stretching, strength-training, metabolic health, and yoga. In partnership with its franchisees, Xponential brands offer energetic, accessible, and personalized workout experiences led by highly qualified instructors in studio locations across 49 U.S. states, Puerto Rico, and 30 countries globally. Xponential’s portfolio of brands includes Club Pilates, the largest Pilates brand in the United States; StretchLab, a concept offering one-on-one and group stretching services; YogaSix, one of the largest franchised yoga brands in the United States; Pure Barre, a total body workout that uses the ballet barre to perform small isometric movements, and one of the largest Barre brand in the United States; BFT, a functional training and strength-based program; and Lindora, a provider of medically guided wellness and metabolic health solutions. 

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Franchise Paralegal to support our legal team in franchise-related matters. This role involves assisting with the preparation, review, and management of franchise agreements and other ancillary documents, disclosure documents, regulatory compliance, and general corporate legal matters. The ideal candidate will have experience in corporate transactional matters, franchise law, strong analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDD): Assist in drafting, reviewing, and updating FDDs to ensure compliance with federal and state franchise laws.
• Franchise Agreements: Prepare and manage franchise agreements, amendments, renewals, and terminations.
• Regulatory Compliance: Monitor and manage franchise state registration filings, renewals, and related compliance requirements.
• Due Diligence: Conduct research on and prepare summary of franchise laws, regulations, and industry best practices.
• Legal Support: Assist attorneys in handling disputes, terminations, and other franchise-related legal matters.
• Document Management: Maintain and organize legal files, contracts, and franchise-related records within document management system.
• Correspondence: Communicate with franchisees, regulatory agencies, and internal teams regarding legal matters.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Hourly Rate: $35 - $50/hour
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Complimentary corporate memberships to XPLUS and XPASS
• Discounts on retail brand merchandise- up to 30% off wholesale price
• On-site gym 
• On Campus Amenities: Reborn Coffee Shop, Hangar 24, Mini Putting Green, Basketball Court, Bird Sanctuary, Car Washing Services (M/W), Dry Cleaning Services

• Associate's or Bachelor’s Degree (preferred but not required)
• Paralegal certification (preferred but not required).
• Minimum 4+ years of experience in corporate transactions, M&A, real estate, franchise law or a related legal field.
• Knowledge of franchise disclosure regulations, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Franchise Rule, and state franchise laws (preferred but not required)..
• Strong research, writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal document management software.