Job Description

LEON'S FURNITURE IS NOW HIRING A FRANCHISE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT (One-Year Contract)

An opportunity is available to join the Franchise Department as a Full-Time Administrative Assistant located at our Home Office in Toronto (in-office, non-remote). The Franchise Division is responsible for all services related to our 31 Leon’s franchises as well as the acquisitions of new franchises. This is a one-year contract role with the possibility of becoming a permanent full-time position)

Job responsibilities will include the following:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Building rapport with current franchisees via phone or email communication.
• Working closely with all departments within Leon’s Home Office, including the Legal Team, Finance and Leon’s Executives.
• Entering orders for merchandise that the franchise stores request from our Distribution Centers.
• Performing accounts payable and receivable duties, including invoice generation, payment processing, and accurate posting of receipts.
• Updating legal agreements for new and renewing franchises.
• Forwarding communication from Home Office to the franchise stores.
• Tracking renewal dates and sending corresponding communication.
• Assisting in planning and facilitating the annual franchise meeting.
• Completing duties and meeting deadlines on time.
• Processing credit requests and creating invoices.
• Assisting with creating systems and processes for the franchise division.
• Assisting with ad hoc requests.
• Processing monthly payouts and chargebacks.
• Reviewing and uploading franchise skus and e-comm cataloguing.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work independently and with little supervision.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Experience with Oracle an asset.
• Strong knowledge of Leon’s POS+, MMHF and policies.
• Bilingual in English and French an asset, but not necessary.

We offer:

• Employee Discounts & Partner Discount Programs
• The chance to be part of a financially stable, well-respected, truly Canadian company with opportunities for growth from coast to coast
• Continuous, quality education and training on our products and sales techniques

Compensation:

$36,500/yr to $38,000/yr

Working Requirements:

• In Office at our Toronto/North York Home Office

Additional Information:

• Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use: Leon’s may use AI tools to support the recruitment and selection process (e.g., screening resumes, scheduling interviews). Final hiring decisions are made by our teams.
• We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment process. Candidates with accommodation needs, can email their accommodation requests to recruitment@leons.ca.

How to Apply:

If you’re ready to bring your expertise to Leon’s, we’d love to hear from you.

Please email your application, including your CV and a short statement on why you would be a great fit for LFL.

The ideal candidate for this position shares our core values, which are deeply embedded in our culture and reflected in our actions: Honesty. Integrity. Hard work. Family.