Corporate Counsel

Panda Restaurant Group; Rosemead (CA); Híbrido; USD 137 000 - 158 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Hybrid remote schedule

401K with company match

Yearly bonus

Full medical, dental, and vision

On-site fitness center, biometric scan

Discounts at Panda restaurants, themeP

Paid time off starting at 15 days + 7*

Education assistance and scholarships

Income protection including Disability

Life and AD&D insurance

Bereavement leave

Resumo da oferta

Panda Restaurant Group is seeking a Corporate Counsel in California to negotiate and review commercial contracts, franchise agreements, and M&A matters under senior attorney oversight. You will support other departments, help manage risk, and contribute to policy compliance for the restaurant group.

The role emphasizes coaching junior attorneys and paralegals, with opportunities to handle litigation support and cross-functional projects as needed.

Qualificações

• JD degree and licensed to practice law.
• Minimum four years of relevant experience.
• Successful completion of required trainings.
• Food Handler's Card within 30 days of employment.

Responsabilidades

• Negotiate and review commercial contracts, franchise agreements, and M&A transactions under supervision.
• Support due diligence, risk assessment, and compliance within the corporate legal function.
• Monitor contract processes for compliance with legal, regulatory and policy standards.
• Educate and coach paralegals and less experienced attorneys as directed.
• Collaborate with other departments and outside counsel as needed.

Conhecimentos

Contract negotiations

Franchise agreements

M&A transactions

Regulatory compliance

Team leadership

Formação académica

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Summary of Job Description:The Corporate Counsel is responsible for negotiating and reviewing commercial contracts as well as franchise agreements, joint venture agreements, and other M&A transactions under the oversight of a senior attorney. The Corporate Counsel may also work on special projects, including litigation and compliance, and provides general legal support within the Corporate Legal Department and to other departments. The Corporate Counsel may develop and coach paralegals and less experienced attorneys.Job Responsibilities:Responsible for negotiating and reviewing commercial contracts as well as franchise agreements, joint venture agreements, and other M&A transactions under the oversight of a senior attorney.May work on special projects, including litigation and compliance, and provides general legal support within the Corporate Legal Department.Monitors the contract process to ensure contracts are in compliance with legal, regulatory, and organization policy and assesses their commercial risk.Oversees policy and procedure review and participates in compliance projects.Supports other departments on legal issues. Educates associates about emerging and developing areas of the law and legislation affecting the restaurant industry.Researches and advises on potential legal challenges and solutions involving business strategies.May serve as liaison between the organization and customers/vendors, including outside counsel.May develop and coach paralegals and less experienced attorneys as directed. Contributes to building a cohesive legal and business team.How we reward you:Hybrid remote schedule401K with company matchYearly bonus opportunity*Full medical, dental, and vision insurance *On-site fitness center, biometric screen, and flu shot clinicDiscounts at Panda restaurants, theme parks, and gym membershipsPaid time off starting at 15 days with 7 federal holidays*Continuous education assistance and scholarships*Income protection including Disability, Life and AD&D insurance*Bereavement leave**Benefits available for eligible permanent full time associatesYour background and experience: JD degree and licensed to practice lawMinimum four years of relevant experienceSuccessful completion of initial and periodically required trainings.Obtaining a valid Food Handler's Card within 30 days of employment is a requirement of this position.Pay Range: L2: $136,500-158,000/ AnnualPanda Strong since 1983:Founded in Glendale, California, we are now the largest family-owned American Chinese Restaurant concept in America. With close to 2,800 locations globally, we continue our mission of delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences by building an organization where people are inspired to better their lives. Whether it’s impacting our team or the communities we work in, we’re proud to be an organization that embraces family values.You’re wanted here:Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity, and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by law, including but not limited to sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related conditions), gender expression, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, and veteran status. Additionally, Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. complies with all federal, state, and local laws regarding requests for workplace accommodation. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability. Applicants are entitled to reasonable accommodations, absent undue hardship, to effectively participate in the application and hiring process, for example, sign language interpreters. If you believe you require an accommodation for the application or interview process or for the position for which you are applying, please reach out to [e-mail].