Franchise and Distribution - Associate (Mid-Level) - Multiple Offices

Greenberg Traurig, LLP; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 215,000 - 365,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Health insurance

HSA (optional)

Short term disability

Long term disability

Dental insurance

Vision care

Life insurance

401K

Vacation and sick time

Employee assistance program

Commuter and Transit programs

Job summary

Greenberg Traurig, LLP seeks a Mid-Level Associate to join its Franchise & Distribution Practice in multiple U.S. offices, including Phoenix, to handle sophisticated transactional matters across franchise, licensing, and distribution networks.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of experience in mergers and acquisitions, general corporate and/or licensing matters, with strong writing skills and credentials.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience with mergers and acquisitions, general corporate and/or licensing matters.
• Strong academic credentials, detail oriented and writing skills are essential.
• Franchise experience is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Work on franchise program development, regulatory compliance and expansion strategies.
• Draft and negotiate commercial agreements and licenses for franchise and distribution networks.
• Support international expansion and cross-border transactions and client advisory.
• Coordinate with clients and internal teams to manage complex transactional work.

Skills

M&A experience

Corporate law

Licensing

Interpersonal skills

Writing skills

Job description

Greenberg Traurig has an excellent opportunity for a Mid-Level Associate in our Aspen, Denver, Chicago, Dallas, Miami, Washington DC, Minneapolis, Phoenix, or New Jersey office to join the global Franchise and Distribution Practice. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package.

Job Requirements:

The ideal candidate will have3-5 years of experiencewithmergers and acquisitions, general corporate and/or licensingmatters. Franchise experience is preferred, but not required. This position requires a candidate with strong interpersonal skills, a high degree of maturity, and a proven willingness to accept significant responsibility and manage a challenging workload within a fast-paced environment. Strong academic credentials, detail oriented and writing skills are essential.

Practice Description:

The Franchise & Distribution Practice at Greenberg Traurig advises leading and emerging brands on the development, expansion, and operation of franchise, licensing, and distribution networks in the United States and around the world. Associates work on sophisticated transactional matters, including franchise program development, regulatory compliance, commercial agreements, international expansion strategies, and franchise-related mergers and acquisitions. The practice serves clients across numerous industries and jurisdictions, offering significant opportunities for direct client contact and exposure to complex transactions.

The expected pay range for this position is:Denver and Aspen: $215,000-$265,000
Chicago: $250,000-$300,000
Minneapolis: $215,000- $285,000
Washington D.C. : $260,000-$365,000
New Jersey: $215,000- $240,000Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. Full time employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, health insurance with an optional HSA, short term disability, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, 401K, vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program. Additional voluntary programs include: voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance and pet insurance. Commuter and Transit programs may also be available in certain markets.

GT is an EEO employer with an inclusive workplace committed to merit-based consideration and review without regard to an individual’s race, sex, or other protected characteristics and to the principles of non-discrimination on any protected basis.