Hybrid Legal Counsel - Compliance & Litigation

Pizza Hut; Plano (TX); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

Pizza Hut seeks a Legal Counsel to support global compliance, ethics, and internal investigations, reporting to Global Legal Directors. Based in Plano, TX, the role partners with HR, Digital and Technology, Operations, and Finance to ensure ongoing compliance with laws and internal policies.

The ideal candidate holds a JD, is licensed in Texas, and brings 4–8 years of relevant experience in litigation or investigations, with strong collaboration and communication skills to advise across business

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor license to practice law in Texas.
• 4–8 years of law firm or in-house experience.
• Strong understanding of federal civil procedure.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Support global compliance and training programs.
• Manage internal investigations and due diligence.
• Assist in strategic defense of litigation matters (non-employment/franchise).
• Coordinate with outside counsel and budget management.
• Maintain internal investigations program and compliance communications.

Skills

Communication skills

Risk assessment

Time management

Collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Pizza Hut seeks a Legal Counsel to support global compliance, ethics, and internal investigations, reporting to Global Legal Directors. Based in Plano, TX, the role partners with HR, Digital and Technology, Operations, and Finance to ensure ongoing compliance with laws and internal policies.

The ideal candidate holds a JD, is licensed in Texas, and brings 4–8 years of relevant experience in litigation or investigations, with strong collaboration and communication skills to advise across business