Job Description
Corporate Counsel
Dickey's Barbecue Pit
Dallas, TX 75205
Urgently hiring
Job details
Salary
From $100,000 a year
Job Type
Full-time
Number of hires for this role
1
Full Job Description
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Become an expert on franchise law and Dickey's Barbecue Restaurant’s franchise system.
Draft and review franchise agreements, development agreements, termination agreements, asset purchase agreements, promissory notes, security agreements, non-disclosure agreements, vendor agreements, confidentiality agreements, and such other necessary agreements related to Dickey's franchise system
Support company in all legal matters, including drafting and reviewing contracts, mediation, arbitration, litigation, and negotiation with franchisees
Provide expert and strategic legal advice to management
Set internal governance policies, manage the impact of external factors, regularly monitor compliance
Anticipate issues and estimate risks strategically
Identify proactive solutions that will eliminate or mitigate risks
Create associations of trust and respect with key stakeholders
Develop, direct, motivate and drive performance from team
Draft agreements that minimize risks and maximize legal rights
Keep abreast of legislative changes
Give accurate and timely counsel to executives on a variety of legal topics (including, but not limited to franchise law, labor law, partnerships, international ventures, corporate finance etc.)
Research and evaluate different risk factors regarding business decisions and operations
Apply effective risk management techniques and offer proactive advice on possible legal issues
Communicate and negotiate with external parties (regulators, external counsel, public authority etc.), creating relations of trust
Provide clarification on legal language or specifications to company leadership
Identify franchisees that are not in compliance with their respective franchise agreement and draft non-compliance/default correspondence in accordance with the terms of the franchise agreement and applicable state and federal laws
Requirements:
5+ years legal experience with at least 2 years franchise law experience
Overall broad legal knowledge (franchise law, litigations, labor law, etc.)
Proven general counseling experience in business environment
Ability to develop legal strategy and objectives
Excellent judgment and analytical skills
First class interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to anticipate legal issues or risks and to “see around the corner”
D. degree and licensed to practice law in Texas
MA or BSc in Business Administration will be considered an asset
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Work Location:
One location
Company's website:
Dickey's Barbecue Pit
Company's Facebook page:
Dickey's Barbecue Pit
Benefit Conditions:
Waiting period may apply
Work Remotely:
No
COVID-19 Precaution(s):
Remote interview process