Corporate Counsel (P1-1837842-2)

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 schedule
• 401K with company match
• Yearly bonus opportunity*
• Full medical, dental, and vision insurance *
• On-site fitness center, biometric screen, and flu shot clinic
• Discounts at Panda restaurants, theme parks, and gym memberships
• Paid 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 associates

Your background and experience: 

•  JD degree and licensed to practice law
• Minimum four years of relevant experience
• Successful 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/ Annual

Panda 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 TASupport@PandaRG.com.