Compass Group USA · 1 week ago
SR. CORPORATE COUNSEL-CANTEEN (HYBRID-CHARLOTTE, NC)
Charlotte, NC
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
7+ years expCompass Group USA is a leading foodservice and support services company known for its great people and service. The Senior Corporate Counsel will be responsible for reviewing, negotiating, and documenting contract matters related to food services and vending, while ensuring that contracts support organizational goals and mitigate risks.
AdviceFood and BeverageHospitalityProfessional Services
Responsibilities
Draft, negotiate and assist in the review of a broad range of commercial agreements including Master Service Agreements and RFPs
Implement contract strategies that optimize terms and conditions, reduce risk, and ensure favorable financial and operational outcomes
Work closely with legal teams for other lines of business, finance, and business development teams to ensure contracts support organizational goals and mitigate risks
Build and maintain relationships with vendors, partners, and stakeholders to ensure smooth contract execution and address issues as they arise
Provide sound legal advice and counsel to Managing Legal Counsel and to internal clients on strategies, actions and decisions related to all commercial transactions
Ability to manage assignments independently, communicate proactively with supervising counsel, and deliver complete, accurate work within agreed upon timelines
Qualification
Required
7+ years of experience as a contracts attorney, preferably in a corporate legal department or law firm with a focus on corporate law
Bachelors and Juris Doctor Degrees required, as well as a state bar license
Outstanding oral and written communication skills
Practical business-oriented approach and can-do attitude
Excellent problem-solving and strong organizational, presentation, analytical and drafting skills
Demonstrated ability to manage complex transactions
Successful candidate must be a self-starter and able to identify and analyze diverse contractual issues and effectively communicate conclusions to business management
Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
Preferred
Business background and/or international law background is a plus
Familiarity with the food service or distribution industry
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance/ AD
Disability Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
Personal Leave
Associate Shopping Program
Health and Wellness Programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Company
Compass Group USA
Compass Group is redefining the food and facility services landscape with innovation and passion through the lens of what’s next.
10001+ employees
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CEO - Business & Industry Sector
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CFO, Business and Industry Sector
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