Corporate Counsel - Real Estate

Corporate Counsel, Real Estate Coppell, TX What does it mean to be a BrinkerHead? It means creating moments that make everyone feel special - whether you're supporting our restaurants, celebrating wins with your team, or sparking ideas that keep Guests coming back. We play like a team, take pride in our culture, and know that life's too short not to work happy. At Brinker's Restaurant Support Center (RSC), every role fuels the success of our brands - Chili's® Grill & Bar and Maggiano's Little Italy® - and directly impacts Team Members and Guests. From bold ideas to everyday support, we help create a fun atmosphere, great food and drinks, and the kind of hospitality that keeps everyone coming back. Here, you'll discover opportunities for career growth, belonging, wellbeing, and plenty of chances to work hard and have fun. Brinker International is an equal opportunity employer. We're proud to provide a welcoming, respectful environment where everyone can thrive. Job Summary This role is a director level role for an attorney and will sit within the legal department. At this time, it is not anticipated for this role to have any direct reports, rather the role's primary focus will be on negotiating new lease agreements to support the real estate growth strategy of opening 30+ new Chili's restaurants per year. This role is based in Dallas (Coppell), TX and follows a hybrid schedule (3 days in office). We are currently focused on local candidates or those open to relocating to the area at their own expense. At this time, we are unable to provide sponsorship support. What You'll Do Drafting and negotiating lease agreements for new restaurants Drafting and negotiating lease amendments, purchase and sale agreements and other documents to support managing the portfolio of the Brinker restaurant properties Reviewing real estate documents to advise on strategy, lease obligations or lease disputes Supporting the real estate legal team on an as-needed basis What You Bring to the Team JD from an accredited law school and license to practice law in at least one state Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience with a focus on retail or restaurant leasing Problem solving – ability to think forward to anticipate risks and opportunities and find business‑minded solutions Efficiency – ability to manage a portfolio of working lease agreements and other related documents simultaneously Excellent drafting and negotiation skills with attention to detail Why Brinker At Brinker, we believe life is short, so work happy! That means creating an environment where you can grow your career, feel a sense of belonging and wellbeing, and have fun along the way. Here's how we make that real for our BrinkerHeads at the RSC: Flexibility that fits your life: Hybrid schedules with weekly flex days to work from home. Benefits that support you: Competitive package with medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance; paid vacation and holidays; 401(k) with company match; Employee Assistance Program with counseling, financial, legal, and life resources; and Best You EDU, offering education programs and tuition reimbursement. Enjoy our brands: Generous dining discounts at Chili's® Grill & Bar and Maggiano's Little Italy®. Rewards for your impact: Annual bonus eligibility for every RSC Team Member. Wellbeing at work: On-site gym and fitness classes like yoga and boot camp. A culture worth celebrating: From company-wide events to a casual, collaborative atmosphere, you'll find plenty of ways to connect, work hard, and play hard. Check our Careers page and LinkedIn for more exciting opportunities! #J-18808-Ljbffr Brinker International