SR. CORPORATE COUNSEL, CONSTRUCTION (HYBRID-CHARLOTTE, NC)

Job Description

Job Description

A family of companies and experiences

As the leading foodservice and support services company, Compass Group USA is known for our great people, great service and our great results. If you’ve been hungry and away from home, chances are you’ve tasted Compass Group’s delicious food and experienced our outstanding service. We have over 284,000 US associates who work in award-winning restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, arenas, museums, and more in all 50 states. Our reach is constantly expanding to shape the industry and create new opportunities for innovation. Join the Compass family today!

great people. great services. great results.

Each and every individual plays a key role in the growth and legacy of our company. We know the next big idea can come from anyone. We encourage developing and attracting expertise that differentiates us as a company as we continue to raise the bar.

Job Summary:

The successful Senior Corporate Counsel candidate will be responsible for legal counsel related to construction matters, including review, negotiation, and documentation of contract matters and design and implementation of programmatic elements. Candidate to be based in Charlotte, NC.

Responsibilities:

• Draft, negotiate and assist in the review of a broad range of construction-related agreements including on standard industry forms and ancillary services.
• Implement contract and programmatic strategies that optimize terms and conditions, reduce risk, and ensure favorable financial and operational outcomes.
• Provide counsel on federal, state, and local construction obligations, including bond and lien requirements.
• Work closely with legal teams across lines of business, finance, and business development teams to ensure support for organizational goals and mitigate risks.
• Build and maintain relationships with vendors, partners, and stakeholders to ensure smooth execution and address issues as they arise.
• Provide sound legal advice and counsel 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.

Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience as a construction attorney, preferably in a corporate legal department or law firm with a focus on construction law.
• Bachelors and Juris Doctor Degrees required, as well as a state bar license.
• Business background is a plus.
• Familiarity with the food service or distribution industry is preferred.
• Exceptional communicator with strong business judgment and the ability to influence at all organizational levels.
• Collaborative, pragmatic, and solutions-oriented — able to balance legal rigor with operational realities.
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
• Willing to travel from time to time and perform other duties as directed.

Apply to Compass Group today!

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.  At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Compass Corporate maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Associates at Corporate are offered many fantastic 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)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details:  

Req ID: 1518279

Compass Corporate 

Alexis Ditaway 

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