CORPORATE COUNSEL - CANTEEN (HYBRID-CHARLOTTE, NC)

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CORPORATE COUNSEL - CANTEEN (HYBRID-CHARLOTTE, NC)

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 Corporate Counsel candidate will be responsible for review, negotiation, and documentation of contract matters related to Compass Group USA, Inc. and its affiliates, with an emphasis on vending, coffee, commissary and food services. Candidate to be based in Charlotte, NC.

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.

Qualifications:

• 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.
• Business background and/or international law background is a plus.
• Familiarity with the food service or distribution industry.
• 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.

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.

Compass Corporate maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Associates at Corporate are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Personal Leave
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• 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.