Associate General Counsel - Real Estate, Commercial, and Franchising Join the Flynn Group as a key legal leader. We are seeking an experienced attorney to drive our Real Estate, Commercial, and Franchising practice group. You will be at the forefront of managing all legal facets of the Company's real estate and construction, commercial, and franchise operations nationwide.
Your role will involve close collaboration with the Real Estate and Procurement Departments to meet their daily legal needs, while also working across various business lines to enhance processes, boost efficiencies, and lead cost-saving initiatives. This position is ideal for someone ready to take on a leadership challenge at a rapidly growing company featuring iconic brands like Applebee's, Panera, Taco Bell, Arby's, Pizza Hut, Wendy's, and Planet Fitness.
This role can be based in any of our Support Centers located in San Francisco, CA; Independence, OH; Dallas, TX; or Overland Park, KS.
Key Responsibilities - Review, draft, and negotiate a variety of real estate agreements, including leases, amendments, purchase agreements, and more.
- Manage eminent domain actions with comprehensive risk analysis and coordination with legal teams.
- Conduct thorough due diligence for property acquisitions.
- Review and negotiate construction and design contracts for new development initiatives.
- Prepare detailed lease summaries and legal analyses.
- Provide insightful legal counsel on diverse real estate and development matters.
- Support the in-house litigation team on real estate disputes.
- Enhance franchise and development agreement processes by liaising with cross-functional teams.
- Develop strategic practices for commercial contracts to optimize terms and drive efficiencies.
- Guide and mentor internal practice group members, with an eye towards sustainability as the organization expands.
- Prepare quarterly reports on key practice areas, highlighting savings and opportunities while managing outside counsel and budgets.
Requirements - A minimum of 12 years of real estate experience, preferably in retail leasing, with at least 3 years in a management role.
- Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and membership in good standing of a state bar.
- An entrepreneurial mindset, capable of working independently and making informed decisions.
- Ability to oversee multiple initiatives simultaneously with a focus on client service.
- Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Strong business judgment combined with practical sensibility.
- A positive attitude that embodies the company's culture of ownership and responsibility.
- A genuine passion for the practice of law.
Why Choose Flynn? Flynn Group is dedicated to empowering our employees with a plethora of benefits designed to promote a balanced work-life experience. Our offerings include:
- Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
- Retirement and Savings Plan
- Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
- Flexible Work Schedules
- San Francisco Commuter Benefits (specific to San Francisco candidates)
- Company Outings and Dining Discounts
Salary Expectations The estimated base salary for this position ranges from $195,000 to $250,000 for candidates based in California, based on experience and skill level, along with a target discretionary incentive bonus of 20%.
Equal Opportunity Employment We believe in fostering a diverse workplace and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.