Wright Brothers
Sr. Corporate Counsel - Franchising
Wright Brothers, Covina, California, United States, 91722
Sr. Corporate Counsel
The Jollibee Group is the largest restaurant company in the Philippines, operating more than 3,000 restaurants including Jollibee, Burger King Philippines, Red Ribbon, ChowKing, Greenwich Pizza, and with 30% of its restaurants outside the Philippines.
Jollibee owns Smashburger and has recently acquired Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf, positioning the company to become one of the world’s “Top Five” restaurant companies.
The U.S. subsidiary, JFCUSA, is integral to the Group’s expansion and will benefit from its culture of trust, humility, collaboration, decisiveness, and executional excellence.
Job Summary The Sr. Corporate Counsel will report to the General Counsel of JFCUSA and provide legal advice and services for the company and its affiliated entities.
Responsibilities include preparing, reviewing, and negotiating documents for complex transactions and day‑to‑day matters; protecting legal interests; ensuring compliance; and offering counsel on procurement, employment, litigation, marketing, and franchising.
The role requires generalist experience, franchising knowledge, and the ability to handle a fast‑paced, high‑performance environment with frequent travel.
Responsibilities
Participate in the negotiation, drafting, and execution of JFCUSA’s agreements including manufacturing, distribution, supply, service, financing, and purchase and sale agreements, as well as franchise disclosure documents, franchise agreements, and amendments.
Manage litigation, monitoring claims filed against or on behalf of JFCUSA, assessing dispute merits, developing litigation strategies, and negotiating settlements where warranted.
Advise on franchise marketing materials, default notices, franchisee committees, and all aspects of the franchisor/franchisee relationship.
Provide day‑to‑day legal counsel and training to multiple levels of staff within JFCUSA.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong critical thinker and problem solver with a positive attitude.
Comfortable in a fast‑paced environment and able to adapt to changing schedules.
Ability to multi‑task and juggle many projects simultaneously.
Extremely responsive and willing to roll up one’s sleeves.
Collaborative, cooperative, and initiative‑driven.
Excellent communication skills, able to address executives and store‑level employees alike.
Organized, reliable, and a team‑player with a win mindset.
Education and Experience
At least 5+ years of legal experience.
Graduation from an ABA‑accredited law school.
Licensed in Colorado or California, or ability to be registered as in‑house counsel in those states.
Experience as an attorney at a law firm and/or in‑house counsel of a franchisor or franchisee.
Generalist experience with franchise law.
Ideally received rigorous training at a law firm before transitioning to an in‑house role.
Additional Information Location: Denver, Colorado (preferred) or West Covina, California.
Minimum of 3 days per week required in office.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Prolonged sitting, lifting of 10 lbs or less, and repetitive typing activities required.
JFCUSA is committed to providing qualified individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of this role.
Note: This job description does not cover all activities, duties, or responsibilities.
Duties may change at any time.
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Jollibee owns Smashburger and has recently acquired Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf, positioning the company to become one of the world’s “Top Five” restaurant companies.
The U.S. subsidiary, JFCUSA, is integral to the Group’s expansion and will benefit from its culture of trust, humility, collaboration, decisiveness, and executional excellence.
Job Summary The Sr. Corporate Counsel will report to the General Counsel of JFCUSA and provide legal advice and services for the company and its affiliated entities.
Responsibilities include preparing, reviewing, and negotiating documents for complex transactions and day‑to‑day matters; protecting legal interests; ensuring compliance; and offering counsel on procurement, employment, litigation, marketing, and franchising.
The role requires generalist experience, franchising knowledge, and the ability to handle a fast‑paced, high‑performance environment with frequent travel.
Responsibilities
Participate in the negotiation, drafting, and execution of JFCUSA’s agreements including manufacturing, distribution, supply, service, financing, and purchase and sale agreements, as well as franchise disclosure documents, franchise agreements, and amendments.
Manage litigation, monitoring claims filed against or on behalf of JFCUSA, assessing dispute merits, developing litigation strategies, and negotiating settlements where warranted.
Advise on franchise marketing materials, default notices, franchisee committees, and all aspects of the franchisor/franchisee relationship.
Provide day‑to‑day legal counsel and training to multiple levels of staff within JFCUSA.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong critical thinker and problem solver with a positive attitude.
Comfortable in a fast‑paced environment and able to adapt to changing schedules.
Ability to multi‑task and juggle many projects simultaneously.
Extremely responsive and willing to roll up one’s sleeves.
Collaborative, cooperative, and initiative‑driven.
Excellent communication skills, able to address executives and store‑level employees alike.
Organized, reliable, and a team‑player with a win mindset.
Education and Experience
At least 5+ years of legal experience.
Graduation from an ABA‑accredited law school.
Licensed in Colorado or California, or ability to be registered as in‑house counsel in those states.
Experience as an attorney at a law firm and/or in‑house counsel of a franchisor or franchisee.
Generalist experience with franchise law.
Ideally received rigorous training at a law firm before transitioning to an in‑house role.
Additional Information Location: Denver, Colorado (preferred) or West Covina, California.
Minimum of 3 days per week required in office.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Prolonged sitting, lifting of 10 lbs or less, and repetitive typing activities required.
JFCUSA is committed to providing qualified individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of this role.
Note: This job description does not cover all activities, duties, or responsibilities.
Duties may change at any time.
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