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Hirebridge lists this Associate General Counsel opportunity in franklin, Tennessee. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
NOTE: This is a full-time position and will be onsite at our corporate headquarters in Franklin, TN.
Position Summary:
The Associate General Counsel provides general business and commercial real estate legal counsel and services to Fourteen Foods and its affiliated companies (the “Companies”) in support of their QSR, commercial real estate and other businesses. This position is in-office, based in Franklin, TN, will report to the General Counsel and partner closely with all divisions of the Companies.
Essential Functions:
Assist the real estate team with the execution of real estate transactions.
Negotiate and draft commercial real estate purchase/sale agreements and related documents.
Support real estate due diligence and closings.
Title and survey examination and clearance.
Draft, negotiate and manage general business contracts with vendors and consultants.
Advise and support the divisions of the Companies with general legal support.
Assist with liability insurance claims settlement.
Examine and interpret documents, actions, statutes, decisions, and ordinances affecting, or potentially affecting, the Companies, and advise leadership and personnel on legal issues impacting their areas of responsibility, as needed or requested.
Provide litigation and claims management support, and assist in resolving disputes and conflicts.
Establish a reputation of being approachable, competent, professional, and responsive.
Assume responsibility for special projects as assigned.
Requirements:
Minimum of 2 years of licensed legal experience with commercial real estate transactions and general corporate matters.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, and ability to establish positive and effective business relationships both within and outside the Companies and articulate complex issues and ideas in simple, easy to understand concepts.
High level of skill in analyzing, negotiating, and drafting legal documents.
Demonstrated ability to effectively manage and prioritize multiple projects with attention to detail, meet concurrent deadlines and initiatives with efficiency and strong follow-through and accountability.
Ability to practically and creatively solve legal issues with confidence.
Litigation experience helpful.
Strong critical thinking skills.
Experience with a closely held and entrepreneurial business not required, but a plus.
Franchise experience not required, but a plus.
JD degree and excellent academic credentials.
Admitted to practice law in the state of Tennessee and maintain annual registration and continuing legal education.
Positive energy, enthusiasm, flexibility, confidence, and ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
Solid team player with strong interpersonal skills and a strong, reliable work ethic.
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Worksite address
franklin, TN, 37068, US
Who can apply
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