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Associate General Counsel

2 months ago

Chicago, Illinois, United States Potbelly Full time
About Potbelly

Potbelly is a leading neighborhood restaurant brand that has been nourishing customers with toasty warm sandwiches, mouth-watering salads, and good vibes for over 40 years. With annual revenues of approximately $450 million and over 400 locations across the United States, we are a dynamic and growing company that is committed to making people happy through good food and great careers.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and skilled Assistant General Counsel to join our team. As a key member of our legal department, you will provide strategic legal advice and support to our business operations, working closely with senior leadership to drive business growth and success.

Responsibilities
  • Litigation Management: Oversee all company litigation, including developing and executing litigation strategy, coordinating internal teams and third parties. Select, manage, and evaluate the performance of outside counsel to ensure effective representation and cost management. Advise senior management on litigation risks, potential outcomes, and strategic decisions.
  • Employment and Benefits Legal Support: Provide legal advice and guidance to the Human Resources team on employment law matters, including employee relations, terminations, discrimination claims, and workplace policies. Support the HR team on benefits-related issues, including compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Contract Review and Corporate Support: Review, draft, and negotiate a variety of company contracts, including vendor agreements, service contracts, and partnership agreements. Provide legal support and guidance to various corporate functions as needed, including business development, operations, and finance.
  • Enterprise Risk and Compliance: Assist in the development, implementation, and management of the company's risk management and compliance programs. Ensure adherence to legal and regulatory requirements across the company's operations.
  • Knowledge Management and Training: Develop and maintain programs for knowledge management, including creating and updating legal templates, guidelines, and best practices. Prepare and deliver client alerts, training sessions, and educational materials to ensure that company employees are informed about relevant legal issues and developments.
  • Strategic Legal Advice: Serve as a strategic legal advisor to the business, providing proactive and practical legal solutions that align with the company's objectives. Work independently and efficiently to handle a broad range of legal matters with minimal supervision.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address complex legal issues and provide holistic support to the company's business operations. Engage with senior leadership to advise on legal risks and opportunities, ensuring alignment with business goals.
Requirements
  • Must have a JD and be a member in good standing of one state bar.
  • Must demonstrate positive energy, curiosity, and flexibility.
  • Minimum of 5 years relevant experience, including at least 3 years working in-house.
  • Experience negotiating, drafting, and reviewing commercial agreements.
  • Experience leading legal projects and initiatives in support of business objectives.
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to interact with all levels of a company via telephone, video, and in-person conversations.
  • Ability to work independently, manage multiple workstreams, and meet deadlines.
  • Must be highly organized with an ability to execute with speed and quality.
  • Must have the ability to work 55 hours per week and travel domestically as needed.