What are the responsibilities and job description for the ASSOCIATE GENERAL COUNSEL/SENIOR CORPORATE COUNSEL position at Compass Group, North America?
Levy Sector
Different perspectives make us better. Were committed to creating an equal opportunity and fair treatment environment, where learning and growing together is just part of our every day. An environment where you can be your authentic self.
About Levy
The disruptor in defining the sports and entertainment hospitality experience, Levy is recognized as the market leader and most critically acclaimed hospitality company in its industry. Twice named one of the 10 most innovative companies in sports by Fast Company magazine and one of the top three Best Employers for Diversity in America by Forbes, Levys diverse portfolio includes award-winning restaurants; iconic sports and entertainment venues, zoos and cultural institutions, theaters, and convention centers; as well as the Super Bowl, Grammy Awards, US Open Tennis Tournament, Kentucky Derby, and NHL, MLB, NBA, NFL, and MLS All-Star Games.
Job Summary
The Associate General Counsel / Sr. Corporate Counsel is responsible for negotiating and drafting commercial contracts and management agreements with Levys key business partners, with oversight from the General Counsel, overseeing new business RFPs, and overseeing and managing contracting for Levys outside vendors. The role will have a direct reporting relationship to the General Counsel. The role is based in Chicago, with a hybrid work schedule.
Job Responsibilities
Directly negotiating, drafting, and advising on RFPs, commercial contracts and management agreements on Levys behalf.
- Drafting and advising on all types of contracts, including but not limited to contracts related to all outside vendors, including temporary service agencies, non-for-profit organizations, subcontractors, and licensees, as well as other commercial contracting issues.
- Ensuring compliance with Levy policies, including overseeing contracting compliance for Levys outside vendors.
- Identifying and assessing legal risks and opportunities within areas or responsibility and educating clients and business partners accordingly.
- Overseeing compliance with subpoenas and information requests.
- Independently handling legal matters or projects.
- Providing sound legal advice to business leadership and internal clients on strategies, actions and decisions related to commercial contacts, and recognizing when the advice of more senior counsel or outside counsel is appropriate.
- Advocating companys interests in assigned matters.
- Serving as an indispensable partner to location management.
- Ensuring adherence to time-sensitive deadlines.
EXPERIENCE
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
Curious about Life at Levy? Check it out : Levy Culture (http : / / www.levyrestaurants.com / our-culture / )
Levy is a member of Compass Group USA. Compass Group / Levy is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass / Levy, 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. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
At Levy, team = family. And well always take care of family, learn more about Levy benefits offered.
Levy maintains a drug-free workplace.
Associates may also be eligible for paid and / or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here (https : / / www.compass-usa.com / wp-content / uploads / 2023 / 08 / 2023_WageTransparency_Levy.pdf) for paid time off benefits information.
