Overview
Vice President & General Counsel Jobs in Village of Prairie du Sac, Wisconsin, USA at Jobleads-US
Location: Village of Prairie du Sac
Job Category:
Senior Management, Level II
Requisition Number: VICEP
001029
Posted:
January 2, 2025
Employment Type:
Full-Time
Work Model:
Hybrid
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Description
Culver Franchising System, LLC is looking for a strategic, knowledgeable Vice President & General Counsel. This position provides senior management with effective legal, business, corporate governance and public relations advice. It oversees and manages the legal and risk management functions and engages with and oversees the work of outside legal counsel. It is also responsible for protecting and promoting the company’s and the industry’s interests with respect to governmental affairs.
Review and counsel on the development and enforcement of corporate policies, procedures and programs and provide continuing counsel and guidance on legal matters and on legal implications of all matters
Oversee the Risk Management Department and review risk management program and assess exposure
Establish corporate policy on contracts, and review, conduct final negotiations and approve all material contracts on behalf of the company
Select, engage, manage and evaluate all outside legal counsel
Judge the merits of all legal disputes and court cases filed against or on behalf of the company, work with the appropriate team member and/or outside counsel to define a litigation strategy and advise and approve the disposition of cases
Assume ultimate responsibility for ensuring that the company and its related companies conduct their businesses in compliance with applicable laws and regulations
Oversee all corporate business and real estate transactions
Review and approve all franchisees’ real estate leases
Revise and oversee the annual filing of an updated Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD)
Maintain and protect the company’s trademarks
Active involvement in governmental affairs, including involvement with the International Franchise Association (IFA), National Restaurant Association, and Wisconsin Restaurant Association
Oversee corporate governance and record keeping for the company and related companies
Required Qualifications:
Possess a Law degree.
Member of the Wisconsin State Bar or to another State Bar along with being registered as in-house counsel in the State of Wisconsin.
10 years’ experience in the general practice of law with exposure to and/or familiarity with the following areas of law: state and federal franchise laws, business transactions, litigation, risk management, insurance, real estate, trademarks, employment law and corporate governance.
Additional Information:
To be considered for this opportunity, please make sure to attach and save your resume to your application.
We offer workplace flexibility including a hybrid work model and flexible work hours with the added benefit of “Restoration Fridays.” This role also includes a generous incentive bonus based on business results and individual success. Join us in our beautiful Support Center in Prairie du Sac, Wisconsin right on the Wisconsin River, just a short drive from Madison!
Culver Franchising System is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we use E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new team members.
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Title: Vice President & General Counsel
Company: Jobleads-US
Location: Village of Prairie du Sac, Wisconsin, USA
Category: Law/Legal (Legal Counsel, Lawyer), Management
