Description:

Job Description:
Who We Are:
We're not in the wing business. We're in the flavor business. It's been our mission to Serve the World Flavor since we first opened in 1994, and we're just getting started. 1997 saw the opening of our first brand partner operated Wingstop location, and by 2002 we had served the world one billion wings. It's flavor that defines us and has made Wingstop one of the fastest growing brands in the restaurant industry.

Above all else – our success is largely due to our people and our core values, or what we call The Wingstop Way of being entrepreneurial, service-minded, fun, and authentic. We believe having a strong people foundation centered on these collective values creates a crave-worthy culture and talented team, as well as ensures our brand is poised for accelerated growth. We all win together.

What We'll Need
We Are Looking for A New Corporate Counsel with Demonstrated Experience Working on Public Company and General Corporate and Transactional Legal Matters, Including with Respect to Technology, Franchising Initiatives and Supply Chain Needs.

Ensuring Legal Compliance in Areas Like Federal Securities Law and Domestic/international Commercial Relationships Will Be at The Forefront of This Position. This Is a Highly Visible Role.

In This Role, You Will:
  • Draft, Review, and Negotiate a Wide Range of Commercial Agreements that Support a Variety of Areas Including Real Estate, Construction, M&a, Technology, Domestic Supply Chain, Enterprise Solutions, and Franchise Compliance.
  • Draft and Negotiate Commercial Retail Leases, Tenant Estoppels, Snd as And Other Related Agreements.
  • Draft and Review Franchise-Related Agreements, Vendor/supplier Contracts, Confidentiality Agreements, Consulting Agreements, Master Service Agreements, Manufacturing Agreements, Licensing Agreements, Order Forms, Nd As, and Letters of Intent.
  • Ensure Legal Compliance in Areas Like Domestic Commercial Relationships, and International/federal/state Data Privacy Laws.
  • Collaborate with Other Members of The Legal Team on A Variety of Strategic Initiatives, as Well as Sm Es Concerning Issues of Privacy and Information Security.
  • Assist with Franchising Initiatives.
  • Contribute to The Legal Team by Identifying and Implementing Improvements in Processes and Templates that Drive Growth Within the Company.
  • Respond Promptly to Internal Team Requests, Communicating Legal Risk in A Way that Balances Risks with Business Objectives.
  • Other Duties and Special Projects as Assigned. Other Duties as Assigned.

What You'll Need:
  • Juris Doctor (jd) from A Nationally Recognized Law School and Active Membership in A State Bar
  • 5–8 Years of Legal Experience in Transactions, Contracting, and General Corporate Matters, with Progressive Responsibility
  • Ability to Work Effectively Both Independently and Collaboratively Within a Team Environment
  • Strong Interpersonal Skills with A Demonstrated Ability to Engage and Collaborate with External Partners and Vendors
  • Commitment to Excellence and Continuous Professional Growth, with An Interest in Franchising and General Commercial Contracts
  • High Emotional Intelligence with Experience Advising on A Broad Range of Corporate Legal Matters
  • Proven Experience Drafting, Reviewing, and Negotiating Contracts and Agreements
  • Excellent Written, Verbal, and Analytical Skills that Support Effective and Productive Working Relationships
  • Demonstrated Leadership, Sound Business Judgment, and Strategic Thinking Capabilities
  • Ability to Identify and Mitigate Risks, Resolve Complex Issues, and Deliver Strong Business Outcomes

Who You Are:
No Job Is Too Small. You Recognize that The Real Work Happens in The Restaurants, and Everything We Do Should Support Their Success. You Stay Humble, Roll up Your Sleeves, and Always Look for Ways to Help. You Learn from Others and Contribute Wherever You Can.

You Care Deeply About Doing Great Work and Driving Results. You're Curious, Ask Questions, and Seek out Opportunities to Improve. You Don't Just Point out Problems—you Bring Solutions, Ideas, and Perspectives that Move the Team Forward.

You Take Full Responsibility for Your Work and See Things Through to Completion. You Aren't Afraid to Fail Because You Know that Failure Is a Part of Learning and Growth. You Take Action, Move Fast, and Keep Pushing Forward.

You Lead with Empathy, Respect, and Emotional Intelligence. You Collaborate Effectively, Fostering a Culture of Trust and Constructive Feedback. You Understand the Importance of Teamwork and Ensure that Your Actions Build Others up Rather than Break Them Down.

You Push Yourself and Others to Be Better. You Embrace Healthy Conflict, Knowing that Great Ideas and Strong Teams Emerge from Honest, Constructive Conversations. You Believe that Leaders Create Leaders and Are Committed to Fostering a Culture of Growth, Challenge, and Continuous Improvement.

Benefits:
Flavor Perks:
  • Unlimited Paid Time Off for Exempt Employees
  • One Paid Volunteer Day of Your Choice
  • Competitive Bonus Structure for Eligible Roles
  • Team Member Stock Purchase Plan
  • Health Savings or Flexible Spending Account Options
  • 401k – (dollar for Dollar on The First 3% and Then 50 Cents on The Dollar for The Next 2% for Team Member Contributions up To 5% of Eligible Compensation)
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
  • Basic Life and Ad&d Insurance Provided
  • Pet Insurance
  • Education Assistance
  • Wellness Reimbursement Program
  • Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave

Fun Is the Best Flavor:
  • Lunch Provided Every Tuesday and Thursday in Office
  • Discount on Wingstop Gift Cards
  • Onsite Game Room