Corporate Compliance and Contracts Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary :

Sun Holdings is one of the top franchise organizations in the U.S. We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Corporate Compliance and Contracts Attorney to support our Legal department in managing business needs and internal policies.

Our ideal candidate for this position has at least five to seven years of experience working in a law office or company and is familiar with governmental applications, company formation and maintenance, state forms, and reporting.

Any corporate compliance, employment, franchise, mergers and acquisitions, or transactional law experience is a plus. Looking for someone with the confidence to jump in and figure out new assignments.

Tax experience may be useful.

Sun Holdings is one of the top franchise organizations in the U.S. and one of the largest minority-owned organizations based in Dallas, TX.

Sun Holdings employs 30,000 team members and, owns and operates more than 1,200 restaurant and retail locations across 27 states with popular U.

S. brands including Applebee's, Arby's, Burger King, Freebirds, Golden Corral, GNC, IHOP, McAlisters, Papa Johns, Popeyes, Taco Bueno and restaurants in DFW and Georgia airports.

We are growing and plan more restaurants in the future.

Responsibilities :

• Compliance Management : Develop, implement, and oversee corporate compliance programs and policies to ensure adherence to federal, state, and local regulations.
• Legal Guidance : Provide legal advice and support on compliance-related matters, and contracts, including regulatory requirements, risk management, and internal policies.
• Training and Education : Design and deliver training programs for employees on compliance issues, ethics, and legal obligations.
• Monitoring and Auditing : Conduct regular audits and reviews of company operations to identify potential compliance risks and recommend corrective actions.
• Investigation and Reporting : Investigate compliance breaches or violations, prepare detailed reports, and liaise with regulatory agencies as needed.
• Policy Development : Draft, review, and update company policies and procedures to ensure they remain current and compliant with legal requirements.
• Stakeholder Collaboration : Work closely with various departments to ensure compliance integration into business practices and support the development of new initiatives.

Requirements :

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Bar. Must be in good standing.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience as a compliance attorney or in a similar role, preferably within a corporate setting.
• Strong understanding of corporate compliance, regulatory frameworks, and risk management.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and integrity.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Experience as a practicing, licensed attorney, in good standing for five to seven years. (Required).
• Ability to reliably commute or plan to relocate to Dallas, TX before starting work is required.

Benefits and Perks :

• 401K with company match
• Health insurance including Medical, Dental, and Vision
• HSA with company match
• Ancillary benefits including STD, LTD, and Life insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• FREE lunch at local brand-related restaurants
• PerkSpot corporate nationwide discount program
• And much more!

We at Sun Holdings are committed to delivering a rewarding experience to our customers and a stimulating career environment for our employees.

Sun Holdings, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.