When working at Fourteen Foods Dairy Queen, we welcome every guest with a smile and every day is a celebration! Since 2002, Fourteen Foods has been serving up smiles in 13 states and over 240 locations. As the largest Dairy Queen franchisee in the world, we offer the benefits and opportunities you can expect from an iconic national brand. Don’t wait to get your career started, take advantage of this sweet opportunity today!

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NOTE: This is a full-time position and will be onsite at our corporate headquarters in Franklin, TN.

Position Summary: The Associate General Counsel provides general business and commercial real estate legal counsel and services to Fourteen Foods and its affiliated companies (the “Companies”) in support of their QSR, commercial real estate and other businesses. This position is in-office, based in Franklin, TN, will report to the General Counsel and partner closely with all divisions of the Companies.

Essential Functions:

• Assist the real estate team with the execution of real estate transactions.
• Negotiate and draft commercial real estate purchase/sale agreements and related documents.
• Support real estate due diligence and closings.
• Title and survey examination and clearance.
• Draft, negotiate and manage general business contracts with vendors and consultants.
• Advise and support the divisions of the Companies with general legal support.
• Assist with liability insurance claims settlement.
• Examine and interpret documents, actions, statutes, decisions, and ordinances affecting, or potentially affecting, the Companies, and advise leadership and personnel on legal issues impacting their areas of responsibility, as needed or requested.
• Provide litigation and claims management support, and assist in resolving disputes and conflicts.
• Establish a reputation of being approachable, competent, professional, and responsive.
• Assume responsibility for special projects as assigned.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of licensed legal experience with commercial real estate transactions and general corporate matters.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, and ability to establish positive and effective business relationships both within and outside the Companies and articulate complex issues and ideas in simple, easy to understand concepts.
• High level of skill in analyzing, negotiating, and drafting legal documents.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage and prioritize multiple projects with attention to detail, meet concurrent deadlines and initiatives with efficiency and strong follow-through and accountability.
• Ability to practically and creatively solve legal issues with confidence.
• Litigation experience helpful.
• Strong critical thinking skills.
• Experience with a closely held and entrepreneurial business not required, but a plus.
• Franchise experience not required, but a plus.
• JD degree and excellent academic credentials.
• Admitted to practice law in the state of Tennessee and maintain annual registration and continuing legal education.
• Positive energy, enthusiasm, flexibility, confidence, and ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
• Solid team player with strong interpersonal skills and a strong, reliable work ethic.

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Fourteen Foods provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We encourage applicants of all ages and experience, as we do not discriminate on the basis of an applicant's age. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Please be advised that operation positions may involve exposure to various work hazards, including but not limited to extreme temperatures (both high heat and cold environments depending on seasonal and job assignment) and allergens (such as peanuts, dairy, soy, and other food-related allergens). Candidates should consider these factors when applying and be prepared to take necessary precautions to ensure their safety and comfort. We are committed to providing a safe work environment and will supply appropriate protective gear and training to manage these conditions. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

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