Licensing Paralegal

P.F. Chang's • Scottsdale, AZ

4d • Onsite

About The Position

P.F. Chang’s is seeking an experienced Licensing Paralegal to join its Legal team at the Global Support Center in Scottsdale, Arizona. The role works across Operations, Marketing, Legal, and Finance to project-manage licensing activities and deliverables, including licensing document submissions and related schedules and milestones. It responds to government notices and inquiries, addresses licensing and compliance issues, and supports the licensing team in improving its templates, policies, processes, and practices. The position is primarily office-based in Scottsdale. Candidates must currently reside in the greater Phoenix area within a reasonable commuting distance of the office.

Requirements

• At least 4 years of experience processing licenses, including liquor licenses, and handling licensing matters.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations and laws related to licensing and compliance, including experience researching rules and regulations.
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Willingness to learn new software as the business develops.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• Must currently reside in the greater Phoenix area within a reasonable commuting distance of the Scottsdale office.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting multi-unit, multi-state restaurant or hospitality organizations.
• Experience with Avalara.
• Paralegal certificate.

Responsibilities

• Project-manage licensing activities and deliverables across Operations, Marketing, Legal, and Finance, including licensing document submissions and associated schedules and milestones.
• Respond promptly to government notices and inquiries to resolve compliance issues and address new licenses or permits, audit requests, and related matters.
• Document and report incidents or violations of licensing and compliance regulations, and take necessary action to resolve them.
• Stay informed about changes in licensing and compliance regulations.
• Research, recommend, and support implementation of updates to licensing document templates, best practices, policies, and processes.
• Complete other legal tasks and special projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits starting on the first of the month following hire.
• 20 days of paid vacation and sick time per calendar year for full-time Global Support Center team members, prorated for new hires.
• 12 company-selected paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays per year.
• Annual bonuses based on company performance.
• Tuition reimbursement for job-related programs.
• Preloaded Lucky Cat Meal Card for use at corporate-owned P.F. Chang’s locations.
• Employee discounts.
• Financial assistance through the Lucky Cat Fund during hardships for qualifying team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level