Senior Corporate Counsel

Stonebridge Hospitality Management

5d • $170,000 - $180,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Corporate Counsel supports the Chief Administrative Officer & General Counsel in managing the company’s legal operations, with a focus on contract review, compliance oversight, risk management, litigation coordination, and day-to-day legal advisory work. This role works cross-functionally with internal departments and external counsel to help ensure Stonebridge’s legal interests are protected while supporting business objectives with practical, timely guidance.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school; active license to practice law in good standing
• Minimum of 7 years of legal experience, including in-house counsel or law firm work; hospitality, commercial real estate, or corporate transactions preferred
• Prior experience supporting hotel ownership, operations, development, or management agreements is highly desirable
• Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills, with attention to detail and practical application in a business setting
• Experience supporting litigation, risk, and compliance matters in coordination with internal stakeholders and external counsel
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to summarize complex legal topics for non-legal audiences
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously under the direction of the General Counsel
• High level of discretion, professionalism, and judgment when handling sensitive matters
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements in employment, accessibility, licensing, and hospitality operations
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience using legal or contract management platforms

Responsibilities

• Support the General Counsel in delivering legal services across the organization, serving as a resource for legal review, research, and operational input
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of legal documents, including hotel management agreements, vendor agreements, service contracts, confidentiality agreements, and amendments
• Coordinate with outside counsel on litigation matters, regulatory filings, and legal investigations, tracking progress and ensuring timely updates to the General Counsel
• Conduct legal research on federal, state, and local regulatory matters affecting hotel operations, development, employment, and risk exposure
• Assist in the oversight of contract management systems, legal templates, and internal tracking of key documents and deadlines
• Support due diligence efforts, contract review, and development-related legal tasks as directed by the General Counsel
• Partner with Risk Management, HR, and Operations teams to ensure compliance with internal policies, employment laws, and safety regulations
• Monitor legal trends and industry developments relevant to hospitality, and summarize implications for internal stakeholders
• Review and prepare legal responses to subpoenas, guest claims, and third-party information requests
• Ensure legal records, files, and corporate documents are maintained accurately and confidentially
• Support training initiatives related to legal risk awareness, policy interpretation, and contract compliance

Benefits

• Stonebridge offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k) matching, wellness support, life and disability coverage, savings accounts, tuition aid, and travel and lodging perks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree