Sr. Counsel, Commercial Practice Group
About The Position
The Senior Counsel serves as a member of McDonald’s Commercial Practice Group, a seven-person legal team supporting more than 20 MHQ-based Global and U.S. business functions, including Supply Chain, Menu, Tax, Global Impact, and Global Insights. The role partners with business stakeholders to provide practical, business-oriented legal advice on commercial transactions and other legal matters, balancing legal risk with commercial objectives and helping the business move forward effectively. The Senior Counsel collaborates with colleagues across the Global Legal and Compliance Department, contributes to team and department initiatives, and identifies opportunities to improve efficiency, collaboration, and knowledge sharing. The role independently manages a broad range of commercial transactions and provides legal counseling and training to business stakeholders.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree.
- Admitted to practice in the United States.
- At least 5 years of relevant work experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide day-to-day legal counsel to Global and U.S. business functions, including Supply Chain, Menu, Tax, Global Impact, and Global Insights.
- Develop an understanding of business priorities and collaborate across the Commercial Practice Group and Global Legal and Compliance Department to provide timely, practical legal support.
- Build relationships with business stakeholders and serve as a trusted legal advisor.
- Work with business partners to identify solutions that advance business objectives while appropriately addressing legal risk.
- Independently manage commercial transactions, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating agreements and advising on related legal and business issues.
- Partner with stakeholders throughout the contracting process, from negotiation through execution and implementation.
- Identify legal issues, provide clear recommendations, and escalate significant or novel legal matters as appropriate.
- Assess risks associated with business initiatives and commercial relationships, and offer practical advice that balances legal considerations with business objectives.
- Collaborate with legal colleagues to share knowledge, promote consistency, improve processes, and identify more efficient ways of working.
- Participate in cross-functional and Department initiatives and contribute to a collaborative and inclusive team environment.
- Advise business stakeholders on applicable laws, regulations, Company policies, and contractual requirements.
- Monitor relevant legal and business developments and help stakeholders understand their potential impact on business activities.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health insurance, including medical, prescription drug, mental health, dental, and vision coverage.
- Life insurance.
- Bonus eligibility based on individual and company performance.
- Eligibility for stock or other equity grants under McDonald’s long-term incentive plan.
- Sabbatical program.
- Tuition assistance.
- Flexible work arrangements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
