Panda Express

Senior RELO & Dispute Resolution Supervising Attorney (P1-6017610-1)

Panda Express$194K — $207K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Law degree and licensed attorney required.
  • 7+ years of real estate and contract negotiation experience preferred.
  • Management experience in asset management or retail/hospitality environment is a plus.
  • Successfully completed all required trainings, initial and ongoing.
  • Food Handler’s Card must be obtained within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

  • Drafts and negotiates complex legal agreements with landlords.
  • Handles legal issues related to liens, condemnation, and ADA compliance.
  • Reviews and drafts various legal agreements, including Exclusive Waivers and Easement Agreements.
  • Consults on dispute resolution, litigation strategies, and legal risk assessments.
  • Negotiates condemnation awards and settlements with government entities.
  • Finalizes real estate site purchases and leases as required.
  • Supervises and develops associates to strengthen departmental performance.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work schedule promotes flexibility.
  • 401K plan with company matching contributions.
  • Annual bonus opportunities for eligible employees.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
  • On-site fitness amenities and health screenings available.
  • Employee discounts at select restaurants and entertainment venues.
  • Generous paid time off plan with at least 15 days of vacation and 7 holidays.
  • Opportunities for continuous education and scholarship assistance.
  • Income protection including disability and life insurance offerings.
  • Bereavement leave policy available for employees.
Full Job Description
Summary of Job Description:

The Sr. RELO (Real Estate Legal Operations) & Dispute Resolution Supervising Attorney drafts amendments and negotiates complex legal terms and finalizes documents with landlords. This position also handles liens, condemnation and ADA matters, addressing any ADA-related real estate legal issues, landlord-tenant disputes, and/or general real estate issues. The Sr. Supervising Attorney reviews or drafts a variety of legal agreements, such as Exclusive Waivers, Signage Agreements, etc. This position consults on dispute resolution, litigation, drafting complaint and respondent, conducting lease legal review, legal risk analysis and drafting legal responses to landlords. The Sr. Supervising Attorney supervises other associate(s), coaching and developing them to achieve the company's growth goals.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Drafts complex amendments and negotiates legal terms and finalizes documents with landlords.
  • Handles liens, condemnation, and ADA matters; addresses any ADA-related real estate legal issues, landlord-tenant disputes, and/or general real estate issues.
  • Reviews, drafts miscellaneous legal agreements, such as: Exclusive Waivers, Signage Agreements, Consent/Amendments for CCRs, Easement Agreements, Non-Renewal Amendments, Settlement Agreements, any legal documents from Property Management that involve REA approval.
  • Provides consultation on dispute resolution and litigation, drafts complaints and respondents, conducts lease legal revie and legal risk analysis, and drafts legal responses to landlords to mitigate exposure.
  • Negotiates any condemnation awards and settlements based on notification by state or federal government.
  • Drafts, negotiates, and finalizes real estate new site purchases/leases as needed.
  • Supervises one or more associates, developing and coaching paralegal(s), less experienced attorney(s), and/or support associates, elevating their performance to meet the company's growth strategies. Assists the Vice President, Real Estate Legal and Subgroup Leader (as applicable) on selecting, hiring, and retaining Legal associates.
  • Builds and maintains valuable partnerships with critical stakeholders, both in the department and in other departments, reflected in feedback, survey scores and acknowledgements.


How we reward you:
  • Hybrid Work schedule
  • 401K with company match
  • Yearly bonus opportunity*
  • Full medical, dental, and vision insurance *
  • On-site fitness center, biometric screen, and flu shot clinic
  • Discounts at Panda restaurants, theme parks, and gym memberships
  • Paid time off starting at 15 days with 7 federal holidays*
  • Continuous education assistance and scholarships*
  • Income protection including Disability, Life and AD&D insurance*
  • Bereavement leave*

*Benefits available for eligible permanent full time associates

Your background & experience:
  • Law degree and licensed attorney
  • Minimum seven years of real estate and contract negotiation experience with increasing management experience; asset management and/or retail/hospitality environment preferred.
  • Successful completion of initial and periodically required trainings.
  • Obtaining a valid Food Handler's Card within 30 days of employment is a requirement of this position.


Pay Range: L3: $194,000 - $207,000 / Annual

* Within the range, individual pay is determined using various factors, including work location and experience.

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About Panda Express

Panda Express is a fast food restaurant chain that specializes in Chinese cuisine. The company was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in Rosemead, California. Panda Express operates over 2,000 locations in the United States and has a presence in several other countries. The company's menu includes a variety of dishes, including orange chicken, kung pao chicken, and chow mein. Panda Express is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact.
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