Leap Brands is hiring a
Chief Legal Officer

Summary

Join as our Chief Legal Officer to lead our legal team, create and implement legal strategies, negotiate contracts, ensure compliance, safeguard intellectual property, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and guide us through crises. The position requires a J.D., 10+ years of legal experience, including corporate law and in-house counsel within the restaurant or hospitality industry.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active membership in the bar association – your legal expertise is both your foundation and your secret sauce
• 10+ years of legal experience, including significant time in corporate law and experience as an in-house counsel within the restaurant or hospitality industry

Responsibilities

• Lead our legal team to greatness, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence that mirrors our brand's ethos
• Create, implement, and oversee legal strategies, policies, and procedures that keep our brand secure, compliant, and at the forefront of innovation
• Negotiate, draft, and review a smorgasbord of contracts, from vendor agreements to franchise deals, ensuring our brand's interests are always protected
• Keep our legal compass pointed north by staying up-to-date with industry regulations, anticipating potential legal challenges, and proactively steering us to success
• Safeguard our intellectual property and trademarks like precious heirlooms, ensuring they're protected and maximized to their full potential
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, offering legal insights that guide strategic decision-making, risk management, and overall business growth
• When storms hit, you'll be our legal lighthouse, guiding us safely through challenges while minimizing legal risks

Benefits

• Shape the legal foundation of a high-growth restaurant brand, leaving a lasting impact on our success story
• Your legal insights can drive innovation, helping us blaze new trails and set trends within the culinary world
• Be a key player in strategic decisions, collaborating closely with executive leadership to steer us toward success
• You're not just joining a legal team – you're becoming part of a culinary family that celebrates food and excellence
• As our brand expands, so will your role's influence and your potential for personal and professional growth