SR. CORPORATE COUNSEL, CONSTRUCTION (HYBRID-CHARLOTTE, NC)

Compass Group•Charlotte, NC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

As the leading foodservice and support services company, Compass Group USA is known for our great people, great service and our great results. If you’ve been hungry and away from home, chances are you’ve tasted Compass Group’s delicious food and experienced our outstanding service. We have over 284,000 US associates who work in award-winning restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, arenas, museums, and more in all 50 states. Our reach is constantly expanding to shape the industry and create new opportunities for innovation. Join the Compass family today! great people. great services. great results. Each and every individual plays a key role in the growth and legacy of our company. We know the next big idea can come from anyone. We encourage developing and attracting expertise that differentiates us as a company as we continue to raise the bar.Job Summary:The successful Senior Corporate Counsel candidate will be responsible for legal counsel related to construction matters, including review, negotiation, and documentation of contract matters and design and implementation of programmatic elements. Candidate to be based in Charlotte, NC.

Requirements

7+ years of experience as a construction attorney, preferably in a corporate legal department or law firm with a focus on construction law.
Bachelors and Juris Doctor Degrees required, as well as a state bar license.
Exceptional communicator with strong business judgment and the ability to influence at all organizational levels.
Collaborative, pragmatic, and solutions-oriented — able to balance legal rigor with operational realities.
Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.

Nice To Haves

Business background is a plus.
Familiarity with the food service or distribution industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

Draft, negotiate and assist in the review of a broad range of construction-related agreements including on standard industry forms and ancillary services.
Implement contract and programmatic strategies that optimize terms and conditions, reduce risk, and ensure favorable financial and operational outcomes.
Provide counsel on federal, state, and local construction obligations, including bond and lien requirements.
Work closely with legal teams across lines of business, finance, and business development teams to ensure support for organizational goals and mitigate risks.
Build and maintain relationships with vendors, partners, and stakeholders to ensure smooth execution and address issues as they arise.
Provide sound legal advice and counsel to internal clients on strategies, actions and decisions related to all commercial transactions.
Ability to manage assignments independently, communicate proactively with supervising counsel, and deliver complete, accurate work within agreed upon timelines.
Willing to travel from time to time and perform other duties as directed.