BENEFITS & PERKS:
401K with company match
Health insurance including Medical, Dental, and Vision
HSA with company match
Instant Paycard, earned wage access
Ancillary benefits including STD, LTD, and Life insurance
Paid time off and paid holidays
FREE lunch at local brand-related restaurants
PerkSpot corporate nationwide discount program
And much more!
JOB SUMMARY Sun Holdings is one of the top franchise management services organizations in the U.S. and one of the largest minority-owned organizations based in Dallas, TX. Sun Holdings has 30,000 team members in more than 1,200 locations across 35 states with many familiar brands. We were awarded one of 2024 America’s Greatest Workplaces by Newsweek magazine!
We are looking for a skilled and dedicated Corporate Compliance and Franchise Attorney to support our Legal department in managing business needs and ensuring adherence to internal policies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in corporate legal matters, corporate restructuring, and franchising particularly within the restaurant industry. Experience with governmental applications, company formation and maintenance, state filings, and compliance reporting is essential. Additional expertise in corporate compliance, employment law, franchising, alternative dispute resolution, mergers and acquisitions, or transactional law is highly valued. We seek someone confident and resourceful, ready to take initiative and tackle new assignments. Tax knowledge would be a plus.
This position is onsite Monday through Friday at our Corporate Headquarters in Dallas, Texas, where our culture is engaging and collaborative. Requires the ability to reliably commute or plan to relocate to Dallas, TX before starting work.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop and manage corporate compliance programs to ensure alignment with federal, state, and local regulations
Provide legal counsel and support on compliance-related matters, including regulatory requirements, contract management, document oversight, and internal policies
Create and deliver employee training programs focused on compliance, ethics, and legal responsibilities
Conduct routine audits and operational reviews to identify potential compliance risks and recommend effective corrective actions.
Investigate compliance issues and violations, prepare thorough reports, and coordinate with regulatory agencies when necessary.
Draft, review, and maintain company policies and procedures, ensuring they stay up to date and aligned with legal standards
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate compliance practices into business operations and support new initiatives
Perform other duties as assigned
REQUIREMENTS:
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
Active Bar admission in good standing; Texas Bar admission is a plus
5–7 years of experience as a practicing, licensed attorney with a strong background in compliance and/or franchise law, preferably within a corporate environment
Strong knowledge of corporate compliance principles, regulatory frameworks, corporate structuring, and contract negotiation
Exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and integrity
Experience with Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) is a plus
Proactive, detail-oriented, and adaptable, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
Team-oriented mindset, committed to fostering a supportive work environment with a healthy work-life balance
We at Sun Holdings are committed to delivering a rewarding experience to our customers and a stimulating career environment for our employees.
Sun Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employer.