Associate General Counsel

at  Potbelly

• $170-200k plus annual bonus
• Fully Remote in the United States
  Potbelly Sandwich Shops, where Good Vibes and Great Careers are a way of life! Come Build the Potbelly Nation with us.
  Potbelly got its start in 1977 as a small antique store that turned into a lines-out-the-door neighborhood sandwich shop. Before you knew it, we were serving up delicious food in a fun environment at more than 400 shops across the United States.
  We continue to wake up every day with one goal: Make people happy through good vibes and delicious craveable food. Put those awesome ingredients together, and there’s no telling what we’ll cook up next!
  Medical, Dental, Vision, Domestic Partner Benefits, Spouse & Children Benefits, Paid Parental Leave, 401k with a match, Flexible Spending Account, Paid Time Off, Incentive Bonus Plan, Paid Holidays, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Life/AD&D Insurance, Home office allowance, Cell phone allowance, Internet allowance, mileage reimbursement, AMEX travel card provided.
  We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.
  Job Title: Associate General Counsel
  Department/Function: Legal
  Location: Support Center (Full Remote)
  Reports to (Title): SVP Chief Legal Officer, Secretary
  Job Band Manager/Sr. Manager/Director

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Potbelly Sandwich Shop, the iconic neighborhood restaurant brand, has been nourishing customers with toasty warm sandwiches, mouth-watering salads and good vibes for over 40 years. Potbelly has been publicly traded since 2013 (NASDAQ: PBPB) and boasts annual revenues of approximately $450 million, over 400 locations and 5,000+ employees across the United States.
We are looking to add an Assistant General Counsel to our team to support the needs of this exciting, growing business. As the Assistant General Counsel, you will report directly to our SVP, Chief Legal Officer and have an opportunity to work with senior leadership as you learn and grow in your career with Potbelly.
The Assistant General Counsel will have the ability to work on a wide range of legal and business issues. A successful candidate will be a generalist with capabilities across several areas including commercial contracting, litigation, franchising, employment, marketing and real estate.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND BEHAVIORS

• Must have a JD and be a member in good standing of one state bar.
• Must demonstrate positive energy, curiosity and flexibility.
• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience, including at least 3 years working in-house.
• Experience negotiating, drafting and reviewing commercial agreements.
• Experience leading legal projects and initiatives in support of business objectives
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to interact with all levels of a company via telephone, video and in-person conversations.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple workstreams and meet deadlines.
• Must be highly organized with an ability to execute with speed and quality.
• Must have the ability to work 55 hours per week and travel domestically as needed.
  Brand: Potbelly
  Address: 111 N. Canal St. Chicago, IL - 60606
  Property Description: CORP - Home Office
  Property Number: COR

Knowledge Management and Training:

• Develop and maintain programs for knowledge management, including creating and updating legal templates, guidelines, and best practices.
• Prepare and deliver client alerts, training sessions, and educational materials to ensure that company employees are informed about relevant legal issues and developments

Litigation Management:

• Oversee all company litigation, including developing and executing litigation strategy, coordinating internal teams and third parties.
• Select, manage, and evaluate the performance of outside counsel to ensure effective representation and cost management.
• Advise senior management on litigation risks, potential outcomes, and strategic decisions.

Employment and Benefits Legal Support:

• Provide legal advice and guidance to the Human Resources team on employment law matters, including employee relations, terminations, discrimination claims, and workplace policies.
• Support the HR team on benefits-related issues, including compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Contract Review and Corporate Support:

• Review, draft, and negotiate a variety of company contracts, including vendor agreements, service contracts, and partnership agreements.
• Provide legal support and guidance to various corporate functions as needed, including business development, operations, and finance.

Enterprise Risk and Compliance:

• Assist in the development, implementation, and management of the companys risk management and compliance programs.
• Ensure adherence to legal and regulatory requirements across the companys operations.

Knowledge Management and Training:

• Develop and maintain programs for knowledge management, including creating and updating legal templates, guidelines, and best practices.
• Prepare and deliver client alerts, training sessions, and educational materials to ensure that company employees are informed about relevant legal issues and developments.

Strategic Legal Advice:

• Serve as a strategic legal advisor to the business, providing proactive and practical legal solutions that align with the companys objectives.
• Work independently and efficiently to handle a broad range of legal matters with minimal supervision.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address complex legal issues and provide holistic support to the companys business operations.
• Engage with senior leadership to advise on legal risks and opportunities, ensuring alignment with business goals