Corporate Counsel at PLANET FITNESS

Hampton, New Hampshire, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Corporate Governance, Mergers And Acquisitions, Legal Advice, Contract Negotiation, Public Company Regulations, Real Estate, Analytical Skills, Problem-Solving, Communication Skills, Leadership Skills, Strategic Thinking, Organizational Skills, Collaboration, Detail-Oriented, Time Management, Entrepreneurial Mindset

Industry

Wellness and Fitness Services

Description

About Us Founded in 1992 in Dover, NH, Planet Fitness is one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers in the United States by number of members and locations. We have over 2,700+ stores in 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Canada, Panama, Mexico, Spain, and Australia. 90% of Planet Fitness stores are owned and operated by independent franchisees. At Planet Fitness, our unique mission has always been to enhance people’s lives by providing a high-quality fitness experience in a welcoming, non-intimidating environment. And we’re proud of the amazing Planet Fitness team that supports our clubs and team members. They are comprised of dynamic, dedicated, and talented individuals who represent our values of integrity, transparency, passion, respect, and excellence (while having fun!) in everything they do. Joining the PF family means being part of a company that cares about bettering the health and wellbeing of our communities. It means being a part of a supportive, engaging workforce with an inclusive culture that values diversity and creates an environment where everyone can feel they belong. It means encouraging professional growth and development. It means making true, lasting connections with your co-workers with celebrations, team building activities and engaging corporate events! It means creating a positive impact in our local communities through our Judgement Free Generation® philanthropic initiative. It means being part of a brand that you can be proud of! For the past 30 years, we’ve helped millions of people in their fitness journey and revolutionized the industry along the way. And we’re just getting started! Overview The Corporate Counsel will serve as a strategic advisor and business partner within the Legal Department, assisting with a wide range of matters, including among others, corporate acquisitions and other strategic transactions, public company regulations, corporate governance, contracts, state and federal regulations and real estate, as well as providing legal advice and support to the Company’s business functions. In carrying out the required duties, the Corporate Counsel will work with a variety of business units, impacting important business decisions in support of the Legal Department’s mission to contribute to Planet Fitness’ success by I) providing clear, timely, thoughtful, professional and practical legal advice; II) recommending and implementing appropriate policies, practices and procedures to mitigate risk and control costs; III) being effective leaders with a focus on strategy, efficiency and collaboration; and IV) contributing to Planet Fitness’ fun, inclusive and Judgement-Free culture. This position is expected to follow our hybrid work schedule out of our Hampton, NH office. Responsibilities Advise on and assist with the execution of mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, financings and other strategic transactions over the full transaction life cycle in collaboration with internal teams and outside counsel. Advise on and assist with the preparation of SEC filings including proxy statements, Section 16 filings, current reports, securities offerings, and other related filings. Collaborate and provide legal guidance on external communications such as earnings releases, press releases, investor presentations and marketing materials. Oversee the maintenance of corporate governance and jurisdictional compliance for all corporate entities. Assist with the negotiation, review and maintenance of the Company’s corporate club leases. Monitor and maintain awareness of existing laws and regulations, as well as pending legislation and developments that are relevant to Planet Fitness’ business interests. Respond to legal requests and queries from individuals in all areas and all levels within the organization, and proactively recognize and address potential legal issues as they arise. Draft, maintain and interpret corporate policies and procedures and facilitate training and legal counseling on same. Serve as a trusted legal and business partner and advisor to the executive team and business functions. Select and manage outside counsel to execute on engagements in a cost-effective manner. Delegate appropriate matters and provide supervision to paralegals and interns. Qualifications Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited institution, as well as a valid license to practice law in any state. 4-6 years of legal experience in a large law firm and/or in-house legal department, with demonstrated experience in the areas of mergers and acquisitions and corporate governance matters. Preference for candidates with demonstrated experience as in-house counsel for, or outside counsel advising, public companies within one or more of the areas of securities compliance, public company reporting and cross-border transactions. Experience with complex contracts and/or commercial leases is a significant bonus. Strong analytical and problem-resolution skills with exceptional business judgment, including the ability to think strategically and give practical advice while balancing business needs with legal risks. Highly organized self-starter with the ability to coordinate and follow up on multiple priorities, manage time effectively and meet deadlines. Extremely detail-oriented, efficient, and organized with an exceptional ability to establish priorities and objectives Exceptional presentation and communication skills along with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization, including executives and Board of Directors Able to establish and maintain effective, collaborative work relationships with diverse individuals, internally and externally Creative, progressive, thought leadership with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization Excellent leadership skills including the ability to build teams, motivate, guide, and mentor Possess a results-driven entrepreneurial mindset, demonstrating initiative and creativity Demonstrated strategic thinking, creative problem-solving, and organizational leadership skills Exhibits comfort, ease, and flexibility working in an extremely fast-paced ever-changing, deadline-driven environment Cooperative team player with an upbeat, positive, “can-do” attitude! Perks Hybrid work schedule out of our Hampton, NH office Competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, pharmacy, dental and vision benefits Generous vacation/holiday pay Volunteer days off 401(k) Retirement Employee Stock Purchase Program Childcare reimbursement Pet care reimbursement Tuition reimbursement Learning and development programs Discount programs, including vacations, theme parks, shopping, meal delivery services & much more Free Black Card membership and fun exercise incentives Company-sponsored social events Access to our private gym at headquarters, complete with locker rooms and Black Card area Delicious, healthy breakfast and lunch options served at our Club Support Center café Note to Applicants: We have been made aware of an increasing number of hiring fraud schemes across numerous platforms. Planet Fitness never requires advance payments of any kind for computer equipment or any other purpose at the start of employment. Any request for you to provide payment information during the application process is part of a fraud scheme. Further, we recommend that you do not provide sensitive personal information (SSN, DOB, driver’s license number) as part of the initial application process. Min Max

Responsibilities

The Corporate Counsel will advise on mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, and provide legal support across various business functions. This role involves collaborating with internal teams and outside counsel to ensure compliance and mitigate risks.