Legal Counsel

at  McDonalds

Company Description:
At McDonald’s, we are committed to being the best, and that starts with finding the best people. We have built a team of extraordinary people from around the world. We are problem solvers, risk takers, innovators, and thought leaders that take our work seriously, but have fun doing it. We challenge ourselves to get smarter and sharper every day, we value personal and professional growth, and believe in rewarding and celebrating our successes.
Job Description:
Position title: Legal Counsel
Department: Legal
Position band: Management Advisory (Global Grade 4)
Reports to: General Counsel
Type of position: Full-time, Permanent

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

This is an unparalleled opportunity to join a winning organization during an exciting time of transformational change. Help McDonald’s secure its real estate portfolio as the company works to update and continually improve its restaurant operations and expand its footprint across the country. If you are looking for a company with a winning culture where you can grow in depth and breadth while making a tangible impact on central initiatives, this is the right position for you.

Qualifications:

• Legal degree (LLB or JD) and a member in good standing of a provincial or territorial law society in Canada
• 8+ years of legal experience, with a focus on commercial real estate
• Prior in-house legal experience gained from a major corporation will be an asset
• Outstanding analytical, drafting and negotiation skills, with an ability to learn quickly and apply technical skills to a wide range of business initiatives
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work on cross-functional teams
• Strong work ethic with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrable leadership experience
• Bilingualism is a significant advantag

In addition to adhering to McDonald’s policies and procedures, principal accountabilities include, but are not limited to:

• Support McDonald’s business teams with the drafting and negotiation of commercial leases and related agreements
• Act and advise on title, off-title, zoning, construction and other due diligence matters
• Maintain a current subject matter expertise on all areas of law relevant to the position.
• Establish and further a smart risk taking approach that allows the business to be agile and deliver on its strategic growth pillars
• Ensure team collaboration, information sharing, organization, and appropriate use of technology
• Foster trust and work collaboratively with all internal and external stakeholders
• Identify and implement process improvements and working efficiencies within legal and across the business

Qualifications:

• Legal degree (LLB or JD) and a member in good standing of a provincial or territorial law society in Canada
• 8+ years of legal experience, with a focus on commercial real estate
• Prior in-house legal experience gained from a major corporation will be an asset
• Outstanding analytical, drafting and negotiation skills, with an ability to learn quickly and apply technical skills to a wide range of business initiatives
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work on cross-functional teams
• Strong work ethic with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrable leadership experience
• Bilingualism is a significant advantage

Additional Information:
McDonald’s Canada and Owner/Operators are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all. Our workplaces have a long-standing policy of providing fair, equitable, and accessible opportunities for all employees and prospective employees. Accommodations during the application process are available upon request.