SUMMARY

The Vice President of Legal is the lead counsel on MOD Pizza’s executive team and is responsible for advising on all matters, with the help of a team of attorneys and administrative staff. This attorney will act with the highest level of integrity and ethics in all aspects of job performance.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a JD degree from an accredited law school in the United States, preferably in the state of Washington or able to gain admission by motion or as house counsel.
• 10+ years of commercial contracts experience.
• Must have experience with critical legal frameworks to support marketing efforts, including laws impacting promotions, menu and advertising disclosures and use of intellectual property.
• Must be able to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to clearly make reasoned and concise recommendations; ability to cross think and determine who should be kept informed.
• Demonstrate good business judgment, a sense of urgency and high degree of professionalism.
• Ability to prioritize, organize and work efficiently and independently in a high-volume environment.
• Dependable and can be counted upon to meet deadlines and commitments.
• A pragmatic and risk-adjusted business sensibility; analytical and detail-oriented.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Office work involves remaining in a stationary position most of the time in front of a computer, using a keyboard, mouse and telephone. Regularly operate a computer and other office equipment. Occasionally move about the work site to access file cabinets, office equipment, etc. Exert up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force to move common office objects. Communicate and exchange information with co-workers and other individuals in person and electronically.
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This job posting is not intended to be exhaustive. Other related duties may be assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. At MOD, we believe in creating a world that works for and includes everyone. To request a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, job interview, and/or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact applicantADA@modpizza.com. MOD is a fair chance employer. Los Angeles County qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act

• Lead a team of four or five people including attorneys and administrative staff who provide counsel on labor and employment matters, licensing and litigation.
• Serve on MOD’s leadership team and collaborate with other leaders on projects as needed.
• Provide direct and specific legal support and counsel to the supply chain team on all initiatives and contractual requirements.
• Provide direct and specific legal support and counsel to the marketing team on day-to-day matters and assist with promotional reviews and related content.
• Support, advise on and advance intellectual property matters; maintain MOD’s IP portfolio.
• Responsible for negotiating and drafting a wide range of commercial, operational and technology agreements, including vendor contracts, insurance, software licensing, supply chain, professional services, content/data and creative services agreements.
• Support other day-to-day legal matters as they arise and attend to general corporate matters, as assigned, using outside counsel as needed and as budgets allow.
• Responsibly manage budgets and expenses for the legal team.
• Must have excellent communication skills and ensure that the executive team is kept appraised of the existence of pending matters and their status, as needed.