Attorney, Franchising and Development

Who is Taco Bell?

Taco Bell was born and raised in California and has been around since 1962. We went from selling everyone’s favorite Crunchy Tacos on the West Coast to a global brand with 8,200+ restaurants, 350 franchise organizations, that serve 42+ million fans each week around the globe. We’re not only the largest Mexican-inspired quick service brand (QSR) in the world, we’re also part of the biggest restaurant group in the world: Yum! Brands. 

Much of our fan love and authentic connection with our communities are rooted in being rebels with a cause. From ensuring we use high quality, sustainable ingredients to elevating restaurant technology in ways that hasn’t been done before… we will continue to be inclusive, bold, challenge the status quo and push industry boundaries.   

We’re a company that celebrates and advocates for different, has bold self-expression, strives for a better future, and brings the fun while we’re at it. We fuel our culture with real people who bring unique experiences. We inspire and enable our teams and the world to Live Más.

At Taco Bell, we’re Cultural Rebels. Want to join in on the passion-fueled fun? Learn more about the career below. 

About the Job:

Taco Bell is looking to hire an experienced attorney as Sr. Manager, Franchising & Development (US). This position is accountable for providing strategic, business-focused legal support for the US business in franchising as well as company development issues.  This involves working closely and cross-functionally with franchising, development, operations, finance, and other functions within the organization to advise on and resolve issues relating to franchising.  This includes developing, drafting, and assisting in enforcement policies, reviewing and managing franchise-related transfers, including company and franchise (M&A) transfers, as well negotiation, drafting, and reviewing franchise documents.  This also requires overseeing a team of paralegals responsible for legal franchise-related work in the US.

The Day-to-Day:

• Providing advice and counsel on franchise matters, including franchise policy disputes, revising and updating franchise policies, addressing brand standards and operations concerns with franchisees, as well as financial issues with franchisees (including new investors), development-related issues, and company-franchisee relations.  
• Drafting and negotiating agreements and deals with franchisees, including for M&A transfers, exercise of company right of first refusal, development agreements, franchise agreements, and relationship agreements.
• Overseeing and managing process for review of franchise to franchise transfers, as well as franchise restructures to ensure compliance with company brand standards.  In addition, advising on changes to process and implementing changes in process as necessary.
• Hiring and managing outside counsel for franchise issues and disclosure-related issues.
• Managing company risk related to franchising and franchisee-related events, including review of materials for compliance and advising in crisis situations.
• Other tasks as assigned by Sr. Director, Global Franchise and also the Global Chief Legal Officer.

Is This You?

• Juris Doctorate degree or equivalent required
• Minimum of 6 years of legal experience, either in complex transactions, general litigation, or franchising. Experience in restaurant industries preferred.
  • At least 2 years in a leadership or management position
• Licensed member in good standing of the CA State Bar
• Experience providing practical business-savvy and commercial advice.

Work-Hard, Play-Hard:

• Hybrid work schedule (onsite expectation Tues, Wed, Thurs) and year-round flex day Friday
• Onsite childcare through Bright Horizons 
• Onsite dining center and game room (yes, there is a Taco Bell inside the building) 
• Onsite dry cleaning, laundry services, carwash, 
• Onsite gym with fitness classes and personal trainer sessions 
• Up to 4 weeks of vacation per year plus holidays and time off for volunteering 
• Generous parental leave for all new parents and adoption assistance program 
• 401(k) with a 6% matching contribution from Yum! Brands with immediate vesting 
• Comprehensive medical & dental including prescription drug benefits and 100% preventive care
• Discounts, free food, swag and… honestly, too many good benefits to name 

Salary Range: ­­$165,000 to $180,000 annually + bonus eligibility + benefits

The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we'll consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors.

At Taco Bell, we Live Más and invite you to do the same. Take a seat at our table. Bring your voice. Bring you, just as you are, a Cultural Rebel. We want you to be your best self! 

Taco Bell is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to equity, inclusion, and belonging for all dimensions of diversity.  We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other protected characteristic.

Taco Bell is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities or special needs.  

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