Corporate Lawyer (Corporate Counsel)
Company
Herschend is the largest family-held themed attractions company, with more than 40 leading attractions and immersive experiences that reach audiences worldwide. While each brand offers something unique, all are united by a shared purpose: Bringing Families Closer Together by Creating Memories Worth Repeating®. Our passionate hosts make this purpose possible through everyday acts of love and service—what we call Heartspitality—the intersection of heart and hospitality.
Job Summary
We are seeking a versatile and strategic Corporate Lawyer to join our legal team. In this role, you will provide comprehensive legal support on a diverse range of business matters, including contract management, protecting the legal interests of our organization, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. You will act as a key legal advisor to various departments, ensuring that our business operations align with current laws while minimizing legal risk and supporting strategic growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Contract Management : Draft, review, and negotiate a high volume of commercial agreements, including vendor services, employment contracts, non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), and licensing.
- Regulatory Compliance : Monitor and ensure compliance with federal, state, and industry-specific regulations (e.g., data privacy or labor laws).
- Transactional Support : Assist with mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and financing rounds, including conducting due diligence and preparing closing documents.
- Risk Mitigation : Identify potential legal liabilities in new projects or business deals and develop proactive strategies to protect the company’s interests.
- Internal Policy Compliance : Overseeing internal policies and ensuring they adhere to legal guidelines.
- Internal Advisory : Provide training and clear legal guidance to executive leadership and staff on legal issues affecting their respective departments.
- Strategic Legal Analysis : Developing and implementing legal strategies to protect the company's interests.
- Continuing Education : Stay up to date on changes in laws and regulations that may impact the company.
Required Qualifications
- Education : Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
- Licensing : Active member in good standing with the State Bar in the relevant jurisdiction.
- Experience : Minimum of 4–5 years of experience in corporate law, preferably with a mix of law firm and in-house experience.
- Knowledge : Strong understanding of business law, contract principles, and corporate structure.
Essential Skills
- Negotiation : Proven ability to advocate for business interests while finding practical solutions to close deals.
- Analytical Reasoning : Skilled at interpreting complex legal statutes and translating them into actionable business advice.
- Communication : Exceptional written and verbal skills for drafting precise documents and presenting to stakeholders.
- Attention to Detail : Meticulous approach to reviewing contracts and maintaining corporate records.
- Project Management : Ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong ethical standards and professional integrity
Compensation & Work Environment
- Benefits : Standard benefits package, including health insurance, 401(k) matching, and Professional Development/CLE reimbursement.
- Work Arrangement : In-person but opportunity to work from home some days each week.