Vice President, Senior Real Estate Counsel

Overview

Our secret to leading the way in hospitality? We put our people first! At Shake Shack, our mission is to Stand For Something Good in all that we do. From our teams to our neighborhoods, we are committed to always doing the right thing. As one of the fastest-growing hospitality brands, we craft unforgettable experiences for our guests and offer learning opportunities that enable impact on our business, restaurants, and communities. As a member of the ShackFam, you’ll have access to hands-on mentorship, training, and growth potential in a fun and inclusive environment. Join us and Be a Part of Something Good.

Job Summary

Shake Shack is looking for a seasoned transactional real estate attorney to support the company’s expanding restaurant portfolio.

The Ideal Candidate

• Has extensive hands-on experience preparing, negotiating, and analyzing a wide range of leases and related documents.
• Will support the Legal department in identifying, assessing and reducing the company’s legal, financial and business exposure, ensuring the company’s values and interests are protected and compliance with policies and applicable laws.

The position is eligible for annual public company equity grants.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate leases and all ancillary documents for ground and shopping center leases for restaurant locations in the US (including guaranties, memorandums of law, recognition agreements, waivers, site plans, work letters, estoppels, and SNDAs)
• Review superior documents, including declarations, REAs, master leases and existing exclusives
• Perform and oversee due diligence including review of title reports and environmental reports
• Manage and oversee lease work assigned to and performed by external counsel and other in-house team members
• Manage the resolution of litigation and compliance matters relating to the leases, including construction disputes, early termination agreements, and landlord-tenant disputes
• Provide counsel to the lease administration, development, and marketing teams
• Review and recommend technology that improves the review and administration of real estate documents
• Develop best practices and processes to ensure entry into high quality leases in a scaled manner
• Advise management on material risks associated with prospective leases or leased locations

Skills & Knowledge

• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Practical business acumen, driving pragmatic business-oriented solutions
• Collaborative, approachable and proactive team player
• Independent, accountable self-starter
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects
• Experience in a fast-paced, business-oriented environment with cross-functional teams
• Background in lease drafting and negotiation
• Ability to work on mission-critical projects under tight time constraints
• Ability to counsel, say no when warranted, and suggest workable alternatives
• Identify, explain and balance business and legal risks
• Organizing workflow and deadlines with priority and project management
• Detail-oriented, resourceful, adaptable, discreet and cost-conscious problem solver who can remain calm under pressure

Experience

• JD from an ABA-accredited U.S. law school
• 20+ years of relevant legal, business and leadership experience, including as a law firm attorney
• Strong breadth of legal knowledge and subject matter expertise in the above areas
• In-house experience preferred
• People management experience preferred

Benefits At Shake Shack

A work environment where you can come as you are, share ideas, have fun, and work collaboratively:

• Weekly Pay and Performance bonuses
• Shake Shack Meal Discounts
• Exclusive corporate discounts for travel, electronics, wellness, leisure activities and more
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance*
• Employer Paid Life and Disability Insurance*
• 401k Plan with Company Match*
• Paid Time Off*
• Paid Parental Leave*
• Access to Employee Assistance Program on Day 1
• Pre-Tax Commuter and Parking Benefits
• Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts*
• Development and Growth Opportunities
• Eligibility criteria applies

Pay Range - $255,793.75 - $342,606.25

How to Apply

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About Us

Beginning as a hot dog cart in New York City’s Madison Square Park, Shake Shack was created by Danny Meyer, Founder and CEO of Union Square Hospitality Group. Shack Fans lined up daily, making the cart a success and donating proceeds to park beautification efforts. We are committed to high quality food served with hospitality and a positive work environment that stands for Something Good.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Shake Shack is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected characteristics, including race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status.

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