Senior Corporate Counsel

Delaware North Companies Inc

Buffalo, NY

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$121,700–$164,300 Per Year
SKILLS
Attorney, Business Development, Casinos, Dental Insurance, Due Diligence, Establish Priorities, Finance, Gaming, Interpersonal Skills, Legal, Litigation, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Product Family, Negotiation Skills, Onboarding, PC (Personal Computer) Systems, Problem Solving Skills, Research Skills, Restaurant, Retail Operations, Risk Management, Sales, Sports, Strategic Planning, Vision Plan
LOCATION
Buffalo, NY
POSTED
4 days ago

The opportunity

Delaware North is hiring a full time Senior Corporate Counsel to join the team at our global headquarters in Buffalo, NY. As Senior Corporate Counsel, you will be responsible for supporting senior attorneys in the Delaware North legal department.

If you want to join a team that prioritizes collaboration and efficiency, apply today.

Pay

Minimum - Anticipated Maximum Base Salary: $121,700 - $164,300 / year

In addition to base salary, we offer an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based, uncapped sales incentive plan. The advertised pay range represents what we believe at the time of this job posting, that we would be willing to pay for this position. Only in special circumstances, where a candidate has education, training, or experience that far exceeds the requirements for the position, would we consider paying higher than the stated range. Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/benefits/.

What we offer

At Delaware North, we care about our team members' personal and professional journeys. These are just some of the benefits we offer:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with up to 4% company match
  • Annual performance bonus based on level, as well as individual, company, and location performance
  • Paid vacation days and holidays
  • Paid parental bonding leave
  • Tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement
  • Generous friends-and-family discounts at many of our hotels and resorts

What will you do?

  • Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of commercial contracts of varying complexities
  • Conduct research on multiple topics for a diverse set of businesses
  • Assist unit management, functional management, and subject matter experts by providing legal advice and service regarding contracts, business initiatives, risk management, and compliance.
  • Spot issues and risks, and develop strategies to add value while mitigating risk
  • Coordinate with outside counsel to manage commercial litigation and assist with pre-litigation dispute resolution
  • Provide support to the business development team regarding legal issues, due diligence, and onboarding
  • Collaborate with legal and business team members to assure high-quality work product

More about you

  • Law degree from an accredited law school; admission to the New York Bar preferred
  • Corporate commercial contracts expertise
  • Minimum of 5 years of legal experience as in-house counsel or in a large law firm environment
  • Creative problem-solving and strong interpersonal skills
  • Excellent understanding of basic business and personal computing technology
  • Proficiency with all Microsoft Office Suite products
  • Additional experience in business or finance preferred

Who we are

Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you're not just part of a team - you're part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.

Who says you can't love where you work? With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places. And whether you're interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we're invested in helping you achieve your career goals.

Together, we're shaping the future of hospitality - come grow with us!

Delaware North, along with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, showcasing job opportunities and considering applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.

About the Company

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Delaware North Companies Inc

Delaware North is one of the largest and most admired, privately-held hospitality companies in the world. Founded and owned by the Jacobs family for nearly 100 years, it is a global leader in hospitality and food service with operations in the sports, travel hospitality, restaurants and catering, parks, resorts, gaming and specialty retail industries. Its portfolio includes high-profile venues ranging from sports stadiums, entertainment complexes, national parks, restaurants, airports, and some of the top regional casinos in the country. The company also owns a selection of award-winning destination resorts, as well as a series of premium restaurants and catering services that are leaders in the industry. Delaware North has annual revenue exceeding $3 billion with 60,000 employee associates serving half a billion guests in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, and Asia.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Hotels and Lodging
FOUNDED
1915
WEBSITE
https://www.delawarenorth.com/