Corporate Transactional and Compliance Attorney
Sun Holdings Corporate See More Job Openings by This Employer
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Sun Holdings is one of the largest franchise organizations in the U.S., proudly supporting over 1,300 restaurant locations across 31 states. We provide franchise management services to some of America's most beloved brands, including Applebee’s, Arby's, Bar Louie, Burger King, Cantina Laredo, Freebirds, Golden Corral, IHOP, McAlister’s, Papa John’s, Popeye’s, Taco Bueno, and Uncle Julio’s. Join our team of hands-on problem-solvers!
Job Summary:
Sun Holdings is seeking an experienced Corporate Transactional and Compliance Attorney to join our in-house legal team. This role will support a broad range of corporate, compliance, and transactional matters for our multi-brand restaurant portfolio. Reporting to senior legal leadership, the attorney will provide counsel on contracts, acquisitions, governance, and regulatory issues, while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws. The ideal candidate will bring 5–12 years of legal experience with a strong foundation in corporate transactions and compliance and the ability to operate with sound judgment in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
Sun Holdings is seeking an experienced Corporate Transactional and Compliance Attorney to join our in-house legal team. This role will support a broad range of corporate, compliance, and transactional matters for our multi-brand restaurant portfolio. Reporting to senior legal leadership, the attorney will provide counsel on contracts, acquisitions, governance, and regulatory issues, while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws. The ideal candidate will bring 5–12 years of legal experience with a strong foundation in corporate transactions and compliance and the ability to operate with sound judgment in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
What You’ll Get (Benefits):
- Competitive Pay (plus contingent bonus) – Your talent and hard work won’t go unnoticed.
- Health & Wellness Coverage – HSA, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance plans to keep you and your family feeling your best.
- 401(k) Match – Helping you invest in your future (and putting more back in your wallet).
- Generous Time Off – Up to 16 paid vacation and sick days, plus 7 company holidays to recharge and reset.
- Free lunch while at work – Pick your favorite from 5 nearby brand locations, plus discounts with some of our brands—we’ve got lunch covered.
- Daily Pay Option – Access your earnings before payday with our Earned Wage app.
- Career Growth – We’re growing fast, and we love to promote from within.
- And more good stuff – Because working with us should feel rewarding every day.
What You’ll Do (Responsibilities):
As a Corporate Transactional and Compliance Attorney, you will oversee and advise on a wide range of legal matters impacting corporate operations. This includes drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts; managing compliance programs and policies; and providing guidance on governance, risk management, and regulatory issues. You will support mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions, ensuring due diligence, document preparation, and execution align with business objectives and legal requirements. This role also involves partnering with business leaders across departments—including finance, HR, real estate, and operations—to deliver practical legal solutions while protecting the company’s interests.
What You’ll Bring (Requirements):
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited American law school.
- Active bar license in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction (Texas preferred).
- Minimum of 5 years practicing law, with 5–12 years of total legal experience strongly preferred.
- Background in corporate law, transactional work, and compliance.
- Experience drafting and negotiating contracts, and advising on regulatory or compliance issues.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with internal stakeholders and external counsel.
- High level of professionalism, integrity, and commitment to confidentiality.
Ready to get started? Apply today and join a team that’s making a big impact—one location at a time.
At Sun Holdings, we’re committed to providing a safe, efficient, and supportive environment—for our team and the guests we serve. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Curious about who we are? Check us out at www.sunholdings.net.
Compensation: $120,000.00 - $148,000.00 per year
Sun Holdings was founded in 1997 by Guillermo Perales, funded by an SBA loan, and provides world-class management services to the franchise ownership teams of some of America’s most popular restaurants. Brands serviced include over 1,200 Applebee’s, Arby's, Burger King, Golden Corral, IHOP, McAlister’s, Papa John’s, Popeye’s, Taco Bueno and Uncle Julio's locations in over 30 states. The collective portfolio of brands makes up one of the largest franchisee organizations in the U.S.
Mission
Mission
Our mission is to create great locations and facilities, so each unit operates at maximum potential. Our goal is to satisfy our customers' demands and exceed expectations for the products and services each brand offers. As we continue to expand, we want to hire dedicated staff and run a proficient business.
Vision
Vision
To be the nation’s leading retail and restaurant management-services company in total sales, operational metrics, customer satisfaction, and unit-level economics.
- $120,000 - $148,000/year
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