Franchise Paralegal

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.   

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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 paralegal as a domestic franchise paralegal. This role is based in our Irvine, California Restaurant Support Center.  This position provides business-focused legal support in the area of franchising and will provide support in the areas of transactions, preparation of our Franchise Disclosure Document, and policy and compliance matters. This position works closely with our franchising, development, finance, accounting, operations, technology, and other functions at the RSC to advise on and support myriad issues relating to franchise relations and other regulatory and policy matters relating to franchising.

The Day-to-Day:

• Provide legal support for day-to-day domestic franchise matters including purchase and sale agreements, restructures, early closures, defaults and other brand standard matters
• Preparation and maintenance of our Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD); assistance in drafting and updating in compliance with federal and state regulations
• Partner with franchisees and internal business clients on a wide range of legal issues and policy matters to ensure the achievement of business objectives while minimizing legal risks
• Prepare, negotiate, review and finalize franchise and related agreements for execution by franchisees and licensees in a timely and accurate manner
• Draft and assist in negotiations of development agreements to support Taco Bell’s domestic expansion
• Act as a liaison to departments within the corporation including finance, development, technology, accounting and operations

Is This You?

• Minimum of 3 years of legal experience; relevant in-house and transactional experience strongly preferred 
• Bachelor’s Degree required
• Completion of a paralegal program with a Paralegal Certificate or Degree in Paralegal Studies required
• Understanding of commercial contracts, franchising, corporate documents, and corporate entity formation and estate planning, preferred
• Experience in restaurant or retail industries a plus
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, with all levels of the organization including management, peers, and clients 

Work-Hard, Play-Hard:

• Hybrid work schedule 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: $87,100 - $105,000 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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Employment eligibility to work with Taco Bell in the U.S. is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for this position.

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