WHO WE ARE
We’re not in the wing business. We’re in the flavor business. It’s been our mission to Serve the World Flavor since we first opened in 1994, and we’re just getting started. 1997 saw the opening of our first brand partner operated Wingstop location, and by 2002 we had served the world one billion wings. It’s flavor that defines us and has made Wingstop one of the fastest growing brands in the restaurant industry.
Above all else – our success is largely due to our people and our core values, or what we call The Wingstop Way of being entrepreneurial, service-minded, fun, and authentic. We believe having a strong people foundation centered on these collective values creates a crave-worthy culture and talented team, as well as ensures our brand is poised for accelerated growth. We all win together.
WHAT WE’LL NEED
We are looking for a new Corporate Counsel with demonstrated experience working on public company and general corporate and transactional legal matters, including with respect to technology, franchising initiatives and supply chain needs.
Ensuring legal compliance in areas like federal securities law and domestic/international commercial relationships will be at the forefront of this position. This is a highly visible role.
In this role, you will:
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements that support a variety of areas including real estate, construction, M&A, technology, domestic supply chain, enterprise solutions, and franchise compliance.
Draft and negotiate commercial retail leases, tenant estoppels, SNDAs and other related agreements.
Draft and review franchise-related agreements, vendor/supplier contracts, confidentiality agreements, consulting agreements, master service agreements, manufacturing agreements, licensing agreements, order forms, NDAs, and letters of intent.
Ensure legal compliance in areas like domestic commercial relationships, and international/federal/state data privacy laws.
Collaborate with other members of the legal team on a variety of strategic initiatives, as well as SMEs concerning issues of privacy and information security.
Assist with franchising initiatives.
Contribute to the legal team by identifying and implementing improvements in processes and templates that drive growth within the company.
Respond promptly to internal team requests, communicating legal risk in a way that balances risks with business objectives.
Other duties and special projects as assigned. Other duties as assigned.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED
Juris Doctor (JD) from a nationally recognized law school and active membership in a state bar
5–8 years of legal experience in transactions, contracting, and general corporate matters, with progressive responsibility
Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively within a team environment
Strong interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to engage and collaborate with external partners and vendors
Commitment to excellence and continuous professional growth, with an interest in franchising and general commercial contracts
High emotional intelligence with experience advising on a broad range of corporate legal matters
Proven experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts and agreements
Excellent written, verbal, and analytical skills that support effective and productive working relationships
Demonstrated leadership, sound business judgment, and strategic thinking capabilities
- Ability to identify and mitigate risks, resolve complex issues, and deliver strong business outcomes
WHO YOU ARE
No job is too small. You recognize that the real work happens in the restaurants, and everything we do should support their success. You stay humble, roll up your sleeves, and always look for ways to help. You learn from others and contribute wherever you can.
You care deeply about doing great work and driving results. You’re curious, ask questions, and seek out opportunities to improve. You don’t just point out problems—you bring solutions, ideas, and perspectives that move the team forward.
You take full responsibility for your work and see things through to completion. You aren’t afraid to fail because you know that failure is a part of learning and growth. You take action, move fast, and keep pushing forward.
You lead with empathy, respect, and emotional intelligence. You collaborate effectively, fostering a culture of trust and constructive feedback. You understand the importance of teamwork and ensure that your actions build others up rather than break them down.
You push yourself and others to be better. You embrace healthy conflict, knowing that great ideas and strong teams emerge from honest, constructive conversations. You believe that leaders create leaders and are committed to fostering a culture of growth, challenge, and continuous improvement.
BENEFITS
FLAVOR PERKS:
Unlimited paid time off for exempt employees
One paid volunteer day of your choice
Competitive bonus structure for eligible roles
Team member stock purchase plan
Health savings or flexible spending account options
401k – (dollar for dollar on the first 3% and then 50 cents on the dollar for the next 2% for team member contributions up to 5% of eligible compensation)
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
Basic life and AD&D insurance provided
Pet insurance
Education Assistance
Wellness reimbursement program
Paid maternity and paternity leave
FUN IS THE BEST FLAVOR:
Lunch provided every Tuesday and Thursday in office
Discount on Wingstop gift cards
Onsite game room
Wingstop provides equal opportunities for everyone that works for us and everyone that applies to join our team, without regard to sex or gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, any service, past, present, or future, in the uniformed services of the United States (military or veteran status), or any other consideration protected by federal, state, or local law.
What We Do
Sure, we’re The Wing Experts, but it’s our flavor that defines us. You taste it in our 12 signature sauces, you see it through our bold TV commercials, and you feel it when you walk through our doors. It’s what we like to call a flavor experience, and since the opening of our first restaurant in 1994 in Garland, Texas, it’s been our mission to Serve the World Flavor. Fast forward over 30 years and we’ve done just that. With more than 3000 locations globally, we’ve established ourselves as one of the fastest growing restaurant brands in the industry. Our fresh wings satisfy your hunger in a way nothing else can, and we’d like to think our workplace is just as unique as our made-from-scratch ranch dressing. We’ve got the opportunity you’ve been craving whether you’re looking for something at our restaurant support center in Dallas, or in the field supporting our team members in-restaurant. For people who demand flavor in everything from their food to their career, Wingstop is the answer. We’re a brand that can’t be duplicated, with a momentum that can’t be slowed – let us show you what Team Wing is all about! Visit www.wingstop.com/careers for more information and follow our page to stay updated with all things Wingstop.
