CORPORATE COUNSEL

Scottsdale’s one-of-a-kind entertainment destination that features eight marquee attractions – OdySea Aquarium, Butterfly Wonderland, UFO Experience, Ripley’s Believe It or Not!, Laser + Mirror Maze, Museum of Illusions, Pangaea Land of the Dinosaurs and Cyber Quest – in addition to multiple dining, shopping, and amusement venues. The outdoor courtyard regularly hosts a variety of free events and family entertainment throughout the year.

OUR VISION: Inspire wonder that exists beyond the desert.

OUR MISSION: Invite curiosity through immersive experiences.

POSITION SUMMARY: 

As Corporate Counsel, you will work on-site as a member of Arizona Boardwalk providing general corporate and commercial legal services to assist in achieving business goals while minimizing undue risk. Work involves a wide variety of areas including advice on general business matters to contract negotiation, leasing activities, real estate development, and business development. 

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO): 

• Act as lead counsel on specific real estate transactions
• Contract negotiations
• Leasing activities
• Real estate development
• Attractions business development 
• Work closely with business partners and become an integral part of various project teams.
• Lead real property acquisitions, development & disposition transactions.
• Lead review and negotiation of lender-related documents
• Negotiate partnerships.
• Property management and development management agreements 
• Prepare or review a variety of corporate and organizational documents.
• Provide support through the review and negotiation of vendor and other services contracts broker listing agreements, non-disclosure agreements, etc.
• Liaison with outside parties including counsel.

QUALIFIED EXPERIENCE:

• Outstanding written and oral communication skills
• Strong collaboration skills
• Excellent judgment
• High integrity
• In-house counsel experience is a plus. 
• A proven track record demonstrating the ability to independently make decisions regarding complex legal and corporate issues.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Juris Doctor and membership in a state bar must be active and in good standing.
• Minimum of 5- 10 years of legal experience, with a strong preference for several years of experience as a business lawyer in an in-house legal department.
• MBA degree preferred.
• Substantive transactional experience and understanding of contract and legal principles, strategies, and technology; strong legal advisory skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, be a self-starter, and be proactive in the development and resolution of legal solutions for business issues.
• Accuracy and attention to detail in analyses and communications.
• Ability to speak and write clearly and concisely, summarize complex legal issues and risks, and craft effective business communications that emphasize key points.

PHYSICAL AND MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Allergies related to animals or plants, which might interfere with the ability to work, must be controlled by medications or protective equipment.
• Ability to push/pull up to 50 pounds.
• Must be willing to work a minimum of 40 hours per week, which may include weekends and holidays.
• Ability to stand for long periods, as well as walk.
• Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb stairs, or crawl.
• Required to frequently talk and hear.
• No impairment of sight, smell, hearing, touch, balance, and agility of movement which might interfere with the ability to work.
• Specific vision requirements for this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.
• Must be able to take directional cues directly or indirectly.
• Ability to work in an environment that may be loud at times.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions, including occasional extreme hot or cold, and wet and/or humid conditions.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Must exemplify the core fundamentals of the Team Member Promise, which states:

• I am empowered to take ownership of any opportunity to exceed expectations.  
• I anticipate guest needs and pay attention to the details. 
• I treat all internal and external customers with respect.  
• I am on stage! (Smile)  
• I have an attitude of gratitude.  
• I get it right the first time. 
• I display actions that are moral and ethical. 
• I always provide alternative solutions.  
• I am committed to learning every aspect of our product and services.  
• I use the 10/5 rule, at 10 feet I acknowledge my guest’s presence with a smile, and at 5 feet. I greet them with courteous words.                   
• I use name recognition at every opportunity.  
• I take personal responsibility for our surroundings.  
• I am accountable for my tools and resources.  
• I value the contribution of every team member. 

We believe a culture built on inclusion and diversity becomes the driving force for our success. We believe our team members bring varied thoughts and ideas from their personal life experiences and cultural backgrounds, making us innovative and forward-thinking.