The Corporate Counsel – Real Estate & Franchise provides legal advice across all aspects of the Company’s franchise program and its real estate, development, and construction activities
Job Summary
The Corporate Counsel – Real Estate & Franchise provides legal advice across all aspects of the Company’s franchise program and its real estate, development, and construction activities.
This role partners closely with the development team to negotiate and draft a wide range of commercial real estate agreements while supporting timely and efficient execution of growth initiatives.
Caribou Coffee fosters a positive team culture that encourages collaboration, accountability, and adherence to core values, leading by example in professionalism and integrity.
Matching Summary
The Corporate Counsel – Real Estate & Franchise provides legal advice across all aspects of the Company’s franchise program and its real estate, development, and construction activities.
Salary
Base: $108,678.00 - $181,130.00 per year; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
retail leasing legal expertise
franchise agreement negotiation
real estate portfolio management
legal compliance and risk management
contract drafting and negotiation
team leadership and mentoring
Nice-to-have
in-house legal experience
franchise law knowledge
legal research proficiency
change management skills
collaborative and inclusive work environment
Key Requirements
J.D. from accredited law school
Admitted to Minnesota Bar or eligible
3-7 years relevant legal experience
Experience with retail leasing or development
Work Rights
Admitted to Minnesota Bar or eligible for admission