About this role
The Corporate Counsel, Yum Strategy and Automation provides legal counsel and strategic support for complex commercial transactions, technology and innovation initiatives, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), refranchising transactions, and global strategic partnerships across Yum! Brands and its operating subsidiaries. This role partners closely with the Yum! Strategy team, including Automation, M&A, and Global Partnerships, to structure, negotiate, and execute agreements that enable business growth and innovation. Working alongside senior Legal leaders and cross-functional stakeholders across Strategy, Finance, Operations, and Technology, the Corporate Counsel will navigate legal and commercial complexities, mitigate risk, and deliver practical, business-oriented solutions that advance Yum!’s global priorities.
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Active membership in the Texas State Bar or another U.S. State Bar.
- 3+ years of legal experience within a law firm or in-house legal department, with experience advising on corporate and commercial transactions.
- Strong knowledge of corporate and contract law, including experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements.
- Experience working with business stakeholders across multiple functions and organizational levels.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple transactions, competing priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced business environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience advising on technology, SaaS, intellectual property licensing, or other technology-related commercial transactions.
- Experience supporting mergers and acquisitions, refranchising, or other corporate transactions.
- Familiarity with real estate due diligence, including title, lease, and environmental reviews.
- Experience supporting strategic partnerships, particularly within global, consumer-facing, restaurant, or technology-enabled businesses.
- Experience working within a large, complex, or multinational organization.
Salary Range: $125,000 to $147,200 annually + bonus eligibility. This is the expected salary range for this position. Ultimately, in determining pay, we'll consider the successful candidate’s location, experience, and other job-related factors.