Join Our Team at MasterCorp, Inc.!
At MasterCorp, Inc., we provide exceptional service and innovative solutions in the hospitality industry. As a leader in our field, we believe in the power of teamwork, integrity, and a commitment to excellence. Our dynamic and inclusive workplace fosters growth, creativity, and the opportunity to make an impact. We are looking for passionate and driven individuals to join our team and help us continue to deliver outstanding results for our clients.

The General Counsel serves as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to the Executive Director, President and executive leadership team. This hands-on role leads a small legal team and provides pragmatic, business-oriented counsel on a wide range of legal, compliance, and risk management matters. The GC actively participates in strategic planning and decision-making, ensuring legal considerations align with business objectives and growth strategies.

Responsibilities include corporate governance, compliance, commercial transactions, employment law, litigation, and day-to-day contracting. The GC will also support business development initiatives and interact with the Board and ownership on strategic matters. This role is based in Orlando, FL.

OUR VALUES

Every Associate must demonstrate our values of: 

• INTEGRITY – We never compromise on our word.  We act with transparency – we are a trusted partner. 

• PRIDE – We are proud of our people, and they are proud to work for MasterCorp. 

• QUALITY – We do things the right way and strive to continuously improve.

• DEPENDABILITY – We keep our promises.  We are accountable for our actions.  We meet or beat our deadlines – you can count on us. 

• RESPECT – We value and appreciate every member of our team.  We treat each other as we wish to be treated ourselves.

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

• Strategic Mindset – Sees ahead to future possibilities and translates them into breakthrough strategies.
• Ensures Accountability – Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Attracts Top Talent – Attracts and selects the best talent to meet current and future business needs.
• Drives Vision and Purpose – Paints a compelling picture of the vision and strategy that motivates others to action.
• Cultivates Innovation – Creates new and better ways for the organization to be successful.
• Customer Focus – Builds strong customer relationships and delivers customer-centric solutions.
• Drives Results – Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Leadership & Governance

• Serve as a strategic advisor to the President, executive team, and executive director on legal, compliance, and risk-related matters.
• Provide advice and counsel to the Board of Directors and President on corporate governance matters.
• Manage, mentor, and develop a small legal team, fostering a culture of collaboration and growth.

Legal & Compliance

• Proactively identify legal and compliance risks and develop pragmatic, risk-based mitigation strategies.
• Lead compliance programs and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements across the organization.
• Negotiate, draft, and review complex commercial contracts; support critical business negotiations.
• Provide guidance on litigation, employment law, licensing, and other operational legal issues.

Strategic Support

• Partner with cross-functional leaders to enable strategic initiatives and business development efforts.
• Support future growth strategies with sound legal counsel and risk management.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

• J.D. from an accredited, competitive law school.
• Minimum 15 years of combined major law firm and in-house experience; hospitality industry experience strongly preferred.
• Strong background in litigation, commercial contracting, employment law, and licensing.
• High-level understanding of financial, business, and strategic considerations.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a hands-on, pragmatic approach.
• Proven track record of developing creative, practical solutions to complex issues.
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills.
• Growth mindset and commitment to developing talent.
• Alignment with MasterCorp’s core values and entrepreneurial culture.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• Occasionally – on average 10% of travel on a monthly basis  

The General Counsel role is not limited to the above-mentioned job description and may be requested to do additional tasks as directed by MasterCorp Management.

MasterCorp Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, genetics or protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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Thank you for considering a career with MasterCorp, Inc. We look forward to reviewing your application.