Legal Operations Manager

USHG Home Office
853 Broadway
17th Fl
New York, NY 10003, USA

Union Square Hospitality Group (USHG) has created some of New York’s most beloved restaurants, cafes, and bars, which offer outstanding food delivered with our signature warmth and hospitality. Founded by Danny Meyer with the opening of Union Square Cafe in 1985, the company now extends beyond the walls of its eateries.

USHG has long supported its communities through hunger relief and civic organizations. USHG holds 28 James Beard Awards and numerous accolades for its distinctive style of hospitality.

Who you are:

The Legal Operations Manager is a key member of USHG's Legal Team, working directly with our restaurants, business leaders, and consulting business to ensure legal and compliance matters are handled professionally and efficiently. This role supports the Legal Team across a wide range of matters, including employment, intellectual property, real estate, corporate governance, litigation, commercial contracts, and more.

What you’ll do:

• Consistently deliver a culture of Enlightened Hospitality
• Gather information related to disputes and find practical solutions that work for everyone involved. Partner with outside counsel to support litigation when it comes up
• Maintain legal trackers spanning corporate governance, liquor licenses, contracts, and more
• Update business leaders regarding changes in the legal and regulatory landscape affecting our businesses, proposing business changes that address new requirements when warranted
• Coordinate, schedule, and participate in internal and external meetings
• Analyze legal and insurance claim trends and implement risk control measures accordingly
• Support our contract function. Facilitate information flow in contract negotiations. Draft demand letters and termination notices. Manage the Legal Team's digital databases ensuring that contracts and other documents are appropriately categorized and filed
• Work with our Legal Team to ensure that our businesses are appropriately formed and qualified to conduct business in accordance with applicable laws. Prepare materials relating to corporate governance, including amendments to operating agreements, DBA certificates, and more
• Obtain and maintain permits, licenses, and registrations (including liquor licenses)
• Partner with the Tech Team to leverage AI and other tools to streamline workflows and keep the Legal Team organized
• Manage legal billing and generate spend reports to keep our team on budget
• Take on additional responsibilities and perform other duties as needed to support business objectives and operational success

What we need from you:

• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and verbal and written communication skills
• Sound, pragmatic judgment and strategic thinking
• Ability to self-start, handle a fast-paced environment, and take ownership over work streams
• Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive information with discretion
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
• 2+ years of experience in a legal assistant, paralegal, or project management role is a plus.

What you’ll get from us:

At Union Square Hospitality Group, we believe our people are our greatest ingredient. Joining our team means becoming part of a culture rooted in care, creativity, and growth. As a Legal Operations Manager, you’ll enjoy:

• Competitive pay and bonus potential:
  Annual compensation of $70,000 - $85,000 plus eligibility for a performance-based bonus, with consideration for your experience and impact
• Comprehensive health coverage:
  
  Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus flexible spending options for healthcare and dependent care
• Time to recharge:
  Generous paid time off and paid parental leave to support life outside of work
• Investing in your future: A matched 401(k)…