At P.F. Chang’s, we take PRIDE in creating a heart-filled, guest-led Pan-Asian dining experience while delivering meaningful value for our guests, Team Members, and shareholders. Our vision is to be the most admired Pan-Asian restaurant company in the world.
We are seeking an experienced Licensing Paralegal to join our Legal team at our Global Support Center in Scottsdale, Arizona.
What You’ll Do:
- Work across a broad, cross functional team of Operations, Marketing, Legal, and Finance Team Members to project manage all licensing activities and deliverables, including the submittal of licensing documents and associated schedules, milestones, etc.
- Timely respond to government notices and inquiries to resolve any compliance issues, obtain new licenses or permits, audit requests, or any other related matters.
- Report and document any incidents or violations of licensing and compliance regulations and take necessary action to resolve the issue.
- Stay informed of any changes in licensing and compliance regulations.
- Research, recommend and support the licensing team to implement updates to licensing document templates, best practices, policies and processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in licensing operations.
- Complete other legal tasks and special projects as assigned.
What You’ll Bring:
- A minimum of 4 years of experience processing licenses (including liquor licenses) and dealing with licensing matters
- Experience supporting multi‑unit, multi‑state restaurant or hospitality organizations strongly preferred.
- Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations and laws related to licensing and compliance, including experience with researching rules and regulations
- Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, in particular Word, Excel and Outlook, and a willingness to learn new software as business develops. Experience with Avalara is a plus.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
- Paralegal certificate preferred
Location:
This is primarily an office-based position located at the P.F. Chang’s Global Support Center in Scottsdale, Arizona 85255. Candidates must currently reside in the greater Phoenix area and live within a reasonable commuting distance of the office.
Bring Your PRIDE:
Our values guide how we work and lead:
Passion — We bring energy, heart, and purpose to every plate, and every guest, every time.
Respect — We treat our Team Members and guests as we want to be treated.
Innovation — We remain curious, aspirational, and forward-thinking.
Discipline — We hold ourselves accountable to high standards and consistently deliver on our commitments.
Excellence — We strive for perfection and aim higher in everything we do.
Benefits We Offer:
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision and 401(K) starting on the 1st of the month following the hire date.
- Paid Vacation and Sick Time: 20 days per calendar year for full-time Global Support Center team members, prorated for new hires.
- Paid Holidays: 12 company-selected holidays plus 2 floating holidays per year.
- Competitive Pay & Performance Incentives: Annual bonuses based on Company performance.
- Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement for job related programs.
- Lucky Cat Meal Card: Preloaded meal card for use at any corporate-owned P.F. Chang’s location.
- Exclusive Discounts: Access exclusive employee discounts.
- Supportive Community: Financial assistance through the Lucky Cat Fund during hardships for qualifying team members.
Why work for us?
Because it’s more than a job. We take PRIDE in creating a heart-filled, guest-led Pan-Asian dining experience, fueled by passion for our craft, respect for our people, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
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