Sr Manager, Legal Counsel
Company Description
Job Description
Company Description:
McDonald’s is proud to be one of the most recognized brands in the world, with restaurants in over 100 countries that serve 70 million customers daily. We continue to operate from a position of strength. Our updated growth strategy is focused on staying ahead of what our customers want and realizing further growth potential. Our relentless ambition is why McDonald’s remains one of the world’s leading corporations after almost 70 years. Joining McDonald's means thinking big and preparing for a career that can have influence around the world.
At McDonald’s, we see every day as a chance to create positive impact. We lead through our values centered on inclusivity, service, integrity, community and family. From support of Ronald McDonald House to our Youth Opportunity project and sustainability initiatives, our values keep us dedicated to using our scale for good: good for our customers, people, industry and planet. We also offer a broad range of outstanding benefits including a sabbatical program, tuition assistance and flexible work arrangements.
Department Overview
McDonald’s is seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative attorney to serve as Counsel, U.S. Strategic Initiatives, supporting legal analysis and execution across legislative, regulatory, and policy matters.
This role sits at the intersection of law, policy, and business strategy, with a primary focus on reviewing and analyzing legislation, regulatory language, and policy materials, particularly in emerging areas such as data regulation, algorithmic decision-making, and digital engagement frameworks.
Duties
- Monitor and provide analysis of legislation across multiple areas and jurisdictions, working collaboratively with internal legal teams and government relations, with heavy emphasis on state and local legislation.
- Create strong partnerships across legal teams on legislative and regulatory trends and developments, including convening conversations and sharing regular updates with legal subject matter experts.
- Collaborate closely with our Government Relations team to provide legislative analysis on critical business issues.
- Engage with trade associations, litigation centers and external partners to proactively track and shape the external environment and advance policy interests.
- Facilitate team organization and project management, including drafting and managing communications on legislative developments and maintaining a database of legislative and policy analysis and advocacy tools.
Qualifications
Preferred Experience
- Experience working with:
- Legislative bodies or government agencies
- Rulemaking or public comment processes
- Trade associations or coalitions
- Experience with public policy issues related to artificial intelligence, algorithmic accountability, or digital consumer engagement.
- Experience with nutrition, food policy or regulation is a plus.
Qualifications
- J.D. and active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
- 3–7 years of legal experience, preferably with exposure to:
- Legislative or regulatory work
- Government, law firm, or in-house policy-facing roles
- Strong analytical and writing skills, with the ability to translate complex legal concepts into practical guidance.
Compensation
Bonus Eligible: Yes
Long - Term Incentive: Yes
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Salary Range
The expected salary range for this role is $167,366.00 - $209,207.00 per year.
The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we may also consider your experience, and other job-related factors.
Additional Information:
Benefits eligible: This position offers health and welfare benefits, including but not limited to comprehensive health insurance, which includes medical, prescription drug, mental health, dental and vision coverage, as well as, life insurance.
Bonus eligible: This position is eligible for a bonus, calculated based on individual and company performance.
Long term Incentive eligible: This position is eligible for stock or other equity grants pursuant to McDonald’s long-term incentive plan.
McDonald’s is an equal opportunity employer committed to the diversity of our workforce. We promote an inclusive work environment that creates feel-good moments for everyone. McDonald’s provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities as part of the application or hiring process or to perform the essential functions of their job. If you need assistance accessing or reading this job posting or otherwise feel you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact mcdhrbenefits@us.mcd.com. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
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