City, State:
Denver, Colorado
Title: Senior Corporate Counsel
Location: Denver, CO
FLSA: Exempt
Status: Full-time
Reports to: Chief Administrative Officer & General Counsel
Supervises: Legal Administrators
Pay Range: $
Job Summary: The Senior Corporate Counsel supports the Chief Administrative Officer & General Counsel in managing the company’s legal operations, with a focus on contract review, compliance oversight, risk management, litigation coordination, and day-to-day legal advisory work. This role works cross-functionally with internal departments and external counsel to help ensure Stonebridge’s legal interests are protected while supporting business objectives with practical, timely guidance.
Essential Functions and Duties:
1. Support the General Counsel in delivering legal services across the organization, serving as a resource for legal review, research, and operational input
2. Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of legal documents, including hotel management agreements, vendor agreements, service contracts, confidentiality agreements, and amendments
3. Coordinate with outside counsel on litigation matters, regulatory filings, and legal investigations, tracking progress and ensuring timely updates to the General Counsel
4. Conduct legal research on federal, state, and local regulatory matters affecting hotel operations, development, employment, and risk exposure
5. Assist in the oversight of contract management systems, legal templates, and internal tracking of key documents and deadlines
6. Support due diligence efforts, contract review, and development-related legal tasks as directed by the General Counsel
7. Partner with Risk Management, HR, and Operations teams to ensure compliance with internal policies, employment laws, and safety regulations
8. Monitor legal trends and industry developments relevant to hospitality, and summarize implications for internal stakeholders
9. Review and prepare legal responses to subpoenas, guest claims, and third-party information requests
10. Ensure legal records, files, and corporate documents are maintained accurately and confidentially
11. Support training initiatives related to legal risk awareness, policy interpretation, and contract compliance
Required Experience, Education, and Skills:
12. Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school; active license to practice law in good standing
13. Minimum of 7 years of legal experience, including in-house counsel or law firm work; hospitality, commercial real estate, or corporate transactions preferred
14. Prior experience supporting hotel ownership, operations, development, or management agreements is highly desirable
15. Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills, with attention to detail and practical application in a business setting
16. Experience supporting litigation, risk, and compliance matters in coordination with internal stakeholders and external counsel
17. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to summarize complex legal topics for non-legal audiences
18. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously under the direction of the General Counsel
19. High level of discretion, professionalism, and judgment when handling sensitive matters
20. Familiarity with regulatory requirements in employment, accessibility, licensing, and hospitality operations
21. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience using legal or contract management platforms
Work Environment:
22. This is a full-time, in-office role based at Stonebridge’s corporate headquarters.
23. Work is performed in a professional office setting with frequent use of computers, digital files, and legal documents
24. Must be able to sit for extended periods and manage detailed documentation with accuracy and focus
25. Occasional travel may be required to support legal matters at hotel properties or attend external meetings
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Equal Employment Opportunity: Stonebridge is committed to equal employment opportunities. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or medical condition. All aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, advancement, compensation, benefits, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination, will be conducted without discrimination. Reasonable accommodations will be made for disabled team members.
Resumes and applications for employment will be evaluated based on qualifications and the ability to meet the position's requirements.
All Stonebridge openings are projected to close within 30 days of the original posting date. This position will no longer be available 30 days from:
2026-02-18
Stonebridge offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k) matching, wellness support, life and disability coverage, savings accounts, tuition aid, and travel and lodging perks.