At Casey’s, we work hard to be the best and have a good time doing it.  We stay true to our roots and put service first, building a better future for ourselves and our business.  We strive to treat people the way they want to be treated, and we take pride in caring for our guests, our communities and each other.

Your Role

This director-level position will be the lead attorney and primary legal contact supporting the commercial contracting functions (other than real estate, construction and M&A contracts) across the Casey’s enterprise.  In this role, you will be a highly visible, impactful member of the Legal Team and will serve as a strategic partner and adviser throughout the company.

What You’ll Do

• Build trusted strategic relationships throughout all levels, teams and functions across Casey’s.
• Draft, review, negotiate and provide legal support for a wide variety of commercial contracts, including for technology (hardware and software), food, groceries and general merchandise, age-restricted products, consumer packaged goods, distribution activities, digital and traditional marketing/advertising, consulting and professional services, etc.
• Identify, develop and implement best practices and improvements to the contracting process, contract management strategy and workflows, including creating and revising standard contract terms and templates, contract review processes and guidelines, etc.
• Proactively engage and work collaboratively with internal stakeholders to develop appropriate contract-related risk tolerances and to advise them on contract terms and obligations, interpretations, commercial implications, business risks and related regulatory requirements.
• Work closely with internal legal and other team members for the development and inclusion of specialized contract provisions (i.e., insurance, food safety, data security, supplier guidelines, etc.).
• Manage all third-party contract support, including temps and outside counsel, as necessary.
• Provide general legal support and guidance to the Procurement Team and assist them in the evaluation and development of a formal contract management platform.
• Support contract-related M&A due diligence activities.

What You Can Expect When You Join the Casey’s Team

• Competitive base pay, including eligibility to participate in Casey’s annual cash incentive plan (STIP) and long-term equity-based incentive plan (LTIP), which are based on Casey’s performance.
• Competitive benefits package, including choices in medical, dental, vision and life insurance plans, 401k with company match up to 6%, generous vacation and sick time, paid holidays, paid parental leave, volunteer time, charitable giving programs, onsite cafeteria, onside child development center, and more!
• The position will be primarily based out of the Casey’s Store Support Center in Ankeny, Iowa (Des Moines metro area). Relocation assistance will be provided.
• The right balance between work and life, dress for your day dress code (jeans are welcomed!), and flexibility for a hybrid work model.
• The opportunity to work for a big company that has not lost its small company feel. Our senior leadership team is engaged, involved and accessible!
• Only limited and occasional travel required.

Requirements

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school and membership in good standing in at least one US jurisdiction.
• Minimum 7 years of commercial, contracts and/or general business experience, with significant drafting and negotiation experience. In-house experience preferred, but not required. 
• Ability to work independently, take ownership, and seek advice when necessary, all with a practical, cooperative, low-ego approach and can-do attitude.
• Experience establishing relationships across multiple business units and/or teams and weighing business needs with legal and commercial risks.
• Strong presentation and communication skills along with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the company.
• Willingness and patience to learn all areas of the business, new subject matters, etc.

About Casey's

Casey’s (Nasdaq: CASY) is a Fortune 500 Company headquartered in Ankeny, Iowa (Des Moines metro area). Over the years, Casey's has grown to become the third-largest convenience store retailer, and fifth-largest pizza chain in the United Sates, with 2,500 stores and 44,000 team members across 16 Midwestern states. Casey's offers self-service fuel, a wide selection of grocery items and an array of freshly prepared food items. Among the most popular of Casey's prepared foods are its made-from-scratch pizzas, donuts, subs, and sandwiches. Casey's operates from three company distribution centers, enabling an approximate delivery of 90% of in-store products as well as 55% of fuel. The first store opened in 1968 in Boone, Iowa. In the years following, Casey's found success by opening stores in other small towns across Iowa. Approximately 50% of Casey's stores are still found in areas with populations of 5,000 or less. In contrast, roughly 25% of Casey's are now located in areas with populations of 20,000 or more. Casey's has a strong balance sheet and owns nearly all of its assets, which allows the company to consistently take advantage of growth opportunities.

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