Mountain Resorts Counsel

Our mission is to create the Experience of a Lifetime for our employees, so they can, in turn, create the Experience of a Lifetime for our guests. We own and operate the most renowned destination resorts in the world as well as regional and local ski areas outside major cities, and connect them all through one unrivaled network. We are looking for ambitious leaders, innovators and creators to join our talented team. If you’re ready to pursue your fullest potential, we want to get to know you!

Candidates for year-round positions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the posting date, or until the position is filled (whichever is first).

Summary

The Mountain Resorts Legal team is seeking a Mountain Resorts Counsel to join our talented group in a hybrid role based in Broomfield, Colorado, conveniently located between Denver and Boulder. The Mountain Resorts Legal team provides legal support to the world-class resorts in our Mountain Division.

The ideal candidate for this position will have 5+ years of relevant legal experience, preferably 3-4 years with a prestigious law firm, and a desire to learn more about the ski and ride industry. They will have a strong transactional background in real estate, land use, and entitlements. They will be inquisitive, make connections with stakeholders and peers, and effectively distill complexity into clear, concise analysis. They will be able to quickly identify material risks and make recommendations based in business acumen. The most successful attorneys at Vail Resorts are team players who are hungry, humble, and smart.    

Job Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice, counsel, and support to the Mountain Division regarding year-round operations on a broad range of real estate, land use, transactional, commercial, regulatory, and other pre-litigation legal issues as an individual contributor;
• Draft, negotiate, and revise a variety of transactional documents;
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, real estate, community relations, and other company departments;
• Contribute broadly to the leadership of the businesses, work effectively with senior management, and foster strong trusted advisor relationships with resort leaders;
• Proactively identify trends in legal issues to strategically mitigate risk across operations;
• Assist in developing and advising on company policies, procedures, and best practices;
• Assist in the preparation and presentation of legal trainings; and
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and JD required.
• Active state bar license required. A successful applicant must also have or qualify for a Colorado single-client bar license (or full Colorado bar license).
• At least 5 years of relevant legal experience. 
• Real estate, land use, and entitlements expertise, with demonstrated experience leading transactions involving all stages of the acquisition or disposition of real property.
• Substantial drafting and negotiating experience with the ability to lead complex projects with multiple stakeholders from start to finish.
• A high degree of knowledge agility, with a demonstrated ability to learn new areas of law and business. 
• Clear and concise communication skills (written and oral), including the ability to distill complexity and propose solutions and recommendations.
• Exceptional organizational, prioritization, and time management skills.
• Ability to handle urgent situations with sound judgment and diplomacy and to cultivate meaningful partnerships with stakeholders and peers.

The expected Total Compensation for this role is $145,000 - $155,000 + annual bonus. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.
 

Job Benefits

• Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons
• MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Excellent training and professional development

Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus:

• Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)
• Free ski passes for dependents
• Critical Illness and Accident plans

Vail Resorts offers a ‘Hybrid’ work environment for Broomfield-based roles where employees must live within 50 miles of the Broomfield office and work on-site Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and have flexibility to work off-site on Mondays and Fridays.

Please note that the ability to work in person or off-site, and the particulars related to such work, are subject to change at any time; and, accordingly, the Company reserves the right to change its policies and/or require in-person/in-office work or off-site work at any time in its sole discretion. 

In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. 

Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.

Requisition ID  507331
Reference Date: 02/24/2025 
Job Code Function: Counsel