Sr Store Lease Analyst

Overview

About PHOENIX 

PHOENIX Retail, LLC is a retail platform operating the Express and Bonobos brands worldwide. Express is a multichannel apparel brand dedicated to a design philosophy rooted in modern, confident and effortless style whether dressing for work, everyday or special occasions. Bonobos is a menswear brand known for being pioneers of exceptional fit and a personalized, innovative retail model. Customers can experience our brands in over 400 Express retail and Express Factory Outlet stores, 50 Bonobos Guideshops, and online at www.express.com and www.bonobos.com.

About Express

Express is a multichannel apparel brand dedicated to creating confidence and inspiring self-expression. Since its launch in 1980, the brand has embraced a design philosophy rooted in modern, confident and effortless style. Whether dressing for work, everyday or special occasions, Express ensures you look and feel your best, wherever life takes you.

The Company operates over 400 retail and outlet stores in the United States and Puerto Rico, the express.com online store and the Express mobile app.

Responsibilities

The Sr Store License Analyst is a key member of the Tax team responsible for independently managing the end-to-end process of business license compliance and annual report filings for all retail store locations. This role requires a strong understanding of regulatory requirements and the ability to exercise independent judgment in resolving complex compliance matters. The Sr Store License Analyst proactively partners with internal stakeholders and external service providers to ensure licensing obligations are met accurately and on time, supporting the continued operation and growth of the business.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the strategy and execution of business license and annual report filings across all jurisdictions independently 
• Act as the primary point of contact with third-party compliance providers (e.g. CSC Global, CT Corporation) managing service levels and issue resolution
• Proactively identify, research, and interpret licensing, permit, and reporting requirements for new and existing store locations
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Real Estate, Legal, Store Operations, Store Design & Construction, and Treasury to gather required information and ensure compliance alignment
• Analyze compliance risks and develop action plans to resolve licensing issues with minimal oversight
• Independently manage communication with state and local agencies, including handling escalations and resolving regulatory inquiries
• Oversee the intake, review, and routing of tax department correspondence, ensuring timely response and follow-up
• Monitor and coordinate internal tax payment processes with Treasury to ensure accuracy and timeliness
• Continuously assess and improve business license compliance procedures to increase efficiency and reduce risk
• Provide subject-matter expertise and support broader tax department initiatives as needed

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

Essential Qualifications

• Years of Experience: 3-5 years
• Percentage of Travel: N/A
• Type of Travel: N/A

Preferred Qualifications (skills and abilities)

• Education: Degree preferred or equivalent experience 
• Analytical skills, strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Capability to work in a fast-paced environment and under pressure
• Must be proactive and self-directed, effective time management skills
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Good organizational skills
• Ability to work in a cross functional team environment

CRITICAL SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

• Analytical skills, strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Capability to work in a fast-paced environment and under pressure
• Must be proactive and self-directed, effective time management skills
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Good organizational skills
• Ability to work in a cross functional team environment

Closing

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An equal opportunity employer, PHOENIX does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or any other terms and conditions of employment hiring on the basis of any federal, state, or locally protected characteristic. PHOENIX only hires individuals authorized for employment in the United States. PHOENIX is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to search and apply for a job position due to a disability, please call 1-800-964-9793 and say 'Associate Relations' or send an e-mail to AssociateRelations@Express.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Notification to Agencies: Please note that PHOENIX does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, PHOENIX will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.