Description:

Location
We prefer candidates based in Los Angeles, CA. However, we are open to U.S. based remote candidates. Candidates based in Los Angeles will have the opportunity to work from our beautiful Santa Monica office 3x per week.

Role Summary:
The Counsel of Business and Legal Affairs will provide legal advice in all matters with respect to business initiatives pursued by OneTeam. This position supports a broad range of general commercial matters, including licensing, media, marketing, and athlete-related matters, and business operations. A proactive, solution-oriented and collaborative approach, attention to detail and superior analytical skills are essential. Significant transactional experience is a must.

Key Responsibilities:

Draft, review and negotiate a variety of contracts across the OneTeam business such as:

retail, consumer product, and promotional licenses
sponsorship, brand partnership, player activation, and athlete relations
content production, broadcast and distribution, digital media, television and online programming
investments, mergers, and acquisitions
event-related (e.g., venue, hotel, event management, agency, talent) agreements
vendor, consultant, and services agreements
confidentiality, consent, release agreements and related form agreements
terms of use and privacy policies

Support licensing, marketing, gaming/interactive, and strategic initiatives by partnering closely with business partners to advance deals from intake through execution
Provide strategic, practical, and timely legal advice to business teams and advise on business risks and issues regarding contracts and other business initiatives
Track current litigations, legislation, and regulatory developments impacting OneTeam business, including athlete rights and the broader sports and media ecosystem
Assist in maintenance and organization of legal templates, forms and internal resources, including updates to relevant databases
Operate and maintain brand protection and enforcement program, including managing relationships for same with our shareholders
Assist with special projects for management, including with respect to Board meetings
Attend and represent OneTeam at various meetings, as requested
Advise on and oversee regulatory compliance matters and corporate policies
Perform additional duties as assigned

Key Skills and Qualifications

Juris Doctor degree with excellent academic credentials
Background at a large law firm preferred, or otherwise at a recognized sports and entertainment boutique and/or in-house legal department with relevant experience
Admitted to at least one U.S. state bar, and in good standing to practice law
3-5 years of transactional experience
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, including strong critical thinking, interpersonal, and public speaking skills
Effective legal research, writing and analytical skills, with sound judgment and attention to detail
Proven experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial transactions (e.g., consumer products, licensing, content development and production, advertising, sponsorship/promotions, athlete marketing)
Demonstrated ability to independently manage a high volume of transactions from term sheet through execution, balancing legal risk with business objectives
Ability to work independently, but with a firmly held view in success as a team
Prior experience supporting a heavy volume of commercial transactions in a fast-paced environment with proactive and solution-oriented approach to resolving issues
Adaptability, intellectually curious and comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment with strong attention to detail
Strong time management and organizational qualifications
High degree of professionalism, integrity, discretion, and strong commitment to quality work product, professional ethics,
Strong alignment with OneTeam's culture: collaborative, humble, hardworking, thoughtful and committed to doing high-quality work while being a good teammate
Open to travel to OneTeam and partner events for various offsites and team meetings, when required

The following skills and qualifications are a plus:

Admitted to New York, California, or other major commercial market state bar
Interest in group licensing and sports law issues (e.g., name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights)