What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Counsel position at Major League Soccer?
Overview
This position will primarily support Major League Soccer’s business ventures initiative and corporate departments.
Responsibilities
Primary Responsibilities
- Provide strategic legal advice to business ventures team on emerging categories, including on opportunities related to on-field player performance, digital fan engagement, stadium technology enhancements and media production technology.
- Advise on commercial transaction structures and equity investment opportunities, including coordinating review with internal stakeholders across departments.
- Draft and negotiate transaction documents from term sheet stage to execution of definitive agreements.
- Manage league policies in emerging categories, including developing and integrating policy updates and supporting clubs and internal business units with policy interpretation and compliance.
- Support all MLS equity investment activity, including negotiation of investment documentation (share purchase agreements, stockholder agreements, LLC agreements, etc.) and ongoing management of investor rights.
- Manage MLS, MLS NEXT Pro, MLS NEXT and Soccer United Marketing corporate entity structuring and intercompany agreements.
- Assist with review of MLS, MLS NEXT Pro and MLS NEXT expansion opportunities.
- Work cross-functionally to identify risks and provide practical and creative legal guidance.
Additional Responsibilities
Perform special projects and other assignments.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
- 6 years of experience at a leading law firm and/or corporate legal department
- Bachelor’s Degree and JD
- Admission to the NY State Bar
Required Skills
- Ability to make timely, nuanced recommendations for business decisions based on reasoned legal analysis and the strategic objectives of the organization
- Commercial approach to advising business teams
- Outstanding written and oral business communication skills
- Strong drafting and negotiating skills, including experience with commercial transactions
- Superior organization, project management skills and attention to detail, necessary to support and advise business units and ensure projects are completed in a timely and effective manner
- High level of commitment to quality work product and organizational ethics, integrity and compliance
- Ability to work effectively in a fast paced, team environment
Desired Skills
- Spanish and/or French language skills (business proficiency)
- Knowledge and interest in the sport of soccer
Total Rewards
Starting Base Salary $180,000 - $200,000. MLS/SUM base salaries are contingent upon several factors including individual qualifications, market financials, and operational business needs.
We are committed to providing a Total Rewards package that attracts, supports, engages, and retains talent through the following:
Benefits – comprehensive and competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits, as well as a suite of programs to promote well-being including a $500 Wellness Reimbursement. A generous PTO offering, and hybrid Office/Remote Work Schedule are also offered to promote Work-Life balance.
Career & Professional Development – on the job training, feedback, and on-going educational opportunities to continue your personal and professional development.
Employee Engagement – office perks, discounts and employee events that go “beyond the traditional paycheck” to make you feel a part of our team and inspire you to elevate the Game.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Salary : $180,000 - $200,000
