Legal Counsel
- Location
- England, London
- Salary
- Competitive Salary + Benefits Package
- Posted
- 21 Aug 2019
- Closes
- 18 Sep 2019
- Ref
- JO-1908-175506
- Contact
- Will Akrigg
- Job Title
- In House Counsel
- Practice Area
- Commercial Contracts, Media / Entertainment, Sports
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
An instantly recognisable sports organisation is looking for a talented Commercial Lawyer to take on a Legal Counsel role within their London legal team.
Role Description
As the appointed Legal Counsel, you will undertake a range of non-contentious legal work, including the drafting and negotiation of commercial contracts such as:
- Sponsorship and player agreements
- Technology agreements
- Supplier and services agreements
You will act as a sounding board to key stakeholders within this prestigious organisation, advising on IP and data privacy matters and providing solution-oriented advice. You will report to the Legal Director and support the wider team in relation to sports regulatory and contentious issues.
Candidate Profile
The ideal In House Counsel will have:
- 2+ years’ PQE as a Commercial Lawyer
- Exposure to the protection and commercialisation of IP and to privacy and consumer related matters
- Excellent academics
- Solid private practice or in house training
- Great interpersonal skills
- The ability to work collaboratively
On Offer
This is a permanent, full time Legal Counsel role. A competitive salary, benefits package and bonus is on offer.
Apply Now
If you would like to apply for this Commercial Legal Counsel role, please get in touch with your CV as soon as possible.