Sports Business Affairs Executive
Core
Provide legal and regulatory advice, manage transactions, and oversee compliance for football agents and executives across international jurisdictions.
Role type
Senior in-house legal counsel (sports business affairs)
Builds
Agency agreements, player contracts, representation agreements, image rights agreements, and other commercial documents for football clients.
Domain
Sports (Football) + International Law
Required skills
UK and international football rules and regulations, contract negotiation, litigation and dispute resolution, compliance management, legal drafting, team supervision
Preferred skills
Experience at top law firms or in-house legal departments in football organizations
Technologies
Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat
Responsibilities
Advise on international and domestic football rules and regulations; handle contentious/litigious matters; prepare and negotiate transactional documents; support contract administration; advise on business strategy; manage the football business affairs team; monitor legal developments and update templates; anticipate legal risks.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
