Position Summary: The Legal Counsel, Events role will focus on the events, facilities, and sponsorship business IMG Academy. The ideal candidate has extensive transactional experience at a top law firm or in-house with a specialty in sports law and/or live events. Position Responsibilities
Drafting and negotiating sponsorship, event, facility-use, appearance, vendor and other agreements, primarily in connection with hosting sporting events
Providing real-time advice on business and legal issues relating to live events and preparatory boarding school related issues, including interpretation and enforcement of contracts and policies
Drafting and managing registration forms and releases
Familiarity with drafting and reviewing construction and facility management agreements
Researching and staying up to date on the latest trends and issues for live events, including the participation of minors in live events
Efficiently managing contract-administration and document-management processes
Implementing and refining policies and procedures to ensure a safe and compliant environment for student-athletes, campers, event participants, and guests of IMG Academy
Supporting other members of the IMG Academy Legal Team, as needed.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Minimum 5 years’ experience at a law firm and/or in-house.
Demonstrated proficiency and specialization in sporting events, facilities, and sponsorships.
Must be a member of the Florida Bar or become a member through “Authorized House Counsel” status within twelve months of employment.
Exceptional drafting, investigation, negotiation, and organizational skills with a proficiency in AI
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills that will enable interaction with a range of personalities and styles in a fast-paced business environment
Strong analytical and decision-making skills, creative problem-solving abilities and a practical business-oriented viewpoint
Detail-oriented, ability to “own” multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize and produce quality work within deadlines
Upbeat temperament, dynamic personality, proactive and highly team-oriented approach to work
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