Legal Counsel, Events

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 ResponsibilitiesDrafting and negotiating sponsorship, event, facility-use, appearance, vendor and other agreements, primarily in connection with hosting sporting eventsProviding 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 policiesDrafting and managing registration forms and releasesFamiliarity with drafting and reviewing construction and facility management agreementsResearching and staying up to date on the latest trends and issues for live events, including the participation of minors in live eventsEfficiently managing contract-administration and document-management processesImplementing and refining policies and procedures to ensure a safe and compliant environment for student-athletes, campers, event participants, and guests of IMG AcademySupporting other members of the IMG Academy Legal Team, as needed.Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesMinimum 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 AIExcellent interpersonal and communication skills that will enable interaction with a range of personalities and styles in a fast-paced business environmentStrong analytical and decision-making skills, creative problem-solving abilities and a practical business-oriented viewpointDetail-oriented, ability to “own” multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize and produce quality work within deadlinesUpbeat temperament, dynamic personality, proactive and highly team-oriented approach to work#LI-TR1JobFamilyCORPORATEPayTypeSalary