[Hiring] Senior Counsel @LOVB Miami

Role Description

The Senior Counsel will provide legal support across the LOVB Pro League, partnering with business and operational teams on commercial partnerships, marketing and intellectual property matters, league operations, and sporting matters. Reporting to the Vice President, Legal & Business Affairs, this role will draft and negotiate a broad range of commercial and operational agreements and provide practical guidance that supports business objectives while appropriately managing risk.

The ideal candidate brings strong commercial judgment, exceptional drafting and negotiation skills, and experience navigating the unique legal considerations of professional sports. Familiarity with privacy and data security laws and regulations is a plus.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school required.
• Active and in-good-standing license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction required; New York licensure preferred.
• 5+ years of relevant legal experience; experience at a national law firm preferred.
• Legal experience working for, or on behalf of, a professional sports team or league required.

Requirements

• Strong commercial contract drafting and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of legal issues relevant to professional sports teams and leagues.
• Strong business judgment and ability to balance legal risk with organizational objectives.
• Familiarity with privacy and data security laws and regulations preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proactive, responsive, collaborative, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Benefits

• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment and communicate through in-person, video, phone, and written channels.
• Ability to operate a computer and utilize standard business and legal technology.
• Periodic travel required for league events, meetings, and other business-related activities.
• Occasional evening and weekend availability may be required based on business and event needs.