Sports Legal Counsel — Contracts & Compliance (Hybrid)

Professional Footballers' Association (PFA); Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A major sports organization in Manchester is seeking a Legal Counsel to provide vital legal support across various issues. This full-time, hybrid role offers competitive compensation coupled with generous benefits. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of post-qualification experience in law, particularly in sports or commercial law. If you possess strong drafting skills and thrive under pressure, consider applying to join this dynamic legal team.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Generous benefits

Hybrid work arrangement

Qualifications

• 1-3 years' post qualification experience, preferably in private practice or sports.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Approachable, with a low-ego personality.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support across various matters for the PFA.
• Draft and negotiate contracts covering multiple areas.
• Offer advice on player representation regulations.

Skills

Commercial legal knowledge

Drafting and negotiating commercial agreements

Written and oral legal advice

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

A major sports organization in Manchester is seeking a Legal Counsel to provide vital legal support across various issues. This full-time, hybrid role offers competitive compensation coupled with generous benefits. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of post-qualification experience in law, particularly in sports or commercial law. If you possess strong drafting skills and thrive under pressure, consider applying to join this dynamic legal team.