On-Site Counsel, Olympic Transactions & Partnerships

LA28; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site in Downtown LA

Job summary

LA28 seeks a Counsel to translate ambitious plans into enforceable agreements ahead of the Olympic and Paralympic Games. You will support the legal team on venue, construction and government deals, drafting and negotiating core contracts while managing risk across the organization.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape practical agreements, review major documents, and coordinate with outside counsel.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school; or 5 years of equivalent experience in corporate and transactional legal practice.
• Active license to practice law and good standing with the California State Bar, with the ability to practice in California.
• At least 5 years of transactional legal experience, with a thorough command of contract and corporate law.

Responsibilities

• Support senior legal leaders on business transactions, from venue and construction agreements to deals with government and delivery partners.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, including confidentiality agreements, memorandums of understanding, and real estate documents.
• Partner with teams across LA28 to anticipate, identify, and manage legal exposure and risk as the Games take shape.
• Review core corporate and stakeholder documents, including the Host City Contract, Olympic Charter, and Code of Ethics.
• Coordinate outside counsel on matters needing representation and keep the team current on evolving laws and regulations.

Skills

Negotiation

Risk assessment

Stakeholder communication

Legal research

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

California Bar license

Job description

LA28 seeks a Counsel to translate ambitious plans into enforceable agreements ahead of the Olympic and Paralympic Games. You will support the legal team on venue, construction and government deals, drafting and negotiating core contracts while managing risk across the organization.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape practical agreements, review major documents, and coordinate with outside counsel.