Sports Contracts Lead - Risk & Negotiation Expert

Excel Sports Management, LLC.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Benefits package

Job summary

Excel Sports Management, based in New York, is seeking a talented attorney to join its legal team. The role focuses on reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and revising a broad range of contracts across brand marketing, events, and talent agreements.

The ideal candidate has a JD, NY Bar preferred, and 2-4 years of legal experience, with the ability to work independently and collaborate across departments. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• 2-4 years of legal experience in a law firm, in-house, or related role.
• Admission to NY State Bar preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft, analyze, review, and negotiate brand marketing, property sales, vendor, and talent/influencer agreements.
• Review contracts focusing on risk mitigation and unfavorable terms.
• Manage contract tracking and end-to-end workflow across Brand Marketing and Game Seven teams.
• Collaborate with Legal and Finance to streamline contracting workflows.
• Coordinate and track fully executed agreements and maintain filings.
• Provide legal advice and counsel to support business goals.
• Present risk assessments and mitigation to internal clients.

Skills

Independent work

Communication skills

Sports/Entertainment law

Drafting & negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school

NY State Bar (preferred)

2-4 years legal experience

Job description

Excel Sports Management, based in New York, is seeking a talented attorney to join its legal team. The role focuses on reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and revising a broad range of contracts across brand marketing, events, and talent agreements.

The ideal candidate has a JD, NY Bar preferred, and 2-4 years of legal experience, with the ability to work independently and collaborate across departments. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits.