Assistant Counsel

Responsibilities

• Structure, draft and negotiate content licenses and distribution agreements with traditional and emerging platforms, with a meaningful focus on digital media – including social media platforms, video syndication partners, content platforms and device manufacturers and other digital outlets
• Structure, draft and negotiate agreements in connection with the production of shortform content with digital partners and app distribution agreements
• Support the NFL’s direct-to-consumer products and initiatives, including assisting with drafting promotional and co-marketing agreements, reviewing creative materials, and regularly auditing relevant policies (e.g., terms and conditions, FAQs, “how to” tutorials)
• Deliver ongoing analysis and day-to-day legal advice in connection with a wide variety of media-related agreements as well as strategic and operational issues
• Support senior attorneys and other executives in connection with contract negotiations and meetings with League partners and NFL internal stakeholders
• Provide legal/business affairs support as needed for other NFL projects and initiatives

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from accredited 4-year university/college and J.D. from accredited law school
• 3+ years of experience in a transactional legal role at a top-tier law firm or in-house at a media/entertainment/technology company
• Strong drafting experience in the media/content/technology space
• Established proficiency with complex agreements and familiarity with distribution, licensing and direct-to-consumer models
• Valid membership in good standing in New York state bar

Other Key Attributes / Characteristics

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage diverse projects simultaneously with multiple stakeholders
• Highly organized and efficient with strong attention to detail
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-volume workplace environment
• Ability to support multiple client groups concurrently
• Proven success tackling new challenges and collaborating with others
• Working knowledge and meaningful interest in media trends and technology
• Passion for the media industry and sports/entertainment

Terms / Expected Hours of Work

• Occasional travel may be required
• Employees are required to work a minimum of 40 hours per week in the office
• This role may require additional hours as needed (late nights, weekends)

Salary / Pay Range

$195,000 - $215,000 USD

Benefits Information

To learn more about our comprehensive benefits offerings, please visit: NFL BENEFITS

Who We Are:

The NFL is committed to building an inclusive work environment that reflects our incredible fan base. We provide an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all employees and applicants without regard to status as protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

WHO WE ARE:

• NFL Core Values
• NFL Leadership Attributes

WHO YOU ARE:

Talent Attributes: What we expect for our employees:

• Embody an enthusiastic, proactive can-do attitude
• Embrace grit, free from ego or entitlement
• Excel as a relationship builder, with the ability to influence
• Eager learner, driven by passion rather than just ambition
• Encompasses an incredible work ethic with an agile mindset

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