Legal Counsel, Events

About IMG Academy IMG Academy is the world’s leading sports education brand, providing a holistic education model that empowers student-athletes to win their future while preparing them for college and for life. IMG Academy has been nationally recognized by organizations including Sports Business Journal, USA Today, and the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For for its workplace culture, innovation, and commitment to developing people both on and off the field. IMG Academy provides growth opportunities for student-athletes and partners through an innovative suite of on-campus and online experiences: Boarding school and camps, delivered on a state-of-the-art campus in Bradenton, FloridaOnline coaching through IMG Academy+, focused on personal development through the lens of sport and performanceOnline college recruiting through NCSA College Recruiting and SportsRecruits, providing industry-leading recruiting education, tools, and access to a network of more than 40,000 college coaches for student-athletes, families, club coaches, and event operatorsElevate by IMG Academy, a performance and personal development solution that delivers mindset, leadership, and wellbeing programming to schools, colleges, and organizations through a combination of digital content and immersive experiences Position Summary The Legal Counsel, Events role will focus on the events, facilities, and sponsorship business IMG Academy. The ideal candidate has extensive transactional experience at a top law firm or in-house with a specialty in sports law and/or live events. Position Responsibilities Drafting and negotiating sponsorship, event, facility-use, appearance, vendor and other agreements, primarily in connection with hosting sporting eventsProviding real-time advice on business and legal issues relating to live events and preparatory boarding school related issues, including interpretation and enforcement of contracts and policiesDrafting and managing registration forms and releasesFamiliarity with drafting and reviewing construction and facility management agreementsResearching and staying up to date on the latest trends and issues for live events, including the participation of minors in live eventsEfficiently managing contract-administration and document-management processesImplementing and refining policies and procedures to ensure a safe and compliant environment for student-athletes, campers, event participants, and guests of IMG AcademySupporting other members of the IMG Academy Legal Team, as needed. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Minimum 5 years’ experience at a law firm and/or in-house. Demonstrated proficiency and specialization in sporting events, facilities, and sponsorships.Must be a member of the Florida Bar or become a member through “Authorized House Counsel” status within twelve months of employment.Exceptional drafting, investigation, negotiation, and organizational skills with a proficiency in AIExcellent interpersonal and communication skills that will enable interaction with a range of personalities and styles in a fast-paced business environmentStrong analytical and decision-making skills, creative problem-solving abilities and a practical business-oriented viewpointDetail-oriented, ability to “own” multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize and produce quality work within deadlinesUpbeat temperament, dynamic personality, proactive and highly team-oriented approach to work Background Requirements Requires a background check upon offer Requires a drug test upon offer This position requires a Florida Level 2 Background Screening. Learn more about the screening process and requirements by visiting the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Education & Awareness website: https://info.flclearinghouse.com. Benefits As a full-time member of our team, you will enjoy a comprehensive offering listed below. Connect with your talent acquisition specialist to learn more about benefits for our part-time and seasonal/temporary roles. Comprehensive Medical, Dental and VisionFlexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account options401k with an Employer MatchShort Term and Long Term DisabilityGroup and Supplemental Life & AD&DGym Discount ProgramPet InsuranceWellbeing Programand more! Don’t meet every single requirement? We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Get To Know Us Better www.imgacademy.com www.imgacademy.com/careers IMG Academy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.