Sports - Business Affairs Assistant

About the Role

CAA is seeking an assistant to support two Executives in our Sports Legal Department. The ideal candidate will be seeking to enhance their knowledge of the sports industry while working at a dynamic and collaborative agency. The assistant plays a vital role in keeping the business running smoothly. There is tremendous opportunity to learn.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support, including phones, coordinating meetings, schedules and travel, and preparing expense reports
• Editing, proofreading, summarizing, and redlining agreements and correspondence
• Serve as first point of contact with clients and executives and should possess a professional, customer-service attitude
• Track contracts and maintain accurate files
• Assist with special projects, research, and compiling information as needed
• Depending on skill, education level and motivation to learn, gain experience drafting and commenting on agreements and may be given the opportunity to assist in negotiations with internal business affairs colleagues

Requirements

• BA/BS from an accredited University or College or equivalent work experience preferred
• Interest in future law degree is a plus
• 1+ years of relevant experience (including internships) working within sports
• Familiarity with contracts, experience proofreading, drafting, and redlining contracts preferred
• Top notch organizational, verbal, written and interpersonal skills
• Ability to juggle a multitude of tasks
• Detail-oriented
• Ability to perform well under pressure
• Team oriented

Location

On-Site in New York, NY, United States

Pay

The base hourly rate for this position is in the range of $20.00–22.00. This position is also eligible for benefits and discretionary bonus. Wages may vary based on relevant experience, time in role, business sector, and geographic location, among other criteria.