CONDUCT DETRIMENTAL
THE SPORTS LAW INTERSECTION
About the Role
Position Summary:
Bay FC is seeking a dynamic and experienced General Counsel to join our team. The ideal candidate will be a legal professional with a passion for sports and a strong commitment to fostering a culture of diversity, inclusion, and integrity. Reporting directly to the executive leadership team, the General Counsel will play a pivotal role in guiding legal strategy, ensuring compliance, and mitigating risks.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide legal counsel and guidance to Bay FC's executive leadership on a broad range of legal issues, including contracts, employment law, intellectual property, and risk management.
Collaborate with various departments to ensure legal compliance in areas such as sponsorships, partnerships, and player contracts.
Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of agreements, including sponsorship agreements, licensing agreements, and vendor contracts.
Stay abreast of legal developments in the sports industry and advise the organization on potential impacts.
Manage relationships with external legal counsel and oversee legal budgets.
Manage relationships with legal partners at the NWSL and ensure that Bay FC has strong relationships with our partners in the league
Develop and implement internal policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance and mitigate risks.
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About the Company
Bay FC, the first NWSL team in the Bay Area, is redefining women's soccer with a groundbreaking approach. Co-founded by U.S. Women’s National Team legends Brandi Chastain, Aly Wagner, Danielle Slaton, and Leslie Osborne, in collaboration with global investment firm Sixth Street, Bay FC is set to make waves starting from the 2024 season. Committed to playing the beautiful game with power, passion, and creativity, we are creating a team that reflects the diverse tapestry of the Bay Area.
At Bay FC, we transcend culture and defy convention. Our mission is to be a unifying force, fostering a culture of belonging and shared pride. Our stadium will be a home for people of all backgrounds, and we aim to become the bridge that unites the Bay’s diverse communities. Through our actions and love for the game, we aspire to inspire and improve the lives of others.