THE RUNDOWNThe person in this role will work with the General Counsel and other senior executives to develop and implement corporate strategic and tactical legal initiatives and compliance functions, advise on company strategies and their implementation, assist in managing the legal function, monitor and update the company's legal and regulatory compliance needs and oversee the work of outside counsel. The Assistant General Counsel is directly involved in complex business transactions, negotiating critical contracts, litigation, real estate, employment and intellectual property matters and providing legal support for mergers and acquisitions, including transition and integration efforts, and financing transactions.ASSISTANT GENERAL COUNSELAtlanta, GA (Hybrid)The person in this role will work with the General Counsel and other senior executives to develop and implement corporate strategic and tactical legal initiatives and compliance functions, advise on company strategies and their implementation, assist in managing the legal function, monitor and update the company's legal and regulatory compliance needs and oversee the work of outside counsel. The Assistant General Counsel is directly involved in complex business transactions, negotiating critical contracts, litigation, real estate, employment and intellectual property matters and providing legal support for mergers and acquisitions, including transition and integration efforts, and financing transactions.What You'll AccomplishDraft, analyze, review, and negotiate agreements with professional sports teams, conferences and leagues, regional sports networks, university athletic programs, state high school athletic organizations, venues and events (e.g., bowl games), as well as agreements with sponsors, on-air talent, and othersCoach & develop members of the legal teamProvide legal advice and support in connection with mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures and strategic investmentsIdentify, research and analyze relevant federal, state and local requirements and translate into business solutions and processesAnticipate legal and contract/deal issues, and design and execute strategies to remediate risk to Playfly and its clientsSupport human resources, finance and other groups within the CompanyAssist General Counsel with dispute resolution and litigation oversight including drafting demand letters, managing discovery, and negotiating settlementsAssist with oversight of risk managementAssist in developing protocols for efficient deployment of the legal department, including practical guidelines for identifying issues, circumstances and actions that require legal department review and approvalConduct periodic employee training sessions with respect to company policies, and programs to promote awareness of legal issues and a culture of complianceOther job-related duties as assignedWhat You'll Bring7+ years of experience at a leading law firm and/or corporate legal departmentOutstanding written and oral business communication skillsExcellent drafting and negotiating skillsExperience across multiple legal disciplines, with a focus on contract drafting and negotiation strongly preferred.Experience with consumer data privacy/security issues, technology transactions (including software as a service (SaaS) agreements), intellectual property and privacy policies is preferredExperience in an in-house legal setting is preferred but not requiredExperience in the sports media industry is preferred but not requiredInstill and enforce a culture of compliance and transparencyCreative problem-solving skills to assist in meeting business needs and seizing new opportunities, while mitigating risk and managing key relationshipsStrong commitment to quality work product and organizational ethics, integrity and complianceAbility to work collaboratively with others, and cooperatively with senior and executive-level staffAbility to be flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced environmentExcellent organizational skills and the ability to multi-task multiple prioritiesJD degree, admitted to practice law in the state in which located (must have evidence of good standing)Travel, Lifting, Physical RequirementsThis role is based in an office setting and is a sedentary roleSome travel may be required from time to timeWhat We DoPlayfly Sports is the full-service, leading sports marketing and media company that enables brands to engage with sports fans on a local, regional, and national level through scaled linear, digital, and experiential assets. Playfly Sports drives outcome-based solutions into 90-million households via more than 7,800 live U.S. broadcasts of MLB, NBA, and NHL games; and influences sports fans of all ages through the management of college and high school multimedia rights, uniform branding, and high-profile sports sponsorship platforms. Playfly Sports has the unique ability to partner, innovate, and advance the aspirations of athletes, brands, academic institutions, and sports fans across the U.S. Playfly Sports is Powered by Partnership. Visit Playfly Sports online at playfly.comWhat We Stand ForAt Playfly, we know that a diverse, equitable, and inclusive company is a more innovative and successful one, but more importantly, we believe it's just the right thing to do. Through conversations, company initiatives, community events and partnerships, policy changes, data analysis, workshops, and support groups, we are dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. We are here for the long haul and to do the meaningful work that creates true institutional change within our workplace, with our partners, and in the communities we serve.EEOC & DIVERSITY STATEMENTPlayfly Sports affirms that inequality is detrimental to our associates, our clients, and the communities we serve. Our goal is to impact lasting change through our actions. Together, we unite for equality and equity. Playfly Sports is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristic, including race, color, genetic information, creed, national origin, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lawful alien status, ancestry, age, marital status, or protected veteran status and will not discriminate against anyone on the basis of a disability. We support an inclusive workplace where associates excel based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance.ACCOMMODATIONSPlayfly Sports is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals, and as part of this commitment, Playfly Sports will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact recruiting@playfly.com.We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at this timeEqual Opportunity EmployerThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. 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