Business Affairs Executive

TL;DR

Business Affairs Executive (Sports/Hockey): Supporting sports agents and executives in the Hockey division with an accent on commercial transactions and legal issues including collective bargaining matters, athlete agent regulations, endorsements, and intellectual property rights. Focus on drafting contracts, advising on legal compliance, and identifying potential legal problems to mitigate risk.

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Company

hirify.global is the leading entertainment and sports agency with global expertise in filmed and live entertainment, digital media, publishing, and more.

What you will do

• Support agents by negotiating business terms and drafting contracts with brands, marketing, and PR agencies.
• Prepare, review, and negotiate documentation for CAA Hockey, including player representation agreements and marketing deals.
• Work with external counsel to support the work authorization/visa application process.
• Serve as a direct point of contact with legal departments amongst off ice brand partners.
• Stay informed on collective bargaining agreement matters and educate agents on updates from NHLPA.
• Anticipate and identify potential legal problems and assist in developing strategies to avoid litigation and reduce potential areas of risk.

Requirements

• Qualified attorney with 4 – 6 years of experience at a top law firm and/or in-house legal department in Labor Law.
• Admitted to a state bar, preferably California.
• Excellent written and oral communication, reading, drafting, and negotiation skills.
• Understanding of the sports industry and Hockey landscape.
• Ability to provide high-quality work product in a timely manner and juggle multiple priorities.
• Strong work ethic and team-oriented.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Teams) Docusign and Adobe Acrobat.

Nice to have

• Anticipate and identify potential legal problems for the department and assist in developing strategies to avoid litigation and reduce potential areas of risk.

Culture & Benefits

• Committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity.
• Does not discriminate against individuals based on housing status, including the absence of a fixed address.
• Complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws with regard to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.