This position will primarily support Major League Soccer’s properties, events and match business teams and will be responsible for coordinating and managing Soccer United Marketing’s Leagues Cup initiative.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage all Leagues Cup matters for Soccer United Marketing, MLS and its clubs, including coordinating with all internal stakeholders across departments.
• Draft and negotiate match business agreements, including agreements related to team participation, stadiums/venues, training facilities and travel/accommodation.
• Support MLS on all MLS and MLS NEXT events, including MLS All-Star Game and MLS Cup.
• Draft and negotiate vendor and services agreements related to match and ancillary event operations.
• Provide strategic legal advice to business teams regarding commercial transactions and deal structuring.
• Work cross-functionally to identify risks and provide practical and creative legal guidance.

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform special projects and other assignments.

Education and Experience

• 2+ years of experience at a leading law firm and/or corporate legal department
• Bachelor’s Degree and JD
• Admission to the NY State Bar

Required Skills

• Outstanding written and oral business communication skills
• Strong drafting and negotiating skills, including experience with commercial transactions
• Superior organization, project management skills and attention to detail, necessary to support and advise business units and ensure projects are completed in a timely and effective manner
• Ability to make timely, nuanced recommendations for business decisions based on reasoned legal analysis and the strategic objectives of the organization
• Commercial approach to advising business teams
• High level of commitment to quality work product and organizational ethics, integrity and compliance
• Ability to work effectively in a fast paced, team environment

Desired Skills

• Spanish language skills (business proficiency)
• Knowledge and interest in the sport of soccer

Total Rewards

Starting Base Salary $130,000 - $160,000. MLS/SUM base salaries are contingent upon several factors including individual qualifications, market financials, and operational business needs.

We are committed to providing a Total Rewards package that attracts, supports, engages, and retains talent through the following:

Benefits – comprehensive and competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits, as well as a suite of programs to promote well-being including a $500 Wellness Reimbursement. A generous PTO offering, and hybrid Office/Remote Work Schedule are also offered to promote Work-Life balance.

Career & Professional Development – on the job training, feedback, and on-going educational opportunities to continue your personal and professional development.

Employee Engagement – office perks, discounts and employee events that go “beyond the traditional paycheck” to make you feel a part of our team and inspire you to elevate the Game.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.