Legal Counsel

THE CHALLENGE:Partner with our commercial and advertising teams to understand their priorities and help them to achieve their objectives.Manage contract drafting, review and negotiation across a range of commercial agreements with external partners and collaborate with key internal partners to bring those agreements to execution.Synthesize regulatory issues and legal implications that may impact our digital advertising business and provide compliance guidance to business partners and those within the team.Identify risks and propose alternative structures to mitigate risks involved in sales proposals and other commercial opportunities related to the Sportradar business.Work in connection with Sports Partnerships teams to interpret complex rights agreements to ensure compliance therewith in connection with monetization activities; manage day-to-day rights analysis and application to various business initiatives; provide legal representation on partnership activation and rights management efforts for Sports Partnerships and Sales.Develop a deep understanding of Sportradar’s products and services and advise on (i) commercial contracts for the same, (ii) adjustments thereof and subsequent iterations thereof, (iii) and go-to-market strategies surrounding the same.Collaborate with members of the global legal team on non-US transactional matters and support where needed; advise global sales teams on matters arising from key global accounts with US implications.Support members of the North American Legal and business teams with licensing, compliance, government affairs, contracting process and corporate governance tasks as needed.Participate in the definition and development of corporate policies, procedures and programs and provide continuing counsel and guidance on legal matters and on legal implications of all matters on an as needed basis and in connection with the rest of the North American Legal team.Willingness and ability to manage numerous deals, meet tight deadlines, and work extended hours when necessary to complete Ad hoc projects, as neededABOUT YOU:3+ years of commercial/contracting and advertising law with experience in digital advertising and/or affiliate marketingMember of a US or equivalent European licensed bar in good standingJD degree or equivalentBusiness experience in drafting and negotiating long-term contracts with large customers who have negotiating leverageKnowledge of gaming law and regulation, contract law, intellectual property law, and corporate law preferredAbility to communicate effectively with business professionals and other in-house attorneysWillingness to work autonomously and independently, as well as part of a team, and exert ownership over an area of the legal team’s support function to relevant business units  Demonstrated ability to be effective and exercise influence in a fast-paced organization, exercise excellent legal and business judgement in challenging situationsHigh degree of business acumen and product/technology understandingOUR OFFER:A collaborative environment with colleagues from all over the world (Engineering offices in Europe, Asia and US) including various social events and teambuilding. Flexibility to manage your workday and tasks with autonomy. A balance of structure and autonomy to tackle your daily tasks. Vibrant and inclusive community, including Women in Tech and Pride groups which welcome all participants. Global Employee Assistance Programme. Calm and Reulay app (leading well-being apps designed to support focus, quality rest, mindfulness, and long-term mental resilience). Online training videos. Flexible working hours. OUR RECRUITMENT PROCESS:Initial Screening: A quick chat with our Talent Acquisition Partner to understand your background and expectations.Two Technical Interviews: Meet with the Technical team and later with the Hiring Manager to dive into your solution, as also discuss team fit. Onsite Interview: Meet with the local team and take a tour of our office for a final meet-and-greet. Finals Steps: Receive feedback and, if successful, an offer!  Pay Range: $140K- $160K