National Basketball Association
Assistant General Counsel - Global Partnerships, Product Licensing & Marketing
National Basketball Association, New York, New York, us, 10261
Assistant General Counsel - Global Partnerships, Product Licensing & Marketing
REQ ID:
11550 LOCATION:
New York, NY, United States of America(US), 10022 WORK OPTION:
4 days/ week in New York, NY office The NBA is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace. To safeguard our employees and their families, our visitors, and the broader community from COVID-19, any individual working onsite in our New York and New Jersey offices must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. The NBA will discuss accommodations for individuals who cannot be vaccinated due to a medical reason or sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance. Position Summary:
If the following job requirements and experience match your skills, please ensure you apply promptly. Assume responsibility as the primary attorney for the NBA’s global merchandise and retail business and marketing department. The NBA requires an experienced attorney with an extensive understanding of product licensing and marketing transactions and matters. This experienced attorney must be capable of managing all aspects of deal negotiations and implementation, including navigating issues related to new digital products and offerings. Major Responsibilities: Serve as lead attorney for licensing agreements related to the NBA’s apparel, video game, sporting goods, and digital and other product licensing portfolio. Serve as lead attorney for NBA retail arrangements, including concerning ecommerce platforms and brick-and-mortar locations. Serve as lead attorney for the NBA’s marketing department by structuring, drafting, and negotiating agreements and advising on initiatives related to the promotion of the NBA. Serve as lead attorney related to the NBA’s branded attractions business. Advise teams and business clients on matters involving name/image/likeness (NIL) rights of players and other individuals. Serve as league legal contact for teams on licensing, retail, and marketing matters. Advise and collaborate with senior leaders of the global merchandise and retail business and marketing department. Manage a senior paralegal and oversee the NBA’s contract management process for the global merchandise business and marketing department. Required Education/Professional Experience: Law degree and admission to practice in the State of New York. 10+ years of experience at a leading law firm and/or corporate legal department. In-house experience preferred. Required Skills/Knowledge Attributes: Extensive experience drafting and negotiating major product licensing, retail, and marketing-related arrangements. Extensive experience working directly with senior and other business clients. Outstanding written and oral business communication skills. Strong drafting and negotiating skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with effective time management skills. Creative problem-solving skills to assist in meeting business needs while mitigating risk. Strong commitment to quality work product and organizational ethics. Salary Range:
$265,000 - $320,000 Job Posting Title:
Vice President We consider applicants for all positions on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business needs, and without regard to any status or characteristic protected by applicable law.
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REQ ID:
11550 LOCATION:
New York, NY, United States of America(US), 10022 WORK OPTION:
4 days/ week in New York, NY office The NBA is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace. To safeguard our employees and their families, our visitors, and the broader community from COVID-19, any individual working onsite in our New York and New Jersey offices must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. The NBA will discuss accommodations for individuals who cannot be vaccinated due to a medical reason or sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance. Position Summary:
If the following job requirements and experience match your skills, please ensure you apply promptly. Assume responsibility as the primary attorney for the NBA’s global merchandise and retail business and marketing department. The NBA requires an experienced attorney with an extensive understanding of product licensing and marketing transactions and matters. This experienced attorney must be capable of managing all aspects of deal negotiations and implementation, including navigating issues related to new digital products and offerings. Major Responsibilities: Serve as lead attorney for licensing agreements related to the NBA’s apparel, video game, sporting goods, and digital and other product licensing portfolio. Serve as lead attorney for NBA retail arrangements, including concerning ecommerce platforms and brick-and-mortar locations. Serve as lead attorney for the NBA’s marketing department by structuring, drafting, and negotiating agreements and advising on initiatives related to the promotion of the NBA. Serve as lead attorney related to the NBA’s branded attractions business. Advise teams and business clients on matters involving name/image/likeness (NIL) rights of players and other individuals. Serve as league legal contact for teams on licensing, retail, and marketing matters. Advise and collaborate with senior leaders of the global merchandise and retail business and marketing department. Manage a senior paralegal and oversee the NBA’s contract management process for the global merchandise business and marketing department. Required Education/Professional Experience: Law degree and admission to practice in the State of New York. 10+ years of experience at a leading law firm and/or corporate legal department. In-house experience preferred. Required Skills/Knowledge Attributes: Extensive experience drafting and negotiating major product licensing, retail, and marketing-related arrangements. Extensive experience working directly with senior and other business clients. Outstanding written and oral business communication skills. Strong drafting and negotiating skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with effective time management skills. Creative problem-solving skills to assist in meeting business needs while mitigating risk. Strong commitment to quality work product and organizational ethics. Salary Range:
$265,000 - $320,000 Job Posting Title:
Vice President We consider applicants for all positions on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business needs, and without regard to any status or characteristic protected by applicable law.
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