Senior Sports Lawyer

Senior Sports Solicitor
Location: London

The Firm:
A dynamic and well-established law firm is seeking a talented and experienced Senior Sports Solicitor to join its thriving team. Renowned for delivering exceptional legal services across various sectors, the firm boasts a prominent Sports Law practice that serves athletes, clubs, governing bodies, and businesses in the sports industry. This is an outstanding opportunity for a skilled solicitor to take their career to the next level, with a clear pathway to partnership for the right candidate.

The Role:
This position offers the chance to lead and expand the firm's Sports Law practice, handling a diverse portfolio of high-profile matters across contentious and non-contentious areas of sports law. Key responsibilities include:

Advising on commercial contracts, sponsorships, and endorsement agreements.
Handling regulatory and compliance issues within the sports sector.
Managing dispute resolution, arbitration, and litigation cases.
Drafting and negotiating employment agreements and player/agent contracts.
Providing guidance on governance and integrity issues in sport.
Assisting with intellectual property, media rights, and branding matters.
The role also involves business development, mentoring junior team members, and nurturing client relationships.

Candidate Requirements:

Qualified Solicitor: A minimum of 4+ years PQE in sports law, with experience in contentious, non-contentious, or both areas.
Demonstrated Expertise: A proven history of advising clients in the sports sector, with strong commercial acumen and industry knowledge.
Leadership Abilities: A collaborative leader with the capability to guide and develop junior lawyers.
Business Development Skills: An entrepreneurial mindset and the ability to contribute to the growth of the practice.
Client-Centric Approach: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a focus on building lasting client relationships.
What's on Offer:

Pathway to Partnership: A well-defined and achievable route to partnership, offering a rewarding career progression.
Exciting Work: Opportunities to engage in significant, high-profile matters within the sports industry.
Supportive Culture: A collaborative and inclusive working environment that values professional growth and work-life balance.