Senior Managing Counsel, Ceremonies & Content at LA28

Los Angeles, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Mar, 26

Salary

200000.0

Posted On

23 Dec, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Legal Experience, Contract Negotiation, Intellectual Property, Entertainment Law, Analytical Skills, Communication Skills, Project Management, Problem Solving, Team Collaboration, Drafting Skills, Negotiation Ability, Risk Management, Confidentiality, Interpersonal Skills, Judgment, Creativity

Industry

Spectator Sports

Description

LA28 does not provide relocation assistance. LA28 is the independent, non-profit, privately funded organizing committee for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We are on a singular mission to create an Olympic and Paralympic Games that celebrate all that this city and country have to offer, delivering an unparalleled experience for athletes, fans, partners and our community. The 2028 Games mark the return of the Summer Games to the U.S. for the first time in 32 years and Los Angeles’ third time hosting an Olympic Games and first time welcoming the Paralympic Games. This presents the unique and exciting opportunity to celebrate our legacy with the Games and push the Olympic and Paralympic Movements forward, writing a new chapter of Games history in Los Angeles. Putting on an Olympic and Paralympic Games is a team sport. To build a Games unlike any the world has seen before, we need the best team in place–a team full of diverse perspectives, experiences and expertise. We are guided by the following set of values and behaviors–optimism, integrity, excellence, inclusion, co-creation and boldness–and look forward to hearing about how your past experiences align with them. Senior Managing Counsel, Ceremonies & Content: The Senior Managing Counsel, Ceremonies and Content Business & Legal Affairs, will provide day-to-day business and legal affairs support for the Opening and Closing Ceremonies for the Olympic Games and Paralympic Games. Working alongside LA28’s chosen production company, the rest of the legal team, and others within LA28 and its related production company(ies), this position will be responsible for driving production legal matters and business affairs discussions, including negotiating and finalizing all levels of production-related agreements and performer deals. In addition, this role will design and implement sophisticated legal forms and key practices, including without limitation, building processes to ensure efficiency and satisfaction of all required deliverables. The Senior Managing Counsel will liaise and coordinate with LA28’s attorneys, business executives and external stakeholders (e.g., IOC, IPC, broadcasters, sponsors, venues, government entities, outside counsel, etc.). Opportunities to bolster other LA28 non-competition events, special content and marketing teams (e.g., Torch Relay, fan experiences, etc.) may also arise. To be successful in this position, one must thrive in a “start-up” environment, work quickly and collaboratively, utilize nimble drafting skills and leverage keen communication skills; the work will require creative problem solving, timely follow-through, persuasive negotiation ability, and the aptitude to balance risks independently and stay calm under pressure. This role offers an unparalleled opportunity to increase your professional network, gain valuable business and legal skills across a range of areas, and grow with the organization as we gear up for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games! This position will report to the Associate General Counsel, Head of Business and Legal Affairs for Ceremonies and Content. Key Responsibilities: Steady stream of self-directed analytical work, drafting, meetings, and complex decision-making. Provide time-sensitive business and legal advice to the creative and production teams. Negotiate terms, paper and review all varieties of contracts, including without limitation, above- and below-the-line talent agreements, equipment rentals, wardrobe and props paperwork, production services agreements, leases, venue agreements, etc. Opine on and finalize key clearance documents, IP licenses, and music rights. Establish and enforce standard legal operating procedures with outside production company, including without limitation, clearance training, use of standardized legal agreements and tracking of intellectual property. Prepare confidentiality agreements, waivers, consents, legal memoranda and/or other correspondence and strategic projects, as required. Assist with the management of communications and relationships with LA28’s business and strategic partners. Review, understand and ensure alignment with all relevant corporate/stakeholder documents (including Host City Contract and Operational Requirements, Olympic Charter, Code of Ethics, etc.). Supervise, monitor and assist in the career development of any junior attorneys and/or paralegals. Work with outside counsel on matters requiring specialty support. Ensure compliance with applicable international, federal, state and local laws and regulations. Keep current on industry-wide legal trends and developments. Support and collaborate with all members of the legal department on identified business transactions and legal matters. Background & Requirements: Minimum 7+ years’ legal experience, with at least 4 years’ transactional entertainment contract matters required. Concrete understanding of entertainment practices, intellectual property, business contracting, negotiations, and transactional principles. Extensive experience in one or more of the following focus areas is required: musician/artist performer agreements, guild rules and agreements, clearance and/or music licensing, business and legal affairs for live media/sports events, and/or theatrical/television production. Prior law firm and/or in-house entertainment experience. While experience in these areas is nice to have, we also look for candidates with intellectual curiosity and a demonstrated ability to learn quickly to round out areas where a candidate may not have depth of experience. This job description is a general summary of responsibilities and requirements and is not intended to be all-inclusive of the responsibilities and requirements of this position. Expectations: Superior analytical skills; capable of prioritizing assignments, recognizing concerns and providing alternative solutions. Continuously able to make sense of complex and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Consistently able to adapt approach and demeanor in real time to match the changing demands of different situations and executives. Positive and team-oriented, with a respectful and collaborative attitude. High level of personal integrity, professional ethics and reliability; must maintain strict confidentiality. Strong interpersonal skills, including the skill to communicate clearly and effectively with a variety of contacts, senior business executives, and legal associates. Impeccable legal drafting skills and attention to detail. Excellent judgment, identifying issues, and knowing when to escalate them. Proactive self-starter with outstanding project and time management skills and the capacity to manage heavy workloads and shifting priorities to meet tight deadlines. Education: Undergraduate degree from an accredited university. Juris Doctor Degree from an ABA accredited law school. License to practice law, be in good standing with the California State Bar and have the ability to practice law in California Submission Requirements: An application must be accompanied by the following: A cover letter (optional, but strongly preferred), which indicates the position of interest and addresses the following: The highlights of your experience which specifically prepare you for this position, including demonstrated leadership in high-stakes production legal context, experience with bespoke drafting and legal form creation and/or nuanced talent negotiations; How you would uniquely contribute to LA28’s vision. A resume. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Local candidates preferred. Ability to work on-site, in an open office environment, based in Los Angeles, CA. The majority of work will be conducted in an office setting, requiring extended periods of time using computers, phones, and other office equipment. Hours of work may vary, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, especially during peak event periods. The annual base salary range for this position is $180,000-$200,000. The pay scale provided is the range that LA28 reasonably expects to pay as starting base compensation for this role. All LA28 compensation remains subject to final determination based on individual candidate qualifications, experience, or other reasonable criteria consistent with LA28’s operational business needs and applicable law. LA28 does not provide relocation assistance. LA28 is committed to fair and unbiased recruitment procedures allowing all applicants an equal opportunity for employment, free from discrimination on the basis of religion, race, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, color, ethnic or national origin, or any other classification as may be protected by applicable law. LA28 will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and all applicable laws. We strive to build a team that is inclusive and encourage qualified candidates of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities to apply. We assess applications based on relevant skills, education, and experience a candidate can add to our team.

Responsibilities

The Senior Managing Counsel will provide business and legal affairs support for the Opening and Closing Ceremonies of the Olympic and Paralympic Games, including negotiating production-related agreements. This role also involves liaising with various stakeholders and ensuring compliance with legal standards.