Associate Counsel

About the position

The Associate Counsel position at the Philadelphia Eagles involves supporting the Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Vice President, Deputy General Counsel in various legal matters. The role focuses on preparing, reviewing, and organizing business arrangements and transactions, as well as developing and executing legal and regulatory strategies. The position is integral to ensuring compliance with NFL rules and team brand guidelines while managing legal risks and exposures.

Responsibilities

• Assist the legal department in support of legal and compliance.
• Draft, review and assist with structuring various contracts including sponsorship agreements, trade agreements, suite agreements, and employment agreements.
• Draft and review sweepstakes, contests, and promotions.
• Draft waivers and releases for various events and activations.
• Review advertising and promotional material for compliance with NFL rules and team brand guidelines.
• Track status of various contracts and documents and prompt internal departments regarding status.
• Implement an effective document management system and serve as custodian of all executed contracts and legal documents.
• Serve as Data Privacy Officer.
• Work closely with individual departments to manage liability areas and legal exposure.
• Conduct and coordinate research into various legal issues and provide clear guidance.
• Act as a liaison between the legal department and internal clients and external partners.
• Participate in training and development initiatives.
• Perform other general legal responsibilities as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and Juris Doctor degree from an ABA accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in the United States and in good standing; eligible for Pennsylvania in-house counsel registration if not licensed in Pennsylvania.
• 3-6 years of legal experience with demonstrated success advising clients.
• Law firm experience preferred.
• Familiarity with technology law, intellectual property, digital media, and data/privacy law preferred.
• Experience reviewing and drafting a variety of contracts and commercial agreements.

Nice-to-haves

• Dedication to delivering high quality work product.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, and attention to detail.
• Highly organized, analytical, proactive, hard-working, self-starting, and reliable.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments and deadlines with accuracy.
• High level of personal integrity, judgment, and professional ethics.
• Ability to work independently and build relationships in a collaborative environment.
• Flexible attitude and a desire to continually learn new concepts.

Benefits

• Generous time off effective the first day of hire.
• Paid holidays including 2 floating holidays.
• Summer Fridays.
• 3 weeks paid vacation.
• Sick time and Eagles time.
• Access to online learning platform.
• Best in class comprehensive Health and Wellness Benefits.
• On-site cafeteria and fitness area.
• Financial wellness programs.
• 401(k) with company match and company provided Defined Benefit Pension Plan.