Corporate Counsel

This is a Full Time Job

JOB TITLE: Corporate Counsel
DEPARTMENT: Legal
ORGANIZATION: Chicago Cubs
REPORTS TO: Associate General Counsel
FLSA STATUS: Exempt

BEING PART OF THE TEAM
Our business is a team sport that began on a field with baseballs and bats and has evolved into one of the most recognizable brands in sports and entertainment through Cubs baseball and live events. Our success is driven by our people, who work to create and inspire change in an engaging, collaborative and inclusive environment. As a team, we continue to build a culture on and off the field that delivers unforgettable experiences for one another, our fans and community. In support of that effort, we expect associates to work primarily in our office. Are you ready to be part of it?

HOW YOU'LL CONTRIBUTE:
The Corporate Counsel is a critical player in the Chicago Cubs Legal Department and will provide legal support to business units across the Chicago Cubs organization and its affiliated entities. The position will report directly to the Associate General Counsel and will provide support on all legal matters, including drafting, reviewing and negotiating routine agreements, assisting in corporate and transactional workload, and litigation support.

This position will require excellent business judgment, adept problem-solving and strategic thinking, with an ability to work independently and collaboratively in a collegial, fast-paced environment.

THE DAY-TO-DAY:
• Review, draft and negotiate a variety of agreements including vendor services and programming agreements, commercial agreements, waivers, event contracts, non-disclosure agreements, marketing and sponsorship agreements, technology and software agreements, suite licenses, and real estate agreements
• Advise and assist on advertising and marketing initiatives, including sweepstakes, contests and promotions, and privacy matters, including drafting rules, releases, and reviewing promotional and creative materials
• Assist with developing, implementing and improving policies and compliance procedures company wide
• Assist with corporate governance and corporate finance matters, as requested
• Support legal team with the management of various litigation matters, including by assisting with legal research and document production
• Ensure and monitor compliance with contractual obligations and relevant law, including privacy and data protection laws and regulations
• Assist with administering and supporting the legal department's contract management system
• Support business partners with respect to legal issues surrounding operations
• Help facilitate the day-to-day operations and workload of an in-house legal department
• Work closely with and assist General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel, Associate General Counsel, and other legal team members
• All other duties, as assigned

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
• A Juris Doctor degree from an ABA accredited law school and admission to practice in Illinois
• Two to four years of legal experience required, preferably with an in-house legal department
• Experience drafting and reviewing contracts required
• Experience in legal matters related to event and facility operations, commercial contracts, labor and employment, data privacy, intellectual property, and/or advertising initiatives encouraged
• Superior written and oral communication skills, including ability to translate legal reasoning for non-lawyers
• Organizational skills and business acumen
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to build strong, collaborative and consultative relationships with key business partners
• Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality
• Ability to prioritize workload and use time efficiently
• Flexibility and the ability to work non-standard hours as needed

TOTAL REWARDS:
• On-site parking
• Transit benefits
• Paid time off: Personal, Sick & Vacation Time
• Casual work attire environment
• Complimentary Meal & beverage plan
• Cubs home game ticket allotment
• Access to campus wide Wrigley Field events & pre-sales
• 401K Plan Employee Contribution & Employer Match
• Benefit Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• Health & Wellness engagement & programming
• Variety of associate special events, volunteer opportunities and partnership discounts
• Access to online associate recognition & rewards platform
• Tuition Reimbursement

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.