Legal Counsel / Legal Counseless

Join TEAM - Legal Counsel Media Rights

Beyond being a full-service sports marketing agency, TEAM is a trusted advisor. We understand the complexities of fostering remarkable properties and the significance of long-term collaborations. With over three decades of experience propelling UEFA’s commercial growth, TEAM is at the forefront of shaping the sports industry, applying its proven strategies to create, deliver, and nurture value for a diverse range of clients.

Headquartered in Lucerne and London, our dynamic team represents over 30 nationalities, and our culture is defined by ambition, adaptability, collaboration, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.

The Legal Team

The Legal team not only leads the preparation of all transaction-related documentation but also plays a critical supporting role in developing commercial concepts, managing transactions, and delivering contracted rights. Internally, the team also addresses aspects of contracts and compliance.

The Role

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the Legal and Leadership teams across a variety of media, broadcast, and operational projects, including providing advice on the exploitation of media rights related to UEFA Men’s Club Competitions.
• Negotiating, drafting, and reviewing media rights agreements and other commercial rights-related legal documentation.
• Collaborating closely with Sales to assist in designing and delivering fast-moving sales processes primarily related to media rights, offering clear and solutions-focused legal advice.
• Contributing to the development, evolution, and ongoing management of TEAM’s legal documentation, with a specific focus on media rights agreements and tender documentation.
• Maintaining and developing TEAM’s legal knowledge portfolio to ensure that materials are accurate, accessible, and current.
• Monitoring legal developments in key markets, supporting legal research, and coordinating with external counsel as necessary.
• Building and maintaining effective business relationships across the organization and with clients and global stakeholders.

The Candidate

The ideal candidate will possess a university degree and a professional qualification that qualifies you to practice law. Additionally, you should have at least two to three years of post-qualification experience, with strong skills in drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, especially in media rights.

You should feel comfortable operating within the sports industry, maintaining high standards of integrity and confidentiality. Experience in a broader range of media-related matters, including sponsorship and service agreements, is an advantage.

The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing workloads according to business and client priorities is essential. You should work proactively, exercise sound judgment, and make well-considered decisions as required.

Moreover, you should bring well-developed analytical skills, clear and constructive communication, and a positive contribution to a collaborative, team-oriented environment. Your strengths include:

• Adaptability: You are curious, resilient, and open to different methods and work approaches.
• Ambition: You set high goals and support others in striving for excellence.
• Connection: You value collaboration, inclusion, and long-term partnerships.
• Diligence: You deliver with integrity, accountability, and consistent quality.
• Languages: You speak and write fluently in English; proficiency in other languages is a plus.

We Offer

At TEAM, we strive to be the best place for career development in the sports marketing industry, fostering a community where all staff can thrive through clear, transparent communication and individual development.

• Make a difference: Contribute to the success of UEFA’s Men’s Club Competitions.
• Be inspired: Collaborate with and learn from industry-leading professionals in a vibrant, international culture.
• Continue growing: Engage in regular, customized training and coaching programs.
• Work flexibly: Enjoy a hybrid policy that balances in-office and remote work, with options to work elsewhere for up to 4 weeks per year, at least 5 weeks of holiday, public holidays, and an end-of-year office closure.
• Get involved: Participate in TEAM’s Sustainability, DEI, or Social committees, join staff-organized sports, contribute to volunteering opportunities, and enjoy all-company events and celebrations.
• Enjoy extras: Take advantage of a discounted annual gym membership, onboarding support, and commuter benefits.

Location and Application

This position can be based in either TEAM’s Lucerne or London office and may involve some international travel.

Are you ready to create opportunities? With TEAM, you will have the chance to grow your career, connect with like-minded professionals, and make a meaningful impact on UEFA’s Men’s Club Competitions.

Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.