Lead Legal Role in a Dynamic Sports Media Subsidiary.An excellent Senior Legal Counsel role to manage the legal function of a subsidiary of a global sports media business renowned for live streaming over 20,000 games annually. This 12-month role offers a unique chance to shape the legal strategy of a cutting-edge company at the intersection of sports, technology, and betting.Why This Role Stands Out:– Impactful Leadership: You will oversee all legal matters, ensuring compliance, managing risks, and providing strategic advice to the executive team.– Diverse Responsibilities: From drafting and negotiating commercial agreements to supporting M&A activities and ensuring regulatory compliance, your role will be multifaceted and dynamic.– Industry Influence: You will play a crucial role in shaping the company’s legal strategy, supporting business growth, and protecting the company’s interests in a rapidly evolving industry.– Professional Growth: This role offers a platform to enhance your expertise in technology, intellectual property, and commercial law, particularly within the sports and betting sectors.Key Responsibilities:– Oversee the drafting, negotiation, and review of a wide range of commercial agreements.– Provide legal support for M&A activities, including due diligence, negotiations, and integration.– Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, particularly in areas related to gambling, data privacy, technology, and intellectual property.– Provide staff training on key legal issues and regulatory responsibilities.– Monitor changes in legislation and industry regulations that may impact the company.– Identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks associated with business operations and strategic initiatives.– Perform Company Secretary duties, including preparing and circulating materials for board and shareholder meetings.– Support the board of directors and executive team in corporate governance matters.– Develop and implement policies and procedures to minimize legal risks and protect the company’s assets.– Manage and oversee all legal disputes, including litigation, arbitration, and mediation.– Collaborate with external legal counsel as needed to handle complex legal matters.Skills and Experience:– Qualified UK solicitor with at least 5 years of experience in private practice and/or in-house roles.– Strong background in technology, IP commercial law and online Gaming / Betting. – Experience in the sports and betting industries, particularly in areas related to sports data and technology.– Ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment.– Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.– Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving.– Familiarity with international legal frameworks and cross-border transactions.– Strong business acumen and the ability to align legal strategies with business goals.Interested candidates should submit their resume and a cover letter outlining their qualifications and interest in the position to Liam Taaffe: liam@emea.legal