Associate General Counsel

Position: Associate General Counsel Department: Legal Reporting Manager: Chief Legal Officer Status: Full-Time Job Classification: Exempt Location: Las Vegas, NVAbout the A's:The A's are a baseball team founded in 1901. They have a rich history, having won nine World Series championships and 15 American League pennants. The A's are known for pioneering the "Moneyball" approach to team-building, which focuses on using statistical analysis to identify undervalued players.In addition to their success on the field, the A's also have a positive and dynamic work culture. They have been recognized twice as the Front Office Sports, Best Employers in Sports.The A's are defined by their core pillars of being Dynamic, Innovative, and Inclusive. Working for the A's offers the opportunity to be part of an innovative organization that values its employees and strives to create a positive work environment.Description:As Associate General Counsel for the Athletics, the successful candidate will be part of a small in-house legal team that is tackling some of the most exciting issues in baseball. They will work on large and small matters that require impeccable judgement, smarts, a can-do attitude, and the ability and desire to collaborate cross-functionally. As a core part of the team, they will proactively counsel internal clients, negotiate agreements, support innovative organizational initiatives, and help identify and manage legal risks. Candidates must be comfortable both working independently and collaboratively with other members of the legal team.Responsibilities:Advising the Company on its day-to-day legal and compliance matters, including those relating to sales, marketing, and promotions; broadcasting; finance; information technology; international operations; special projects; stadium operations; baseball operations; public relations; litigation; workers' compensation; intellectual property; and general employment lawDeliver timely, business-oriented legal support on partnership, sponsorship, and revenue-generating agreements, ensuring efficient turnaround while balancing risk, deal complexity, and organizational prioritiesDrafting and negotiating commercial contracts with customers, vendors, and other third partiesApplying established legal principles and sound judgment to assess and manage risk Independently identifying and prioritizing work and projects based on content, urgency, and organizational sensitivityManaging litigation mattersEvaluating the need for and periodically drafting and revising Company policiesCorresponding with Major League Baseball Commissioner's Office, other MLB entities, including other MLB Clubs, and outside counsel in furtherance of Company's overall objectives and legal responsibilitiesOther duties as assignedQualifications/Requirements:J.D. from an accredited law school with excellent academic credentials and bar membership in good standing 12+ years of experience with a major law firm and/or in-house legal department (in house experience preferred)Outstanding negotiating and writing skills, with a strong ability to draft and review legal documents, analyze complex issues, and provide practical, business-oriented solutionsExcellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills and ability to maintain strong relationships at all levels of the organizationAstute, detail-oriented self-starter with excellent organizational skills and the ability to multitaskMust be able to independently identify and prioritize projects, manage work flow, and complete projects under time pressureThe A's Social Impact & Belonging Statement:Social Impact & Belonging are in our organizational DNA. Our commitment to these values is unwavering – on and off the field. Together, we continue to build an inclusive, innovative, and dynamic culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates belonging and amplifies all voices. Combining a collaborative and innovative work environment with talented team members, we've created a workforce in which every team member has the tools to reach their full potential.Equal Opportunity Consideration: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.