Contract Management - Media & Events

NBP NBA Properties Inc•New York, NY

10d•$130,000 - $150,000•Hybrid

About The Position

This role involves providing contract management support to the Events, Live Production & Entertainment (LP&E), and Broadcasting Departments. Reporting to the Associate Counsel, Media & Events, the position will include drafting, research, contract analysis, and other projects, as needed, in support of a variety of commercial arrangements.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or related work experience preferred (a J.D. is a plus but not required)
Minimum of five (5) years of paralegal or comparable experience
Minimum of five (5) years of people-management experience
Skilled in Microsoft Office Word
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong commitment to quality work product and organizational ethics, integrity and compliance
Experience independently drafting and supporting the negotiation of commercial agreements through execution, under attorney supervision
Ability to handle highly confidential information discreetly and professionally
Ability to work well under pressure, handle multiple tasks, learn new tasks and complete tasks in a deadline-oriented environment

Nice To Haves

a J.D. is a plus but not required

Responsibilities

Review and draft a variety of agreements related to events conducted by the NBA, WNBA, and other affiliated leagues and properties (including venue, hotel, ticketing, technology licensing, work-for-hire, vendor and promoter agreements) and talent and performance agreements for high-profile live entertainment acts and other content (including musical artists, influencers, speakers and broadcasters)
In coordination with NBA in-house attorneys, liaise with internal client teams to help advise on contract negotiations, ensure adherence to company policies, and provide support in connection with third-party arrangements and other business considerations
Track and maintain records of commercial agreement term expirations and advise client teams on renewal and amendment process
Oversee and manage two Legal Coordinators, including supervising and providing feedback on their work commercial agreements in support of internal client teams
Work with the Legal Records Administrator on proper maintenance of Events, LP&E and Broadcasting contracts, including making sure all fully executed agreements are uploaded to centralized legal files