Counsel (Growth Support)

USTA National Headquarters • Orlando, FL

6d • $120,000 - $128,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are Tennis! The USTA (United States Tennis Association) is the national governing body for the sport of tennis and the leader in promoting and developing the sport’s growth on every level in the United States, from local communities to the crown jewel of the professional game, the US Open.
Why Work for the USTA?
We are a passionate team of staff and volunteers focused on growing the sport of tennis and making it accessible to all. We are committed to removing barriers and creating opportunities for ALL to participate. Don’t know tennis? Don't worry, you can still find yourself in the game!
Counsel will:
Provide Strategic and Legal Advice: on a wide spectrum of legal issues within the context of the USTA’s long-term strategic goals.
Directly engage with Internal Clients by establishing strong, proactive relationships with leaders and team members across the supported business units.
Collaborate with the Legal Team (e.g., litigation, IP, privacy) to ensure a unified and consistent legal strategy across the organization. This includes coordinating reviews, sharing institutional knowledge, and leveraging internal expertise.
Counsel will support the following business units:
Participation & Play (e.g., Play & Competition- Youth Pathway and Adult Competition; USTA Coaching– Education, Delivery & Development, Business Development & Operations; Strategy & Innovation–Retention & Brand, Business Intelligence & Analytics; Industry & Sales– Digital Business Development, National & Grassroots Sales & Partnerships)
USTA National Campus (e.g., Events & Services; Facility & Operations)
USA Tennis (e.g., Competitive Pathway, Athlete Performance & Operations, National & Global Events; Wheelchair Tennis)
Intellectual Property (clearance, maintenance, enforcement).
Representative tasks and responsibilities include reviewing, drafting, and negotiating a wide variety of legal documents such as consulting agreements, sponsorships, vendor services, facility use agreements, digital agreements; reviewing marketing collateral, sweepstakes, creating policies, researching, and troubleshooting a wide variety of issues as they arise, special projects, etc.
Engage in extensive verbal and written communication with USTA clients (including advising all levels of USTA staff);
Serve as a member of the USTA Legal Department team, providing regular interaction, counsel, and legal support as needed;
Keep current on industry-wide legal trends and developments to proactively counsel business units and manage legal exposure
Other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 2-4 years of applicable law practice experience, some in-house and/or sports-related experience is preferable
• Current Member Florida State Bar or able to obtain Florida Bar in-house counsel registration
• Superior drafting/writing and research ability
• Exceptional communications and interpersonal skills
• Must thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Self-starter and independent worker, with sound decision-making abilities, significant attention to detail
• Business acumen with a forward-thinking, innovative mindset

Responsibilities

• Provide Strategic and Legal Advice: on a wide spectrum of legal issues within the context of the USTA’s long-term strategic goals.
• Directly engage with Internal Clients by establishing strong, proactive relationships with leaders and team members across the supported business units.
• Collaborate with the Legal Team (e.g., litigation, IP, privacy) to ensure a unified and consistent legal strategy across the organization. This includes coordinating reviews, sharing institutional knowledge, and leveraging internal expertise.
• Reviewing, drafting, and negotiating a wide variety of legal documents such as consulting agreements, sponsorships, vendor services, facility use agreements, digital agreements
• Reviewing marketing collateral, sweepstakes, creating policies, researching, and troubleshooting a wide variety of issues as they arise, special projects, etc.
• Engage in extensive verbal and written communication with USTA clients (including advising all levels of USTA staff);
• Serve as a member of the USTA Legal Department team, providing regular interaction, counsel, and legal support as needed;
• Keep current on industry-wide legal trends and developments to proactively counsel business units and manage legal exposure
• Other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Flexibility: Our Hybrid with Flexibility approach combines a balance of remote working with in-office collaboration to spark teamwork and creativity.
• Comprehensive benefits designed to meet your unique needs: Medical, dental, vision, access to doctors virtually, a flexible spending account to manage your health and dependent care expenses, and life and disability insurance are a small part of our offerings.
• Time to recharge and energize: Generous paid time off policy - including vacation, sick, personal, and paid holidays, parental leave, and a paid winter recess.
• Plan for your future financially and professionally: 401(k) with employer matching (up to 3%), promotional and growth opportunities, and Learning and Development programs to learn on the job
• Mental and emotional wellness: Resources for overall well-being, including mental health and meditation benefits.
• Other cool perks: A personalized health management program, pet insurance, commuter benefits, identity theft protection, discounts with our network of partners, and fun events are just a few of the optional benefits available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees