Legal Counsel - Cardiff
TSR Legal are currently partnering with a dynamic and high-profile sports organisation, playing a pivotal role in supporting its legal and commercial operations. This is a unique chance to work at the heart of elite sport, contributing to the legal management of major commercial projects, sponsorships, broadcasting rights, and contractual arrangements.
Key Responsibilities
* Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts, including sponsorship, media, merchandising, licensing, and supplier agreements.
* Providing timely and practical legal advice to internal stakeholders across commercial, operational, and executive teams.
* Supporting contract lifecycle management and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and legal standards.
* Advising on intellectual property matters, brand protection, and digital rights.
* Assisting with the legal aspects of marketing and advertising campaigns, including compliance with consumer and competition law.
* Managing relationships with external counsel when required.
* Keeping up to date with relevant legislation, industry trends, and best practices to ensure proactive legal risk management.
* Supporting strategic projects and initiatives across the organisation.
Skills and Experience
* Qualified solicitor in England & Wales with 2+ years PQE (Post-Qualified Experience) in commercial law.
* Strong experience in drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements.
* Ideally, experience working within or advising clients in the sports, entertainment, or media sectors.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
* A pragmatic and solutions-focused approach to legal advice.
* Ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
On offer is the opportunity to join a highly regarded organisation, that can offer a competitive salary, excellent quality of work, and first-class working environment. If you believe you have the skill set required, please contact Ryan at TSR Legal on 07554 389913 or ryan@tsrlegal.co.uk.