Job Title: Attorney

Department: Administration

Reports to: Chief Legal & Administrative Officer and CBO

Job Summary:

The Attorney will be a part of the FC Cincinnati Legal and Administration team reporting directly to the Chief Legal & Administrative Officer and CBO. The position is responsible for supporting the Chief Legal and Administrative Officer through a variety of tasks, including internal communications, drafting documents and templates, reviewing, and advising on contractual agreements, and conducting legal research and writing. In addition, you may be assigned various other tasks that are in alignment with our organizational core values and mission.

What You’ll Do:

• Negotiate, draft, and review a wide range of legal documents including but not limited to liability waivers, sweepstakes and contest rules, service agreements, non-disclosure agreements, employment agreements, and sponsorship agreements
• Provide accurate, relevant, and timely advice on a variety of legal topics
• Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and League guidelines
• Assist in the development, review, and enforcement of organizational policies and procedures
• Conduct legal research
• Communicate and coordinate with outside counsel
• Other duties as assigned by the Chief Legal and Administrative Officer

What You’ll Bring:

• Excellent legal writing skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to manage multiple tasks and subject matters efficiently
• Attention to detail and organizational skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels
• High level of integrity and commitment to confidentiality and compliance

What You’ll Need:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Either bar admission in a UBE state with the opportunity to transfer to Ohio or register for Ohio Corporate Counsel Status or ability to become admitted
• 0-3 years of relevant experience in a law firm or corporate legal department

Why You’ll Love FCC:

• Generous paid time off and holiday time
• Option for one work from home day per week (by department and schedule)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401k plan with company match
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Maternity & Paternity Leave and Family Building Benefit
• Employee Assistance Program and free subscription to the Calm App
• Discount off merchandise in the FCC team store
• Community volunteer opportunities
• Professional development and Frequent team building opportunities
• Employee recognition programs and referral programs
• Opportunity for complimentary staff tickets to home FC Cincinnati matches

About FCC

Founded in 2015, FC Cincinnati is a Major League Soccer team based in Cincinnati, Ohio. After achieving significant growth and success in the United Soccer League, the team joined MLS in 2019. FCC won the 2023 Supporters’ Shield – the annual award given to the team with the most points in the regular season – and clinched a spot in the 2023 MLS Playoffs for the second straight year. With a diverse ownership group with strong ties to Cincinnati, the club strives to unite the community both on and off the pitch through FCC Foundation, and its dedication to improving the lives of children through soccer and those in the West End Community . FC Cincinnati are committed to ongoing growth and recognizing the vital importance of company culture. The club’s DNA code, created by the staff for the staff, is actively implemented every day. FCC have been recognized locally and nationally as one of Sports Business Journal’s Best Places to Work in Sports 2023, named to the Honor List as one of “75 Great Sports Companies to Call Home.”; on the Business Courier’s Fast 55 as one of Greater Cincinnati’s fastest growing private companies; and named to The Enquirer’s Top Workplaces 2024.

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FC Cincinnati is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.