Legal Counsel at Two Circles

Kansas City, Missouri, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Sports Marketing, Entertainment MarketingIndustries

Requirements

4+ years of experience at a leading law firm and/or corporate legal department
Bachelor’s Degree
License to practice law in NY, California, Missouri or other appropriate state for Two Circles’ business
Significant prior experience negotiating technology contracts and advising on product matters required
Strong commercial acumen and interpersonal skills, with an ability to communicate legal knowledge into commercially and operationally oriented solutions
Proactive with a strong sense of personal responsibility to drive the business forward and an ability to work autonomously on a wide variety of projects
Comfortable partnering with senior executives on key strategic decisions, whilst also able to autonomously draft and negotiate client/supplier contracts to a high level
A demonstrable interest in the business of sports and entertainment, familiarity with its technology landscape and a clear ambition to build a long-term career in sports and entertainment
Experience working in sports content and/or commercial strategy preferred
Experience working with or in high-growth technology companies and a desire to take a hands-on approach for developing the business from within
International legal experience in EMEA, Australia, India and/or speaking French or German a working professional standard is advantageous

Responsibilities

Lead counsel for Two Circles’ North American business, acting as primary legal point of contact for all stakeholders and working as a key part of Two Circles’ global legal team
Responsibility for all aspects of Two Circles’ North American contracting, particularly in relation to product development and SaaS contracts, with significant work also relating to sports content, media and commercial strategy
Supporting on legal aspects of Two Circles’ global technology work on behalf of leading international rights holders and properties, advising on high-profile complex agreements and relevant regulatory/commercial issues
Wide expertise as a generalist in-house counsel and advising colleagues across other areas of law as required (including commercial contracts, data protection, IP, corporate, employment and regulatory) – we don’t expect you to be an expert in all these areas but an ambition to broaden your experience will be crucial
Leading impactful global business change programs, such as innovative implementation of legal tech as Two Circles continues to scale faster and further globally

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Contract NegotiationSaaS ContractsProduct Development ContractsSports LawMedia LawCommercial ContractsTechnology Law

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the work arrangement for this Legal Counsel role?

The position is hybrid.

What experience is required for the Legal Counsel position?

Candidates need 4+ years of experience at a leading law firm and/or corporate legal department, a Bachelor’s Degree, and a license to practice law in NY, California, Missouri or other appropriate state.

What key skills are needed for this role?

Significant prior experience negotiating technology contracts and advising on product matters is required, along with strong commercial acumen and interpersonal skills.

What is the company culture like at Two Circles?

Two Circles is a fast-paced, high-growth, and entrepreneurial organization at the heart of the sports and entertainment industry, with a global legal team that enables business across clients, teams, and countries.

What makes a strong candidate for the Legal Counsel role?

A strong candidate has an ambition to broaden experience across areas like commercial contracts, data protection, IP, corporate, employment, and regulatory, with significant scope for career growth in a newly created role.

Two Circles

Sports marketing agency leveraging data analytics

About Two Circles

Two Circles operates as a sports marketing agency that focuses on using data to assist sports organizations in increasing their revenue and understanding their fan base. The company has eight offices around the world, including locations in major cities like London, New York, and Paris, and works with prominent sports entities such as the NFL and UEFA. The agency employs data analytics to develop strategies, offer technology solutions, and create tailored content that resonates with fans. By packaging and selling sponsorships, Two Circles enables its clients to enhance their commercial performance and engage more effectively with their audience. What sets Two Circles apart from its competitors is its strong emphasis on data-driven decision-making, which helps clients optimize their revenue streams and improve fan relationships. The company's goal is to empower sports organizations to make informed choices that lead to growth and profitability.

London, United KingdomHeadquarters

2011Year Founded

GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, ConsultingIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Hybrid Work Options

Performance Bonus

Health Insurance

Professional Development Budget

Risks

Integration challenges from acquiring Spring Media Group may disrupt existing operations.

Expansion into media rights may increase competition with established media companies.

Cultural clashes from Kore acquisition could affect performance of the combined entity.

Differentiation

Two Circles leverages data analytics to enhance fan engagement and revenue growth.

The company operates from eight international offices, serving major sports organizations.

Two Circles offers proprietary technology solutions for tailored content and sponsorship sales.

Upsides

Acquisition of Spring Media Group expands Two Circles' media rights and streaming capabilities.

Partnership with Professional Triathletes Organisation boosts Two Circles' presence in triathlon sports.

Investment from Otro Capital and Bolt Ventures supports Two Circles' strategic growth initiatives.

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