Director Corporate Counsel - Commercial Contracts - Marketing & eCommerce
At DICK'S Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, reflecting the communities we serve.
If you are ready to make a difference as part of the world's greatest sports team, apply to join our team today!
Role Overview: This position is ideal for a junior to mid-level attorney (3-5 years) looking to join a growing and dynamic in-house legal team and be involved in various types of legal work, including contract negotiation and drafting, providing practical advice to clients and legal analysis. Supports clients in various business units, with a focus on marketing and e-Commerce teams and in partnership with the finance/procurement team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of technology and the skill set to support the digital growth of the Company.
This is a full time hybrid (remote on Monday and Friday, in office on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday) role located in Coraopolis, PA.
Role Responsibilities:
- Contract Negotiation and Drafting: Related to marketing and brand initiatives (e.g., agency, sponsorship, collaboration, licenses, media, adtech, influencer, vendor agreements, SaaS/technology agreements, etc.).
- Outside Counsel Interaction: Partners with outside counsel to establish course of action in important matters including commercial matters; intellectual property
- Department Operations: Participates and assists in projects. Supports and pitches in on department initiatives. Works with, oversees and assists Legal Analysts with respect to legal issues and drafting.
- Knowledge of and interest in technology and basic accounting and finance. Considers financial impact when making decisions. Understands responsibilities with respect to loss contingencies. Collaborate with Legal team and cross-functional partners to support the procurement and use of emerging technology (including AI).
Leadership: Legal Department Leadership. Expected to work with and assist Legal Analysts.
Organizational Leadership. Participates and assists in projects, as requested.
Legal Department Collaboration. Receive and review legal work from stakeholders and members of the legal department.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Execution skills and business acumen
- Customer-service orientation
- Strong interpersonal and client consultation skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Self-motivated and results oriented
- In-depth analytical skills and strong detail orientation
- Superior organizational abilities
- Problem solving and troubleshooting capabilities
- Flexibility and versatility in dealing with change
- Ability to clearly and concisely communicate legal matters to non-lawyers
- Analytical and critical thinking skills
- High degree of professionalism and integrity
- Ability to handle multiple projects at once
- Practical thinker able to translate technical legal analysis into sound business advice/counsel
Qualifications:
- Advanced Degree
- JD Degree
- 3-5 years of experience
- Experience practicing law, preferably in a law firm or corporate legal department.