What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Legal Affairs and Compliance position at CT United?
Position Overview
The Director of Legal Affairs and Compliance for our MLS Next Pro team will lead all legal and compliance functions, ensuring the organization's adherence to federal, state, local, and league regulations. This role is responsible for managing legal strategy, risk mitigation, contract oversight, and compliance protocols. As a senior leader, the Director will collaborate closely with team executives, operations, HR, and external partners, serving as a strategic advisor to leadership and a guardian of the team's legal and ethical standards.
Key Responsibilities
Legal
- Serve as the primary legal advisor to the executive team, providing expert counsel on a broad range of issues, including employment law, intellectual property, commercial partnerships, and team governance.
- Oversee the drafting, negotiation, and management of key contracts with players, staff, vendors, sponsors, and partners to ensure terms are clear, compliant, and strategically advantageous.
- Design and implement legal policies and procedures across the organization to support regulatory compliance and best practices.
- Develop a proactive risk management framework, conducting assessments to identify potential liabilities and implementing preventive measures to safeguard the organization's interests.
Compliance
Qualifications
Compensation
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.
