Corporate Counsel

TFL, a leading live entertainment and technology company, has a fantastic opportunity for a Corporate Counsel to join our team.

If you’re a proactive, business-minded attorney looking to grow your career, this is your opportunity! We are seeking a motivated legal professional with strong transactional skills, excellent judgment and the ability to balance attention to detail with practical, solution-oriented advice. In this role, you will support a wide variety of legal matters, from contract negotiation to compliance, helping TFL achieve its business goals while minimizing risk.

This is a dynamic position with broad exposure across the company. The right person is resourceful, collaborative and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Our business is constantly evolving, and we’re looking for someone eager to dig in, contribute to strategic initiatives and build strong partnerships across departments.

About TFL

At TFL, we are passionate about creating Memories For Life® for sports fans, music lovers and event goers across the country. We work directly with sports properties, professional teams, college athletic departments, venues, fans, and partners to improve the event going experience and drive event attendance. Our unique distribution model creates quick and convenient access for event goers across the country and ensures that teams and rights holders maximize fan access and event revenue.

As a Top 10 ticket reseller in the country, TFL offers employees a front row seat into the ever-evolving ticketing industry. On top of that, we love to have fun! From an open and inviting work environment to multiple staff perks, TFL is a great place to work.

With our headquarters located in the greater Kansas City-area, TFL is proud to celebrate over 20 years of providing high-rated service to the local community. Recently named to the KC Business Journal’s Top 150 Private Companies List, we have achieved tremendous growth post-pandemic. Fueled by recent acquisitions, we have expanded our retail customer base in strategic markets, and now have offices in Tuscaloosa, Alabama and Omaha, Nebraska.

Reports to: CFO 

Responsibilities & Job Duties (Include, but not limited to):

Business and Contract Support:

• Draft, review, negotiate and interpret a variety of agreements, including ticketing agreements, event-related contracts, confidentiality agreements, service/vendor contracts, and employment agreements
• Develop and refine templates, transaction workflows and systems for contract management  

Vendor and Software Contract Renewals:

• Lead all vendor and software contract renewals, renegotiating terms to drive cost savings and improve service
• Collaborate with internal teams to evaluate contract performance and identify opportunities 

Compliance and Regulatory Oversight:

• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations and industry standards
• Monitor regulatory developments relevant to TFL’s business and provide strategic guidance on implications and actions required

Risk Management and Strategic Advice:

• Advise internal teams on legal and business risks related to deals, employment law, privacy, insurance, intellectual property and other matters 
• Provide practical, actionable solutions to complex challenges
• Anticipate potential risks and offer solutions aligned with business goals

Policy Development and Enforcement:

• Maintain, improve and enforce company policies to ensure consistency and compliance across the organization

Cross Departmental Collaboration:

• Partner with leadership, finance, operations and other departments to support business initiatives, address legal needs and contribute to strategic decision-making. 

Qualifications:

Experience and Credentials:

• 3+ years of transactional experience in a law firm or in-house legal team (5+ preferred) 
• Juris Doctor degree and admission in good standing to a U.S. state bar
• Experience in the sports or entertainment industry is a strong plus 

Skills and Attributes:

• Exceptional contract drafting, review and negotiation skills
• Sharp attention to detail, analytical skills and time management
• Clear, persuasive communicator (written and verbal)
• Proactive, business-minded and committed to integrity
• Passion for the Industry—a genuine interest in the live event ticketing business and associated legal issues

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Discretionary performance bonuses
• 401k with company match
• Unlimited vacation
• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
• Long-term and short-term disability
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave

Perks:

• $1,000 employee ticket credit
• Company outings to local live events, including Suite tickets to Kansas City’s premier events
• Company kitchen including complimentary breakfast, lunch, snacks and drinks for employees daily
• Company happy hours
• Employee referral program
• Casual Dress Code

TFL is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Please note: We are not seeking assistance from third-party agencies or recruiters at this time. Direct applicants only, thank you!