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Job Description
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
3STEP Sports is the nation’s largest and most connected youth sports club and event organization. With more than 2,500 programs, 152 brands and 1.5+ million athlete participants in nine sports, we’re creating a next generation foundation for athlete development, sport leadership, and community engagement. To learn more visit: www.threestep.com.
3STEP is seeking an experienced Corporate Counsel – Real Estate & Operations to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing comprehensive legal support across the company’s real estate portfolio, commercial contracts, and general operational matters. Reporting directly to the General Counsel, this role will partner with our President and regional leaders to deliver practical, strategic guidance and support related to our 60+ sports facilities and offices across the U.S.
Key responsibilities include:
- Directly support the General Counsel and the President in managing all real estate-related matters, including negotiating, and drafting a wide range of leases, lease amendments, lease assignments, subleases and more
- Advise 3STEP’s regional leadership on sports facility and office leases, including lease clauses, operational problems, violations, signage, construction matters, access agreements, disputes with landlords or subtenants, and issues related to repairs and maintenance
- Manage legal risks, help to resolve disputes, and manage outside counsel when necessary
- Develop strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support the company’s goals and the goals of the sports brands
- Assist with risk management related to our leased facilities and offices, including advising on insurance, safety and risk management policies and procedures
- Support all phases of M&A transactions, from initial due diligence through closing and post-closing obligations and integration workstreams
- Advise on process and template improvements for Legal team operations and collaborate with company team members on cross-functional projects
- Stay current on relevant substantive legal and compliance developments and LegalTech products to advance the company’s operations
Requirements:
- 4-7 years of relevant legal work experience, whether in-house or at a law firm
- At least 2 years of experience drafting and negotiating commercial leases, subleases, and related real estate contracts
- Strong writing, negotiating, and other communication skills
- Proficiency in managing multiple projects at a time in a fast-paced environment
- Comfortable taking initiative and evaluating priorities company-wide
- Excellent organizational, time management, customer service and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work both independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team
- Ability to translate complex legal concepts into practical business advice
Education & Licensure Required
- J.D. degree from an accredited law school
- Licensed and in good standing to practice law in Massachusetts or otherwise able to meet requirements for Massachusetts in-house attorney exemption
Additional Aspects
- May require flexible schedule, sometimes including weekends and evenings
- Experience working in sports preferred, but not required
- May require some domestic travel, on an as-needed basis
- This is an office-based role in our Woburn, MA office, with flexibility to work remotely a few days per week
Why Join Us?
- We are passionate about empowering people through sport
- Creative and collaborative work environment
- Opportunities for growth and development
- Support dynamic brands across multiple sports that value innovation and authenticity
3STEP Sports Benefits Package Includes
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, FSA accounts, life insurance, paid holidays, and a generous PTO plan, as well as other elective insurance option
- 401K retirement savings plan with 50% company match
- Paid Parental Leave
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
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