Corporate Counsel

Who We Are:

Teton Ridge is a visionary force in Western sports, entertainment, media, lifestyle, and equine culture, dedicated to growing the world of the American West to new fans. Our content and events engage a broad community of fans while preserving the traditions and legacy of the American West.

From large-scale events like The American Rodeo and The Performance Horseman to The Cowboy Channel, short films, digital and print media, and social-first content, Teton Ridge tells the stories of the rich culture of the American West. Join us in shaping the future of Western sports and entertainment!

Who You Are:

Teton Ridge is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Corporate Counsel to join our team. This individual will be responsible for providing support across a wide range of corporate legal matters, with a particular focus on entertainment, media, advertising, and live sporting events. Responsibilities include managing commercial contracts, corporate governance, compliance, M&A activity, and risk management. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of balancing legal rigor with practical business solutions.

What You'll Do:

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements (e.g., vendor contracts, service agreements, NDAs, licensing), including agreements related to entertainment, media, advertising, and live sporting events.
• Support corporate governance efforts, including board and shareholder matters, entity management, and corporate filings.
• Advise internal stakeholders on legal risks, obligations, and business strategies.
• Assist in M&A transactions, including due diligence, transaction documents, and integration efforts.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations across relevant jurisdictions.
• Partner with cross-functional teams (Finance, HR, Operations, Marketing) to support business objectives and mitigate risk.
• Coordinate with outside counsel on specialized legal matters as needed.
• Support the development and implementation of internal legal policies, training, and processes

How You Will Succeed:

• Solid experience in corporate law, contract negotiation, and general business law.
• Strong business acumen with a practical, solution-oriented approach to legal issues.
• Excellent communication, drafting, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Business acumen and understanding of financial implications of legal decisions
• Ethical and professional conduct. 

What We Are Looking For:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed and in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar.
• 4–7 years of relevant legal experience, with at least 2 years in a corporate/in-house environment preferred.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Teton Ridge we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Teton Ridge is an equal opportunity employer.  We are passionately committed to equitable hiring and boldly dedicated to diversity in our work and staff.  We do not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related conditions), age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, uniform service member status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Women, people of color, including bilingual and bicultural individuals, LGBTQ+ persons, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.