We represent an Australian sport governing body in their search for a Legal Counsel to be based in Sydney.
  
You will work closely with the General Counsel and other members of the Legal team on a role focused on commercial, sponsorship, data, privacy, and intellectual property.
  
Responsibilities: 

• Negotiation and drafting of a broad range of commercial contracts, including sponsorship, licensing, digital and IT, marketing, confidential information, funding and event contracts.
• Assisting with the negotiation and drafting of complex specialist and strategic projects, including those in relation to IT and Digital, professional services, request for tenders/proposals, and collective bargaining.
• Assisting in response to privacy and data management related enquiries and actions.
• Assisting in the drafting and review of competition regulations relating to sponsorship, ticketing and events.
• Assisting in the preparation and implementation of company policies.
• Assisting in the delivery of legal and compliance training for various internal stakeholders.
• Advising on content and data strategies and associated privacy compliance issues.
• Advising on intellectual property rights management including copyright, misleading and deceptive conduct and passing off; brand protection strategy; and issues in relation to use of player images.

Requirements

• 3 to 6 years’ PAE.
• Demonstrated excellent contract drafting and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge and practical experience in the commercialisation, protection and enforcement of intellectual property rights.
• Understanding and experience advising in Data Privacy and the Privacy Act 1988 and EU General Data Protection Regulations.
• Strong work ethic, be flexible and have an ability to juggle numerous tasks under pressure.
• Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships both internally and externally with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Commitment to work as a member of a small team in a dynamic environment.

Contact
  
For further information, please contact Andrew Rees on +61 404 835 853 or send your CV to arees@montgomeryadvisory.com.au.
  
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