Senior Counsel, Legal & Business Affairs

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. Serve as a strategic legal advisor to senior management on complex business initiatives, contracts, and risk management .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesSenior💰 $145,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in nonprofit law, corporate governance, and risk management while effectively leading legal teams and managing complex projects. Proven ability to provide strategic legal advice and oversee compliance with U.S. and international laws.

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Juris Doctor (JD)In-House Counsel ExperienceNonprofit Law ExpertiseContract Lifecycle ManagementLeadership and Management Skills

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Hard Skills

Legal AdvisoryContract DraftingRisk ManagementNegotiationCompliance ReviewProject ManagementIntellectual PropertySponsorship StructuringCorporate GovernanceCross-Cultural Coordination

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationStrong Business JudgmentAbility to Manage Multiple Projects

Tools & Technologies

SpotDraftAsanaAirtableGSuite

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Membership in New York Bar

Industry Keywords

Entertainment LawNonprofit ComplianceLobbying RegulationsTalent ContractingGlobal Partnerships

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a strategic legal advisor to senior management on complex business initiatives, contracts, and risk management
Lead negotiations and oversee drafting of talent, sponsorship, event production, and media contracts
Advise on intellectual property, nonprofit compliance, lobbying regulations, and global partnership structures
Develop and execute organizational risk strategy
Oversee global external counsel relationships, including selection, budgets, and performance
Drive high-impact cross-functional initiatives from inception through completion
Lead legal workstreams for major events, campaigns, and corporate initiatives
Partner with leadership on long-term strategic planning for business and legal operations
Develop internal systems such as contract lifecycle management and compliance tracking
Supervise and mentor Legal & Business Affairs team members
Establish team priorities, workflows, and performance metrics
Design and oversee enterprise-wide legal and compliance training
Support cross-functional collaboration across Partnerships, Marketing, Events, Creative, and other departments
Oversee global corporate governance and compliance with U.S. and international nonprofit laws
Lead compliance reviews and implement risk management frameworks
Provide strategic input on organizational policies and support governance and compliance matters

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
Active membership in good standing or registered in-house counsel with the New York Bar
At least 5–8 years of legal experience
Significant in-house counsel or law firm experience emphasizing live and recorded entertainment and commercial deals
Experience managing a legal team
Experience managing legal teams, outside counsel, and major organizational initiatives
International experience / cross-cultural coordination
Expertise in nonprofit law, corporate governance, sponsorship structuring, lobbying compliance, and intellectual property
Familiarity with entertainment and talent contracting, particularly in music, media, and events, highly preferred
Proficiency with contract lifecycle management tools and project management platforms such as SpotDraft, Asana, Airtable, and GSuite
Proven leadership and management skills
Strong business judgment and ability to balance legal risk with organizational priorities
Ability to manage multiple complex projects independently
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Passion for Global Citizen’s mission
Ability to use AI tools to work smarter and drive impact
Must be authorized for employment in the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Commuter benefits
403(b) retirement savings and employer match
Generous paid time off (vacation, sick, and holidays)
Paid parental leave
Employee discounts
FSA
Professional Development Assistance (EAP)
Hybrid work model with 2 telecommuting days per week