Green Bay Packers Job Posting

JOB SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for the overall corporate legal affairs of the Club and shall be responsible for compliance with NFL rules. Additionally, this person shall take an active leadership role in regard to business development and administrative affairs.

Job Responsibilities:

Provide legal and practical advice to President and Senior Staff in regard to legal issues, corporate strategies, business development, personnel issues, employment practices, negotiations and contracts.
Work as directed with Management, the Executive Committee, the Board of Directors and sub-committees regarding corporate governance, internal policies, etc.
Provide legal and practical advice to and actively collaborate with Packers Sales and Marketing Departments in regard to sponsorship opportunities, negotiations and contracts.
Represent the Packers on legal matters at the League level.
Provide legal oversight and strategic advice on Titletown and other Packers related real estate and business interests.
Coordinate and represent the club in player grievances as directed and act as alternate liaison with NFL Management Council to ensure Club’s compliance with CBA and NFL Bylaws, rules and regulations. Coordinate with League attorneys and Packers Management on League legal matters.
Promote and manage relations with local and state officials and public bodies including Stadium District, Mayor and County Executive.
Act as main liaison with Stadium District in coordination of construction, capital improvements and operations and maintenance of the Lambeau Field complex.
Coordinate with construction professionals, public officials, trade unions and others on construction issues.
Coordinate real estate acquisitions, capital improvements and operations and maintenance of the Lambeau Field complex and secondary property.
Coordinate insurance, risk management and worker’s compensation issues.
Negotiate and administer all Coaching, Scouting and Football Operations contracts as directed.
Work with General Manager and Head Coach regarding compliance with NFL policies including, but not limited to, tampering and personal conduct issues.
Assist with salary cap management and player contracts as directed and negotiate preseason game contracts as directed.
Potentially attend Executive Committee, Board of Director, Shareholder, and League meetings as requested by President.
Other duties as directed by the President.

Qualifications:

Law degree
At least 10 years’ experience as practicing attorney
Experience in negotiations
Ability to become active member of Wisconsin State Bar

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
Ability to remain in a stationary position for periods of time.
Ability to focus on projects for periods of time.
Occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
Operates in a professional office environment.
Role routinely uses standard office equipment.

TRAVEL: No regular travel is expected for this position.

SUPERVISES: Associate General Counsel, Associate Counsel, Paralegal, Senior Legal Assistant

SUPERVISED BY: President

DEADLINE: Please submit resume and cover letter by February 7, 2025

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This job description has been approved by management. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing, and duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

All resumes submitted will be reviewed and selected qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.