SUMMARYFounded in 1917, the National Hockey League (NHL®) is the premier professional ice hockey league in the world, and is one of the major professional sports leagues in the United States and Canada. With more than 600 employees across offices in New York, Toronto and Montreal, the NHL is a global sports and entertainment organization committed to building healthy and vibrant communities using the sport of hockey to celebrate fans of every race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, and socio-economic status. At the NHL, we are looking for dynamic, energetic and impactful individuals who are committed to doing the same by sharing in our philosophy that Hockey is for Everyone – and inclusion belongs on the ice, in the locker rooms, boardrooms and stands.
BACKGROUND
The National Hockey League seeks a recent (i.e., class of 2023 or 2024) law school graduate for a two-year legal clerkship program, which aims to provide early in-house opportunities. The clerkship program would begin in September 2024.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Participate as a member of the League’s internal legal team with exposure to a broad range of matters, including business transactions, labor and employment law, intellectual property, licensing transactions, financing matters, corporate governance and compliance, and other matters.
Responsibilities may include:
- Participating in drafting and negotiating sessions for various corporate documents;
- Assisting with labor matters such as grievance hearings and other matters arising under the Collective Bargaining Agreement;
- Providing support on intellectual property matters, including clearances, licensees and trademarks;
- Reviewing and participating in policy and training development on corporate compliance matters;
- Participating in meetings with League management and Club personnel to provide legal and business advice;
- Working collaboratively with outside counsel;
- Providing support on internal employment and human resources matters; and
- Performing other duties and responsibilities as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
- Recent (i.e., class of 2023 or 2024) graduate of an accredited Law School
- High level of commitment to quality work product
- Excellent interpersonal and communication (both written and oral) skills
- Ability to effectively manage multiple assignments, priorities, and deadlines in a timely, efficient and effective manner, with attention to detail
- Ability to work nights and weekends when necessary and to travel for business purpose as requested (note: minimal travel is expected in this role)
- Ability to reason through complex legal documents and arguments
- Ability to distill relevant information and summarize in a clear coherent manner
- Excellent organizational and project management skills
- Pro-active attitude and a genuine desire to learn
Benefits to working at National Hockey League include:
- Medical/ Dental/ Vision insurance effective on the date of hire
- 401(K) Plan and Defined Contribution Pension Plan
- Annual Bonus
- Generous PTO policy
- Commuter Benefit Program
- Paid Company Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Resource Groups
SALARY:
$85k
When applying, please be sure to include a cover letter with your salary expectations for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity, however only qualified candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. NO EMAILS OR PHONE CALLS PLEASE.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.
Job Questions:
- How did you hear about this position?
- How would you sum up your strongest qualification for this position in one sentence?
- From where and when do you expect to earn your J.D. degree?
- Are you planning to take the Bar Exam in New York or another state? Please indicate when and which one(s) you plan to take.
- This position will be based in our New York City Office. Are you able to commute to our office?
- Do you have the legal right to work in the United States?
- Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship to continue work in the United States?
- What are your salary expectations for this role? (NOTE: We are NOT asking for your current salary or salary history)