Northridge is an independent law firm focussed on the sport sector. We are a team of 44 fee earners working on the most complex and important work in sports for a roster of high profile domestic and international clients. Northridge is ranked in Tier 1 for Sport in both Legal 500 and Chambers and is a past winner of M&A Team of the Year (Large Deals – £1bn or more) at the British Legal Awards.
The role
The sports investment market continues to grow, and Northridge has established a position as a trusted advisor when the stakes are highest, acting on many of the highest value and most complicated deals in the sector. We have a strong client base on both the rightsholder and investor side (including a number of leading private capital firms). We are now looking to recruit a mid-level/senior corporate associate to join our team. As well as advising on a range of corporate transactional matters, you will have the opportunity to work on a range of governance and regulatory matters in sport.
Your work will include:
- High profile corporate deals (from club takeovers to private equity investment in sports assets)
- Corporate transactions involving earlier stage tech businesses operating in sports and entertainment (in particular involving members of Northridge Track )
- Sports governance
- Establishing new sports competitions (domestically and internationally)
- Financial regulation (e.g. Squad Cost Ratio, Financial Sustainability Regulations and Salary Caps)
This role would suit an ambitious lawyer, likely 4 to 6+ years pqe, looking to join a growing and exciting firm.
Requirements
- Solid corporate experience (private company M&A, joint ventures, venture capital etc.) from a leading City practice
- Exceptional communicator, with strong client facing skills
- Excellent academics
- Experience in sports law is not required however a desire to advise the sports industry when the stakes are highest is essential
Mid-level/Senior Corporate Associate employer: Northridge Law LLP.
Northridge is an exceptional employer for those looking to make a significant impact in the sports sector, offering a dynamic work environment where ambition and talent are nurtured. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, employees benefit from a collaborative culture that encourages professional growth through exposure to high-profile corporate deals and governance matters. Located in a prestigious legal hub, Northridge provides unique opportunities to work with leading clients and engage in complex transactions, making it an ideal place for junior corporate lawyers eager to advance their careers.
