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At IMG ARENA, sport is in our DNA. We build deep relationships with sports and federations.

We specialise in bringing sport and the sports betting industry closer together via our federation services and world-class sports content.

Launched in 2012, we leveraged our rights expertise to pioneer the mainstream introduction of official data rights. We paved the way for a new revenue stream for our federation clients, whilst at the same time delivering greater value to the sports betting industry. We are focused on fan-first engagement through the delivery of digital content and product innovations that fuel the emotions and excitement unique to world-class sport.

Our focus has always been on fan-first engagement via the delivery of content and product innovations that fuel the emotions and excitement unique to world-class sport. We believe this can only be achieved by working alongside rightsholders to deliver official products that are true to the sports and events. 

Our expertise includes the creation and delivery of some of the world’s best sporting content with our official Fastpath Data feeds, Live Streaming service, Events Centres and Virtual Sports products. 

IMG ARENA sits within the global IMG powerhouse, which is a world leader in sports, events, media and fashion, operating in 30+ countries.

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IMG ARENA

You must be a qualified solicitor with 5-10 years PQE, commercial contract experience, in-house background in betting/media, compliance knowledge, and strong communication skills.

You will provide legal support for betting rights, assist compliance with regulatory matters, advise on contracts, collaborate with teams, and manage corporate compliance programs.

Legal

London

<div>Who We Are:
Launched in 2012, IMG Arena leveraged our rights expertise to pioneer the mainstream introduction of official data rights. We paved the way for a new revenue stream for our Rightsholder clients, whilst at the same time delivering greater value to the sports betting industry. We have gone on to expand our sports betting product suite with the addition of Event Centres and Official Virtual Sports. At IMG Arena the job is yours. We want you to be yourself. We are focused on building an inclusive and empowering environment that&rsquo;s welcoming for everyone, where you are trusted and empowered to do what you&rsquo;re good at. It&rsquo;s your arena and your opportunity to shape it and your career. You&rsquo;ll have the opportunity to pick up the latest technology, develop your own ideas and run with them. There&rsquo;s loads of room for improvement and innovation. You get to prove and own the process from start to finish.
Endeavor is a global sports and entertainment company, home to many of the world&rsquo;s most dynamic and engaging storytellers, brands, live events, and experiences. The Endeavor network specializes in talent representation through entertainment agency WME; sports operations and advisory, event management, media production and distribution, and brand licensing through IMG; live event experiences and hospitality through On Location; full-service marketing through global cultural marketing agency 160over90; and sports data and technology through IMG ARENA and OpenBet. Endeavor is also the majority owner of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO), a premium sports and entertainment company comprising UFC and WWE.
<h1 class="jobSectionHeader">The Team
</h1>IMG Arena represents the betting data and streaming rights to a number of high profile properties including the UFC, Wimbledon tennis, US Open tennis, French Open tennis, PGA Tour and DP World Tour golf. IMG Arena supply betting data and streaming rights to over 100 online Betting Operators including Bet 365, Paddy Power/Betfair, Ladbrokes, William Hill, Draft Kings and Fan Duel.
OpenBet is a world leader in sports betting entertainment. With over 25 years&rsquo; experience and a passion for innovation, OpenBet&rsquo;s modular range of technology, content and services is entrusted by the globe&rsquo;s biggest sports betting brands, lotteries, casinos and tribal operators. It is a leading business-to-business sports betting partner in the U.S., U.K., Australia and Canada, with a strong position in Europe and APAC. To date, OpenBet has over 100 global customers and a 100% uptime record across major sporting events
This role will support the IMG Arena and OpenBet businesses.
<h1 class="jobSectionHeader">The Goal
</h1>The role will include supporting the commercial legal team with (i) the acquisition and sale of betting data and streaming rights for the IMG Arena business and (ii) the drafting and negotiation of services agreements for the various Open Bet technology and content products. The candidate will also be expected to provide ad hoc support to the compliance team as and when required.
You will be required to handle your own caseload. As such, the role is looking for lawyers who seek responsibility, are team players and have a positive attitude.
You will be a qualified lawyer (5-10 years PQE) with previous experience working in a commercial and compliance environment, ideally in-house legal experience within a sports and/or betting/casino organisation.
Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities
<ul><li>Providing legal support for the (i) acquisition and sale of betting rights, (ii) OpenBet suite of products and services and (iii) other matters ancillary to the betting business;
</li><li>Support compliance team with EMEA region regulatory investigations and filings;
</li><li>Pro-actively working with the legal team (London and International colleagues) to ensure that best practice and knowledge is understood, shared and utilised amongst the team;
</li><li>Liaise with the business so that commercial, pragmatic and salient advice and guidance on business opportunities can be followed at all times;
</li><li>Advise on contractual terms that impact regulatory compliance;
</li><li>Assisting with new projects as and when appropriate;
</li><li>Work with compliance team to administer corporate compliance programs, including Code of Conduct, Gifts &amp; Hospitality, Whistleblower, and other governing policies.
</li></ul><h1 class="jobSectionHeader">The Player
</h1>Mandatory
<ul><li>Qualified lawyer with 5-10 years PQE who has worked in a commercial environment
</li><li>Experience of drafting and negotiating commercial contracts
</li></ul>Desirable
<ul><li>In-house legal experience within a betting or media organization
</li><li>Compliance experience
</li><li>Has an interest in sport/betting
</li><li>Experience of working with high level executives in own and client/customer organisations
</li></ul>Skills and Abilities
Mandatory
<ul><li>The ability to assimilate and understand salient points of commercial opportunities with both speed and accuracy
</li><li>Excellent written and spoken English with a meticulous attention to and for detail
</li><li>Ability to juggle and prioritise a varied and heavy workload with the ability to plan ahead
</li><li>Able to work to deadlines with efficiency and accuracy
</li><li>Able to communicate clearly and concisely with clients of all levels both internally and externally
</li><li>Fully qualified Solicitor (5-10 years PQE)
</li></ul><h1 class="jobSectionHeader">What we can offer YOU:
</h1><ul><li>Attractive benefits, an open and supportive environment as well as a modern and exciting workplace
</li><li>The opportunity to interact with global teams on a regular basis as you and our business continues to develop &amp; grow
</li><li>Tangible and genuine development - at OpenBet, you can take your career where you want it to go!
</li><li>And if that&rsquo;s not enough; enjoy flexible working whilst we provide you with the guidance and development skills you need to progress and enhance your career
</li></ul>OpenBet is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.
#LI-CW1
#LI-Hybrid
Endeavor unites and brings people together in our love of sport, culture, and entertainment. We understand this can only be accomplished when we lead with a lens of diversity, equity, and inclusion in everything we do. As a global company that drives culture, we strive to reflect the world&rsquo;s diverse voices.
Endeavor is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religion or belief.</div>

Who We Are:
Launched in 2012, IMG Arena leveraged our rights expertise to pioneer the mainstream introduction of official data rights. We paved the way for a new revenue stream for our Rightsholder clients, whilst at the same time delivering greater value to the sports betting industry. We have gone on to expand our sports betting product suite with the addition of Event Centres and Official Virtual Sports. At IMG Arena the job is yours. We want you to be yourself. We are focused on building an inclusive and empowering environment that’s welcoming for everyone, where you are trusted and empowered to do what you’re good at. It’s your arena and your opportunity to shape it and your career. You’ll have the opportunity to pick up the latest technology, develop your own ideas and run with them. There’s loads of room for improvement and innovation. You get to prove and own the process from start to finish.
Endeavor is a global sports and entertainment company, home to many of the world’s most dynamic and engaging storytellers, brands, live events, and experiences. The Endeavor network specializes in talent representation through entertainment agency WME; sports operations and advisory, event management, media production and distribution, and brand licensing through IMG; live event experiences and hospitality through On Location; full-service marketing through global cultural marketing agency 160over90; and sports data and technology through IMG ARENA and OpenBet. Endeavor is also the majority owner of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO), a premium sports and entertainment company comprising UFC and WWE.
The Team
IMG Arena represents the betting data and streaming rights to a number of high profile properties including the UFC, Wimbledon tennis, US Open tennis, French Open tennis, PGA Tour and DP World Tour golf. IMG Arena supply betting data and streaming rights to over 100 online Betting Operators including Bet 365, Paddy Power/Betfair, Ladbrokes, William Hill, Draft Kings and Fan Duel.
OpenBet is a world leader in sports betting entertainment. With over 25 years’ experience and a passion for innovation, OpenBet’s modular range of technology, content and services is entrusted by the globe’s biggest sports betting brands, lotteries, casinos and tribal operators. It is a leading business-to-business sports betting partner in the U.S., U.K., Australia and Canada, with a strong position in Europe and APAC. To date, OpenBet has over 100 global customers and a 100% uptime record across major sporting events
This role will support the IMG Arena and OpenBet businesses.
The Goal
The role will include supporting the commercial legal team with (i) the acquisition and sale of betting data and streaming rights for the IMG Arena business and (ii) the drafting and negotiation of services agreements for the various Open Bet technology and content products. The candidate will also be expected to provide ad hoc support to the compliance team as and when required.
You will be required to handle your own caseload. As such, the role is looking for lawyers who seek responsibility, are team players and have a positive attitude.
You will be a qualified lawyer (5-10 years PQE) with previous experience working in a commercial and compliance environment, ideally in-house legal experience within a sports and/or betting/casino organisation.
Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities
Providing legal support for the (i) acquisition and sale of betting rights, (ii) OpenBet suite of products and services and (iii) other matters ancillary to the betting business;
Support compliance team with EMEA region regulatory investigations and filings;
Pro-actively working with the legal team (London and International colleagues) to ensure that best practice and knowledge is understood, shared and utilised amongst the team;
Liaise with the business so that commercial, pragmatic and salient advice and guidance on business opportunities can be followed at all times;
Advise on contractual terms that impact regulatory compliance;
Assisting with new projects as and when appropriate;
Work with compliance team to administer corporate compliance programs, including Code of Conduct, Gifts & Hospitality, Whistleblower, and other governing policies.
The Player
Mandatory
Qualified lawyer with 5-10 years PQE who has worked in a commercial environment
Experience of drafting and negotiating commercial contracts
Desirable
In-house legal experience within a betting or media organization
Compliance experience
Has an interest in sport/betting
Experience of working with high level executives in own and client/customer organisations
Skills and Abilities
Mandatory
The ability to assimilate and understand salient points of commercial opportunities with both speed and accuracy
Excellent written and spoken English with a meticulous attention to and for detail
Ability to juggle and prioritise a varied and heavy workload with the ability to plan ahead
Able to work to deadlines with efficiency and accuracy
Able to communicate clearly and concisely with clients of all levels both internally and externally
Fully qualified Solicitor (5-10 years PQE)
What we can offer YOU:
Attractive benefits, an open and supportive environment as well as a modern and exciting workplace
The opportunity to interact with global teams on a regular basis as you and our business continues to develop & grow
Tangible and genuine development - at OpenBet, you can take your career where you want it to go!
And if that’s not enough; enjoy flexible working whilst we provide you with the guidance and development skills you need to progress and enhance your career
OpenBet is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.
#LI-CW1
#LI-Hybrid
Endeavor unites and brings people together in our love of sport, culture, and entertainment. We understand this can only be accomplished when we lead with a lens of diversity, equity, and inclusion in everything we do. As a global company that drives culture, we strive to reflect the world’s diverse voices.
Endeavor is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religion or belief.

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