Director Employment and Litigation

Job Summary:

The Director of Litigation & Employment will be responsible for overseeing and managing the Company’s litigation, as well as working closely with our People team to manage a range of employment law matters. Reporting to the VP of Legal Affairs, this role is crucial in ensuring the Company’s legal interests are protected while fostering a positive and compliant workplace culture. The ideal candidate will possess a robust litigation background and significant experience in employment law, ideally within tech or other high-growth/fast-paced industries. 

Key Responsibilities:

1. Litigation Management:
   • Develop and implement litigation strategies in collaboration with external legal counsel and the legal team of our parent company, Fanatics Holdings, Inc.
   • Manage and oversee all aspects of litigation, including pre-litigation disputes, lawsuits, and arbitration.
   • Evaluate and mitigate legal risks associated with current and potential litigation.
   • Prepare and review legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and settlement agreements.
2. Employment Law Oversight:
   • Advise on and handle employment-related legal matters, including but not limited to employee disputes, terminations, and compliance with labor laws and regulations.
   • Conduct investigations into employee complaints and legal claims, ensuring fair and thorough resolution.
   • Work with the People team to ensure compliance with employment laws, including wage and hour regulations, workplace safety, and anti-discrimination laws.
3. Strategic Counsel:
   • Provide proactive legal advice to senior management on litigation and employment-related issues.
   • Keep abreast of legal developments and industry trends to anticipate potential legal challenges and opportunities.
   • Understand the nuances of the regulated nature of the gaming industry and provide counsel based on that knowledge

 

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in litigation with a meaningful focus on employment law.
• Experience in the tech industry highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of both state and federal employment laws and regulations.
• Proven ability to manage complex legal matters and work with external counsel effectively.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities and the ability to work well under pressure.

Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet. Through the Fanatics platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform. Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,500 athletes and celebrities, and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail stores. Our more than 22,000 employees are committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience and delighting sports fans globally.