Senior Counsel

The Senior Counsel, Policy, Integrity & Compliance is responsible for leading Major League Baseball’s compliance programs and assisting with other policy and integrity matters as needed. The role will strategically lead compliance and risk assessment/mitigation efforts by overseeing policies, procedures, and controls. This role involves conducting audits for continuous improvement; and collaborating with stakeholders across the organization to help achieve business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day business-related matters, inquiries, and disclosures that arise pursuant to MLB-issued compliance policies
• Develop comprehensive risk management plans for various business units and projects
• Ensure compliance with applicable state and federal laws and regulations
• Manage distribution of MLB-issued compliance related policies to MLB and Club personnel and third-party vendors
• Enforce MLB’s existing compliance policies and work to develop new policies
• Educate and train MLB and Club personnel and third-party vendors on MLB compliance programs and related legal developments
• Oversee disclosures and certifications by MLB personnel regarding MLB-issued compliance related policies, in order to ensure MLB personnel have successfully met all mandatory annual and periodic compliance requirements
• Investigate alleged violations of MLB compliance policies in coordination with other MLB units
• Track and respond to new compliance matters as reported through MLB’s reporting tools
• Represent MLB’s interests in the legislative and rulemaking processes at the state and federal level through in-person meetings with legislators and regulators and testimony when necessary
• Support MLB’s business and operations units’ existing vendor and supplier risk management programs including risk reviews, contract management, and ongoing monitoring
• Report on the status of compliance and key risk indicators to executive management, clearly communicating complex compliance concepts and emerging risks
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to embed compliance and risk management considerations into business strategy and operations
• Provide additional support to MLB’s policy and integrity efforts as needed

Qualifications & Skills

• J.D. and a minimum of 5 years legal experience required
• This position is based in New York City and requires in-office attendance five days per week
• Strong oral and written communication (including editing) skills
• Professional demeanor, organized, and detail-oriented
• Ability to manage deliverables with time-sensitive deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and organization
• Intermittent domestic and international travel required
• Experience drafting corporate policies and submissions to regulatory bodies is strongly preferred
• Fluency in Spanish (oral and written) is preferred
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office required and advanced knowledge of Word, PowerPoint, and Excel preferred

Other Key Attributes

• Candidate must have a proven track record of developing and driving multiple product initiatives from start to finish
• Superior leadership skills, including ability to prioritize multiple demands, use good judgment, and make decisions that greatly impact the business
• Strong expectation management, influencing, and conflict resolution skills
• Strong ability to collaborate across various groups and build relationships
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically, work independently, and develop strategies to prioritize legal issues
• Ability to quickly build credibility and influence among executives and peers

Salary Range: $235,000 - $265,000 (Base Salary) + Bonus

As a candidate for this position, your salary and related elements of compensation will be contingent upon your work experience, education, skills and any other factors Major League Baseball (MLB) considers relevant to the hiring decision. In addition to your salary, MLB believes in providing a competitive compensation and benefits package for its employees. 

Top MLB Perks & Benefits

• Competitive Benefits Package
• Company 401K Contribution
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Access to Free Tickets to Baseball Games & TV
• Discounts at MLB Store | com
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Onsite/Online Training & Development Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• Pet Insurance