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Overview The MLS Legal department is seeking a Paralegal to assist the Legal Affairs team with administrative tasks and certain tasks related to investigations, policies and presentations. Responsibilities Support League policy management, including drafting, distribution, and compliance. Assist with the preparation of PowerPoint presentations and other materials, including decks, guides, tracking charts, checklists, and reports. Assist (under supervision of MLS attorneys) with investigatory needs, including factual analyses, informational intake, and summaries. Manage documents and electronic files, and the process for responding to litigation discovery requests. Provide support for independent contractor processes, including working on templates and interfacing with internal stakeholders on departmental needs and engagement requests. Additional responsibilities as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree 2+ years at a law...

Overview The Partner Solutions & Insights department is a centralized, foundational support team dedicated to enabling new business efforts, current partner retention, and identifying/development of property-specific commercial opportunities across Major League Soccer (MLS) and Soccer United Marketing (SUM). The group is seeking a Director who has experience developing integrated marketing platforms and go-to-market narratives dedicated to driving commercial revenue. The Director will play a leading role in platform development and commercial packaging of new and priority sponsor platforms for Major League Soccer (“MLS”) and Soccer United Marketing (“SUM”) properties under the guidance of and collaboration with department leadership. The Director will do this by understanding and applying marketing mix learning, consumer insights, communication strategy and thinking, data-driven analysis, and industry and sponsorship knowledge. Responsibilities...

Overview As a member of the MLS/SUM (Soccer United Marketing) team, the Director, Brand Alliances will have a crucial role in developing and implementing a comprehensive strategy for partnership sales and retention. This position is based in the dynamic city of New York, NY and provides an exceptional opportunity to collaborate closely with the Vice President, Brand Alliances in creating a sponsorship strategy that enhances value, profitability, and growth for Major League Soccer. The primary focus of this role will be on leading new enterprise sales efforts, highlighting your exceptional ability to form strategic alliances. Responsibilities Prospect, develop, and sell new integrated business partnerships to achieve ambitious sales goals. Cultivate deep, meaningful relationships with national decision makers at leading brands, fostering long-term partnerships that support our properties and strategic priorities. Deliver flawless sales presentations and tailored...

Overview Major League Soccer seeks a dynamic professional with a proven track record of success in communications. Work experience in the areas of brand/consumer communications and sponsorship marketing, as well as significant experience in sports and/or entertainment is strongly preferred. The individual selected for this opportunity will have a deep understanding of all types of editorial media, including a strong grasp of the digital and social media landscape. Experience and significant relationships with editorial decision makers in the areas of business and lifestyle media are critical to this role.  This person who fills this role will possess an entrepreneurial spirit, acumen in executive communications and the ability to make decisions and executive plans in settings comparable to the fast-paced world of professional sports. The position is based in New York, NY. Responsibilities Lead communications strategy for organization’s key business units,...

Overview As Major League Soccer continues to accelerate fast-pace growth and harness transformational opportunities (such as Messi, Apple, World Cup), differentiating itself through brand purpose, creative thinking and expression will be critical drivers of success. The Creative Director will craft how the brand comes to life through design, language, and more, leading an exceptionally versatile team of in-house designers and working with creative agencies and other outside partners. The Creative Director will also lead all aspects of creative services for all other enterprise needs, including any Soccer United Marketing (SUM) properties (such as Leagues Cup, MexTour, and more).  Responsibilities Translate the MLS Brand Strategy into a creative vision and design system for the League Lead creative development process, including concept building for campaigns and activations, working with agencies and in-house teams as needed Oversee and manage in-house design...

Overview The Club Performance Group at Major League Soccer is seeking a highly organized, proactive, and analytical Senior Coordinator. The ideal candidate will possess strong Excel and PowerPoint skills, effective communication capabilities, and the ability to interact directly with senior executives. This role involves managing and supporting multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced and collaborative environment. Responsibilities Create and assess benchmarking reports to identify potential case studies and opportunities for improvement across MLS Clubs. Prepare detailed reports for senior League office executives, including the Commissioner. Create materials for the Club Sponsorships team, including creating sponsorship category toolkits, developing a prospecting and lead scoring system, discovering and analyzing new assets, and assisting with valuation modeling. Conduct assessments for the Club Ticketing team, assessing year-over-year trends in...

Overview Major League Soccer (MLS) in a generational growth opportunity, with a new 10-year broadcast deal with Apple, Lionel Messi in Miami and energy building towards World Cup 2026 in North America. To harness this momentum, we are re-imagining our digital ecosystem from the ground up with the goal of growing soccer fans’ connection with MLS and our clubs.   We are looking for an experienced and entrepreneurial VP of Marketing Technology to drive the modernization of our league-wide marketing technology stack. This role will take ownership of existing MarTech platforms (Email, SMS, Push, CDP, CMS, Analytics, etc.) and lead the modernization and transformation of our tech stack, empowering league and club marketers to move quickly, to engage fans more effectively and drive measurable business growth.   The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the modern Martech landscape, proven experience deploying marketing technology at...

Overview Developing world-class players is a core pillar for the long-term success and growth of Major League Soccer.  MLS NEXT is the best youth player development experience in North America providing youth players with the highest levels of competition and training to prepare them for their futures, both in soccer and in life. The governance structure of MLS NEXT promotes collaboration, fosters innovation, and harnesses the expertise of all Member Clubs which now includes over 140 Clubs and 600 Teams. MLS NEXT accelerates the development of the best players in the US and Canada through comprehensive programming for players, coaches, referees, and parents.  Clubs participating in MLS NEXT play through an 11-month season that concludes with playoffs and a final, crowning a national champion each season.   Position Summary Major League Soccer is looking for a dedicated, passionate, and experienced individual to grow and lead MLS NEXT. The...

Overview The Manager, Partnership Marketing will manage the day-to-day completion of all activities within assigned Partner Accounts along with other departmental projects as needed.  As the key account stakeholder, the manager will be responsible for delivering the highest level of client service while ensuring that effective activation programs are created and implemented.  The Manager will have a detailed understanding of their clients’ business goals and SUM’s larger business strategy and will apply data/insights to grow the business.  Responsibilities Primary day-to-day contact and account management with clients: Lead weekly calls (includes creating agendas and providing recap notes) Facilitate workstreams with internal staff Resolve partner issues Oversight of asset delivery, tracking, and recapping (i.e. player appearances, tickets, etc.) Facilitate special requests Provide strategic...

Overview This temporary position will support across several departments to manage Major League Soccer and Soccer United Marketing’s intellectual property portfolio. The intellectual property portfolio includes trademarks and copyrights for MLS clubs and other MLS/SUM properties, including MLS NEXT Pro, MLS NEXT and MLS GO. Responsibilities Perform searches and clearances for new proposed MLS and MLS club marks Partner with business teams to review IP matters with respect to new initiatives Submit filings for new marks, including collection and submission of specimen Manage USPTO office action responses Make timely filings to ensure ongoing protection of existing marks Advise on IP protection strategy and prepare cease and desist letters, as necessary Communicate with MLS and MLS NEXT PRO clubs on all intellectual property matters Manage outside counsel, particularly with respect to international IP portfolio management and MLS patent...

POSITION OVERVIEW: The Director of Safety & Security will be responsible for all Club security operations at Geodis Park. In addition, this position will also oversee all security operations at Vanderbilt Health and Training Center which functions as the 365 day a year training ground for the First team. This position will report to the Vice President of Facility & Stadium Operations. RESPONSIBILITIES: Serve as point of contact for all security measures implemented at Geodis Park. This position will collaborate very closely with other members of the Stadium Operations department to execute all events at Geodis Park including Nashville Soccer Club matches. Responsible for submitting all required submittals to MLS as outlined in the MLS Operations Manual. Thorough knowledge and adherence to the MLS Operations Guide. Manage all security operations at Geodis Park and Vanderbilt Health Training Center including, not limited to, 24-hour security...

POSITION OVERVIEW: The Sr. Manager, Premium Services & Sales will serve as the leader of the Premium Services team, working to deliver a world-class experience to all Nashville SC Premium Members. This position will be responsible for implementing and overseeing retention and renewal campaigns, identifying and creating new premium business opportunities, driving premium membership sales, and leading relationships with key internal departments and stakeholders. This position will report to the Sr. Director, Premium & Membership Services and collaborate closely with the Director, Ticket Sales for maximizing premium retention and sales. RESPONSIBILITIES: Serve as an overall leader for the premium team by spearheading new and current initiatives, managing department projects, and driving optimal results from all team members. Manage, mentor and lead each direct report, appropriately providing support, guidance, feedback and assistance. Guide team to meet...

Job Title:         Groundskeeper             Department:     Field Maintenance Reports To:      Head of Grounds Type:                 Full-Time Regular FLSA Status:    Non-Exempt Role Type:        Individual Contributor                  SUMMARY Seattle Sounders FC is a progressive high performing collection of people who strive to achieve the highest levels of our sport while making a transformative impact in our communities in the best soccer city in America. Our culture is focused on serving one of the most passionate sports fan bases in North America who are invested in the Sounders as much for our commitment to making a positive impact in our communities as they are for winning the 2019 MLS Cup...

Position : The Controller is part of the Finance Department for Minnesota United FC (MNUFC), a sports business located in the Twins Cities area of Minnesota and a member of Major League Soccer (MLS), the top tier soccer league in North America.   This position will report to the Senior Vice President, Finance and work collaboratively across all Club departments.   Job Description: We are seeking a detail oriented and experienced Controller to join our team.  The Controller will oversee all accounting responsibilities for MNUFC. In this position, you will directly manage the accounting, accounts payable and payroll processes to ensure that business is operating effectively, supported by data driven decision making and sound financial and operating controls. This position requires collaboration and cross-functional teamwork across all aspects of the Club.   You will be given a unique opportunity to see the wide-ranging impact the...

Overview This position will support the SVP, Consumer Products as well as the wider team across the retail, licensing and gaming initiatives. Responsibilities Daily product approval management for both retail and premiums Complete setup of Adobe portal Licensee sales reporting and MG / royalty invoicing Internal department orders / requests Business term sheet blocking & tackling Omnichannel partner RFP support Assist with ShopMNT – building the assortment, partnering with our internal team on digital marketing plans and performance monitoring Meeting scribe, executive recaps, and excellent presentation building skills to inform broader Consumer Products group and leadership with clear and concise next steps Ad hoc support across Collectibles, Premiums, Gaming and New Business development as requested Perform special projects and other assignments as requested Qualifications 5+ years of experience in...

Carolina Core FC is an independent MLS Next Pro club based in High Point, NC. The club is currently seeking a Merchandise Coordinator to assist its MLS NEXT Pro Marketing Department.  Reports to:  Chief Marketing Officer    Position Overview: Duties and Responsibilities   Manage the day-to-day operations of merchandise/retail  Process online orders and shipments  Create and maintain organized systems for merchandise/retail  Inventory Management: receiving, restocks, track movements and inventory levels.  Prepare orders for internal CCFC departments: sponsorship, consignment, events, etc.  Ability to set up attractive product displays in-store and at activations or events.  Create training materials for retail staff to increase revenue and build strong team members.   Manage retail team- schedules, training and duties  Activations: schedule staff, manage inventory needs and...

Carolina Core FC is an independent MLS Next Pro club based in High Point, NC. The club is currently seeking a Marketing Coordinator to assist its MLS NEXT Pro marketing department.   Reports to the Chief Marketing Officer   Position Overview: Duties and Responsibilities   Organize marketing (including digital) campaigns within the marketing department.  Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to coordinate content production.  Organize and execute marketing content calendars.  Social media/Digital Marketing: post content and write copy in coordination with the Media/Communications Manager.   Conduct market research to gather relevant data.  Analyze sales data, customer purchasing behaviors, and market trends.  Maintain efficient systems for processes within the marketing department.  Develop positive relationships and brand awareness within the community.  Invoice filing and other...

JOB TITLE:   Head Coach U12, Academy REPORTING TO:   Director, Academy DEPARTMENT:  Sporting LOCATION:   City Football Academy; Orangeburg, New York and St. Johns University; Queens New York Academy: Orangeburg, New York   POSITION OVERVIEW: As the U12 Head Coach you will have the overall responsibility in the continued development of the U12. Through the delivery of NYCFC coaching philosophy and managing Individual Development Plans for the players. As the Head Coach you will lead the interdisciplinary team in achieving individual and team goals. It is important that you are willing and able to work together across departments and other age groups. Oversee and lead the development of our U12 team, in collaboration with our other U12 Head coach. You will be responsible for the development program of the team and individuals, working in a multidisciplinary environment. We believe in working multidisciplinary across...

The primary responsibilities will be selling all premium seating properties for Timbers.  Incorporated in premium seating at Providence Park is Luxury Suites on a multi-year, annual and nightly basis, Timbers Annual Memberships and Timbers premium hospitality.   Essential Functions/ Major Responsibilities: Sell Luxury Suites on a multi-year, annual, and nightly basis Sell Annual Memberships for Timbers in premium seating areas Tanner Ridge  Field Seats Lexus Lounge Club seats Sell Timbers premium hospitality spaces for group outings Provide exemplary, proactive customer service to all premium seating clients during the sales effort, as well as during the sales follow-through Create and manage an active network to continuously prospect for new business Attend community networking functions throughout the Portland metro area Generate incremental ticket revenue from existing accounts via referrals and account...

RESPONSIBLE TO  | Director, Social Media SUPERVISES  | N/A STATUS  | Full-Time   COMPANY BACKGROUND The Houston Dynamo Football Club (HDFC) is a multi-faceted organization dedicated to inspiring and supporting soccer participation and growth in Houston, TX and beyond. The Club’s brands include men's and women's professional teams - the Houston Dynamo (MLS) and Houston Dash (NWSL), a development academy, Houston Dynamo Dash Charities, as well as Shell Energy Stadium and Houston Sports Park.   The Club has a rich history, including MLS Cup titles (2006, 2007) and in-season tournament championships for both the Dynamo (2018) and Dash (2020) and is focused on building toward the next championships, inspiring and uniting the city of Houston through the sport of soccer and community outreach, and creating the most inclusive sporting experience and diverse fan base in the city and state.     PURPOSE OF THE JOB This role is...