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.

Launched in 2021, Fanatics Betting and Gaming is the online and retail sports betting subsidiary of Fanatics Holdings Inc., a global digital sports platform. The Fanatics Sportsbook is available to nearly 93% of the addressable online sports bettor market in the U.S. in the following states: Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia and Wyoming. Fanatics Casino is currently available online in Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and West Virginia. Fanatics Betting and Gaming operates nineteen retail locations including retail sportsbooks outside of Progressive Field and Nationwide Arena and the only sportsbook inside an NFL stadium at Commanders Field. Fanatics Betting and Gaming is headquartered in New York with offices in Denver and Dublin, Ireland.