Legal Counsel - London

At The IRONMAN Group, our purpose is clear: to inspire people to unlock their greatest potential through sport, pushing beyond limits to become the fullest expression of human achievement. Through our BE ICONIC vision, we are building the most loved brands, producing the world’s most inspiring events, and fostering deeply engaged communities that change lives. By 2028, we aim to empower over a million athletes to cross a finish line each year and inspire a billion people worldwide through the power of the human spirit. As part of our team, you’ll join a high-performance, caring culture where innovation thrives, communities are uplifted, and every achievement, big or small, is celebrated. You’ll help shape experiences that fill hearts, consume minds, and enrich souls. This is more than a job. It’s a chance to be part of a global movement, to lead from the front, and to leave a legacy. Together, we create moments that last a lifetime. The IRONMAN Group is the world's largest operator of mass participation sports, delivering over 200+ events a year across 55+ countries thanks to a passionate global team. For more information, visit www.ironman.com/about-ironman-group.

We are seeking a highly motivated individual in Tampa, Florida / Boulder, Colorado / London, United Kingdom for the position of:

LEGAL COUNSEL

What You’ll Be Doing

• Step into a role where no two days are the same, and your impact is felt far beyond your desk. You will:
• Draft, review and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements, including sponsorship and marketing agreements, licensing arrangements, strategic partnership agreements, vendor agreements, event services agreements, and venue-related contracts.
• Advise business teams on contract structure, legal and commercial risk, risk allocation and practical negotiation positions.
• Support non-standard transactions and evolving commercial models, escalating complex or material issues appropriately.
• Provide clear, practical and timely legal guidance that helps internal stakeholders achieve commercial objectives while managing legal risk.
• Work with colleagues and external counsel on international and cross-border commercial matters, including local legal requirements and enforceability issues.
• Use and help improve contract templates, playbooks and repeatable negotiation approaches to promote consistency and efficient delivery of legal support.
• Manage a varied workload in a fast-paced, global business and collaborate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders across functions and geographies.

What You Bring to the Team

We’re looking for someone who doesn’t just tick boxes, but thrives in our fast-paced, global environment. Ideally, you have:

• 3-6 years of relevant legal experience, gained in a law firm and/or an in-house commercial legal team (for UK applicants, 1-4 PQE as a guide).
• Law degree or equivalent legal qualification appropriate to the jurisdiction of practice
• Licensed or otherwise qualified to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction (U.S. or U.K., as applicable).
• Experience drafting and negotiating commercial agreements; experience with sponsorship, marketing, licensing, partnerships, procurement, vendor, event services or venue agreements is desirable.
• Sound judgement and the ability to identify material legal and commercial issues, propose practical solutions and escalate when appropriate.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain legal issues in practical business terms.
• Strong organization and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A collaborative, responsive and commercially minded approach, with an interest in working across a global and cross-functional business.
• Experience supporting international or cross-border matters is helpful but not essential.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

At The IRONMAN Group, we’re not just building careers—we’re building lifestyles driven by passion, performance, and purpose.

• A culture you can feel – Step into an open, modern, and friendly environment where teamwork crosses borders and cultures and ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE.
• Live the race – Free entries to our legendary endurance events, so you can experience the event spirit first-hand.
• Grow without limits – Access to our online learning platform and other trainings to keep your skills sharp and your curiosity alive.
• We’ve got your back – Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is here to support you with both personal and professional challenges.
• Family comes first – An attractive parental leave policy that goes beyond statutory requirements.
• Work on your terms – Flexible hours and home-office options let you balance your career with the things that matter most.

The world is your office – Travel the globe while contributing to world-class events and thrilling international projects.

We are looking forward to receiving your application (including your salary expectations and your notice period).

Are you interested?