Legal Counsel (Sydney)

Legal Counsel (Sydney)

01 Nov
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Ticketek
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Sydney

01 Nov

Ticketek

Sydney

Ticketek Entertainment Group (TEG) is a Live Experience Group that helps people discover, access and experience the unforgettable.
We believe Life is better live®.
With over 50 years in live entertainment, we sell more than 30 million tickets annually, connect with 30 million fans across Australia and New Zealand, and bring 18,000+ events to life each year.
Headquartered in Sydney, we operate globally across eight pillars: Ticketing, Live Touring, Sport, Immersive Experiences, Customer & Data Solutions, Venues, VIP Experiences and Partnerships.
Through our integrated operating model, we bring the best live content, ticketing and technology to our partners and create unforgettable memories that last a lifetimeOur values guide everything we do: we partner with purpose, empower boldness within clear boundaries, and celebrate human connection – always putting the fan first.The RoleAs Legal Counsel, you will report directly to the Group General Counsel and serve as a trusted advisor across every facet of the business.
You will tackle a dynamic mix of high-volume commercial contracts, IP, e-commerce, data privacy, dispute resolution, and strategic M&A; projects, ensuring our high-profile events are delivered with strong compliance and commercial success.RequirementsOutcomes to DeliverContracting & Commercial Support: Lead the drafting, negotiation, and execution of contracts across live event production, artists/talent, sporting teams/bodies, managers/agents, venues, partners, sponsors and suppliersPartnerships: Provide robust legal support to underpin commercial outcomes and develop strong business partnering relationshipsEvent Legal Advisory: Provide legal guidance on event planning, risk management, insurance,



and regulatory approvalsSponsorship & Brand Activation: Support commercial teams with sponsorship agreements, ensuring compliance with advertising and consumer lawsVenue & Licensing Agreements: Negotiate venue hire contracts, licensing arrangements, and service provider agreements for live events and sporting fixturesRegulatory Compliance: Advise on the regulatory environment and legislative changes, including consumer law, competition law, employment law, intellectual property and privacy/data protectionDispute & Incident Management: Assist with resolving disputes, managing claims, and responding to legal incidents arising from live events or sporting activitiesCapabilities to BringQualifications & experience: Admitted as a legal practitioner in NSW (or other Australian State), with up to 3 years' PQE within a corporate/commercial department of a large law firm and/or similar in-house experience, preferably within a consumer service provider, e-commerce/technology or live entertainment businessIndustry knowledge: Familiarity with live event operations, sports governance, and entertainment industry standardsGlobal contracting: Experience with international events, touring productions, or multi-jurisdictional contractingCommercial acumen: Excellent commercial acumen and plain English drafting and communication skillsProfessional qualities:



Engaging and personable with a wide range of stakeholders; results-focused and self-driven, comfortable with ambiguity; organised and efficient across multiple projects; high integrity and confidentialityBenefitsWe're Australasia's home of live entertainment – from stadium tours to your local comedy show – and we look after the people who make it happen.Front row perks: Front row and backstage access to live moments – free and discounted tickets to shows, sport and festivals across our network, plus presales and staff allocations for major on-salesA global stage: Headquartered in Sydney with offices across seven countries and four continents, working alongside some of the biggest names in Australian and international live entertainmentFlexibility: Hybrid and adaptable working, with flexible hours where your role allowsParental leave for everyone: Paid leave for primary caregivers regardless of gender, with real support returning to workLeave, your way: Annual leave plus extras like birthday leave and purchase leaveYour backstage crew: Confidential support via our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), including career coaching for you and your family, plus free flu vaccinationsGiving back: One paid volunteer day a year to support our communityYour next act: Structured development programs like Ticketek Academy, secondments to major events, and career paths tailored to your interests and skillsRecognition that means something: ALL STAR Awards and service milestones, celebrating the people and teams who bring our values to life every dayTEG is an equal opportunity employer committed to embracing a diverse and inclusive work environment.Learn more about TEG here –
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📌 Legal Counsel (Sydney)
🏢 Ticketek
📍 Sydney

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