Director - Corporate Counsel - Commercial and Strategic Initiatives

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Centro, Maripí, Boyacá, COL
In-Office
Senior level
Retail • Sports
The Role
Provide commercial legal support for strategic growth initiatives: structure, negotiate, and draft partnership, licensing, vendor, and services agreements; advise cross-functional leaders on legal and business risks; manage outside counsel; and drive process improvements to support enterprise deals from concept through execution.
Summary Generated by Built In

At DICK’S Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams.  We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, reflecting the communities we serve.

If you are ready to make a difference as part of the world’s greatest sports team, apply to join our team today!

OVERVIEW:

About the Role:

This position is ideal for a high-impact attorney (3-5+ years) looking to join a dynamic in-house legal team and be at the center of DICK’S growth strategy.  The role will partner with lead deal counsel on structuring, negotiating and advising on a broad range of strategic initiatives, commercial transactions, vendor partnerships, and other growth and collaboration opportunities, partnering closely with business stakeholders to advance the company’s enterprise priorities. The ideal candidate is highly collaborative and combines strong commercial drafting and negotiation skills with practical, business-oriented judgment.

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Deal Negotiation, Management and Drafting

  • Coordinates with lead deal counsel to structure, negotiate, and draft agreements for a broad range of commercial transactions, including partnership and strategic collaboration agreements, term sheets, letters of intent, joint business and co-marketing arrangements, licensing arrangements, merchandise agreements, and vendor and services agreements supporting retail, marketing and technology initiatives.

  • Drives end-to-end deal execution, managing timelines and delivering clear, actionable deal communications.

Advice & Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Provides practical, business-oriented advice to key stakeholders throughout the deal lifecycle. 

  • Identifies, analyzes, and resolves legal, regulatory, and strategic risks across commercial deals by engaging and coordinating with subject matter experts across the legal department.  

  • Collaborates with the business development, merchandising, technology, marketing, finance, and other cross-functional teams to solve complex problems and advance deal objectives.

Outside Counsel Interaction

  • Partners with and manages outside counsel on key transactions and significant matters.   

Department Operations

  • Participates and assists in department projects and initiatives. 

  • Supports continuous process improvement and data-driven decision-making. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Advanced Degree

  • JD Degree

  • 3-5 years of experience

  • We are looking for an attorney with strong training and experience working in a law firm and/or corporate legal department.  M&A and deal experience strongly preferred.

VIRTUAL REQUIREMENTS:

At DICK’S, we thrive on innovation and authenticity. That said, to protect the integrity and security of our hiring process, we ask that candidates do not use AI tools (like ChatGPT or others) during interviews or assessments.

To ensure a smooth and secure experience, please note the following:

  • Cameras must be on during all virtual interviews.

  • AI tools are not permitted to be used by the candidate during any part of the interview process.

  • Offers are contingent upon a satisfactory background check which may include ID verification.

If you have any questions or need accommodations, we’re here to help. Thanks for helping us keep the process fair and secure for everyone!


Skills Required

  • JD degree
  • 3-5 years of legal experience
  • Experience practicing law in a law firm or corporate legal department
  • Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills
  • Experience with commercial transactions and deal work
  • Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) experience
  • Business-oriented mindset; translate legal concepts into practical advice
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
  • Highly collaborative, team-oriented approach and ability to manage multiple complex projects
  • High level of professionalism, integrity, and sound judgment

Dick's Sporting Goods Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Dick's Sporting Goods and has not been reviewed or approved by Dick's Sporting Goods.

  • Healthcare Strength — Offers medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life and disability insurance for eligible full-time teammates. Feedback suggests mental health resources, free counseling, and generous fertility benefits (including multiple IVF cycles in some cases) enhance perceived healthcare value.
  • Retirement Support — Provides a company-matching 401(k) with eligibility extending to part-time teammates, along with a 529 college savings plan and the ability to take loans against 401(k) savings. Feedback suggests these features are seen as competitive for retail and add meaningful long-term value.
  • Parental & Family Support — Includes paid parental leave and adoption assistance, alongside everyday supports like DailyPay for flexible access to earned wages. Feedback suggests these family-oriented benefits complement base pay for many teammates.

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The Company
HQ: Coraopolis, PA
28,222 Employees
Year Founded: 2014

What We Do

YOU LIVE AND BREATHE SPORTS. SO DO WE. In work and in life. On the field, the court or the ice. Nothing wins like a commitment to excellence; to your team and your goals. At DICK’S Sporting Goods, it’s this kind of thinking that inspires our mission. Our culture is the result of people who give their all and always have their head in the game. People who are Passionate, Committed, Skilled and Driven to help athletes – and one another – achieve their personal best. That includes sharing our success to fund local teams, coaches and mentors. Sports can shape who we are and who we’re becoming. They can build character, transform communities and change lives. Our recognition of the power of sports creates a sense of purpose that empowers us to perform at the highest level for the athletes and communities we serve. If you love sports as much as we do, join us now. Opportunities exist at our 800+ Retail Stores, 5 Distribution Centers, and Corporate/Customer Support Center in Pittsburgh. Apply online at: DicksSportingGoods.jobs Headquartered in Pittsburgh, DICK'S also owns and operates Golf Galaxy and House of Sport stores, as well as GameChanger, a youth sports mobile app for scheduling, communications, live scorekeeping and video streaming. DICK'S offers its products through a dynamic eCommerce platform that is integrated with its store network and provides athletes with the convenience and expertise of a 24-hour storefront. To learn more about DICK'S visit our: Investor Relations Page: investors.dicks.com Check Out Our Sideline Report: investors.dicks.com/news/sideline-report Search & Apply for Jobs: dicks.com/jobs

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