Dick's Sporting Goods

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:

This position is ideal for an experienced attorney looking to join a dynamic in-house legal team to lead DICK’S public company related work and support all aspects of its corporate governance. This role requires cross-functional collaboration with teammates in Accounting, Treasury, Investor Relations, Business Development, Sustainability and Executive Compensation. Primary responsibility for this role is to lead the legal work related to (i) SEC compliance, public company disclosure and reporting, (ii) corporate governance matters, and (iii) capital market transactions. This role is based in Pittsburgh, PA at our corporate headquarters.

• Responsible for securities law compliance and filings (10-Ks, 10-Qs, 8-Ks, proxy statements, and Section 16 reporting), capital markets transactions (including debt offerings and credit facilities), subsidiary management, stockholder matters, stock exchange matters, earnings releases, compliance and related policies, ESG support, and equity administration.
• Lead and/or support mergers and acquisitions, corporate venture investments and strategic transactions.
• Manage board/committee and stockholder matters, including preparation of agendas, meeting materials and drafting of minutes. Manage, advise, and provide guidance on rules and trends relating to corporate and securities laws.
• Supervisory Responsibility: Demonstrated capability in supervising the work of others, directing tasks and maintaining productivity.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Juris Doctor Degree and licensed to practice in Pennsylvania or ability to obtain a Pennsylvania license
• 7-10 years of total experience with prior law firm experience representing Fortune 500 companies preferred; in-house experience at a public company is a plus
• This role is based in Pittsburgh, PA at our HQ and would require relocation
• High degree of professionalism and integrity
• Practical thinker that is able to translate technical legal analysis into sound business advice/counsel
• Strong contract interpretation skills
• Ability to clearly and concisely communicate legal matters to non-lawyers
• Ability to deal with new issues every day
• Ability to handle multiple projects at once
• Juris Doctor Degree and licensed to practice in Pennsylvania or ability to obtain a Pennsylvania license
• 7-10 years of total experience with prior law firm experience representing Fortune 500 companies preferred; in-house experience at a public company is a plus
• This role is based in Pittsburgh, PA at our HQ and would require relocation
• High degree of professionalism and integrity
• Practical thinker that is able to translate technical legal analysis into sound business advice/counsel
• Strong contract interpretation skills
• Ability to clearly and concisely communicate legal matters to non-lawyers
• Ability to deal with new issues every day
• Ability to handle multiple projects at once