LEGAL SPECIALIST - INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY & RIGHTS PROTECTION

Take the chance to work for the Organization in charge of delivering one of the biggest and most prestigious events in sport field! Feel the Olympic and Paralympic energy joining us at Fondazione Milano Cortina 2026, leaving a mark in the sport history! BREAK THE ICE! Fondazione Milano Cortina 2026 is the Organizing Committee for the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games of 2026, carrying on the organization, promotion and communication of the sporting and cultural events related to the next Winter Games. We are driven by the following values : respect, determination, legacy, engagement and sustainability. Milano Cortina 2026 will be the first large-scale Olympics in history: 13 Olympic venues, 21 provincial capitals, 2,300 municipalities directly involved, over an area of 22,000 square km. The Milano Cortina 2026 Organizing Committee has been established in 2019 with the purpose of organizing Olympic and Paralympic Games in compliance with the Host City Contract signed jointly by the International Olympic Committee (IOC), the two cities of Milano and Cortina and the Italian National Olympic Committee (CONI). Furthermore, the Italian Paralympic Committee, the Regions of Lombardy and Veneto, as well as the Autonomous Provinces of Trento and Bolzano/Bozen are all partners in this major national-level project, with the support of the Italian Government. We are seeking a Legal Specialist with expertise in Intellectual Property and Rights Protection to join our dynamic Legal Team. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the legal aspects of a globally recognized event and to work closely with prestigious international organizations, including the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) . Key Responsibilities The successful candidate will: Intellectual Property (IP) : Handle activities related to trademark law and copyright law from both Italian and international perspectives. Assist in drafting and negotiating contracts for the executive production of Ceremonies, the Olympic/Paralympic Torch Relay, and content licensing. Olympic & Paralympic Rights : Manage and protect the intellectual property specific to the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Enforce legislation against unfair practices (e.g., Ambush Marketing) associated with global sporting events. Trademark Management : Perform trademark prosecution and handle pre-litigation matters. Draft cease-and-desist letters and coordinate with the IOC Legal Team on trademark conflicts. Copyright Law : Conduct in-depth analyses of copyright issues, particularly in entertainment, music, and cinema. Oversee legal aspects of creative content management. Policy Development : Draft and coordinate policies and procedures related to Rights Protection as required by Fondazione and the IOC. Contract & Licensing : Draft and review contracts related to digital/software industries, education, culture, and ambassador programs. Manage legal documents for media rights and TV production in compliance with antitrust and audiovisual regulations. Ticketing & Hospitality : Prepare and implement programs in collaboration with the IOC and Hospitality Provider. General Legal Tasks : Draft NDAs, image rights waivers, and letters of undertaking for employees and consultants. Maintain and upload contract records to the IOC digital system. Education and Skills : Proven legal research and opinion-writing capabilities. Proficiency in drafting high-quality legal/commercial documents in both Italian and English. Expertise in sports sponsorships, marketing, and legal aspects of new technologies. Knowledge of image rights and endorsement agreements. Familiarity with media law, particularly TV rights and audiovisual media regulations. Languages : Fluency in English is essential. French proficiency is an advantage. Other Requirements : Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, including occasional work on weekends. Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively. Proficiency with MS Office and other IT tools. Strong interpersonal skills for collaborating with internal teams, prestigious organizations, business partners, suppliers, and media rightsholders. Fondazione Milano Cortina 2026 is committed in building an inclusive and diversified working environment, striving to guarantee equal opportunities for all workers (L.903/77) and promote the integration into its workforce of persons with disabilities (L.68/99).