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Colorado RapidsVP of Compliance and Regulatory AffairsDenver, COFull-time
• Senior level

As our VP of Compliance and Regulatory Affairs, you are the Rapids' primary advisor on compliance and regulatory matters and a trusted partner to executive leadership. You provide support across sporting and commercial functions, balancing risk management with the practical realities of a fast- moving professional sports environment.

You are equally comfortable advising on player and technical matters, league (MLS, US Soccer and FIFA) governance and compliance, and day-to-day operational issues. You serve as the legal connective tissue between the Rapids, Major League Soccer, and Kroenke Sports & Entertainment, ensuring alignment with league rules and applicable laws, while maintaining the Rapids' independent operational needs and culture.

JOB SPECIFICSJob Title: Colorado Rapids, VP of Compliance and Regulatory AffairsDepartment: ExecutiveBusiness Unit: Colorado RapidsLocation: Denver, ColoradoReports To: PresidentEmployment Type: Full time - SalariedSupervisor Position: Yes

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Club Wide Legal Leadership

• Serve as the primary compliance and regulatory advisor to the Rapids' executive leadership and sporting department heads.
• Provide practical, risk-based guidance that enables decision-making while protecting the club's legal, financial, and reputational interests.
• Act as the central point of coordination between the Rapids and KSE Legal on Rapids, cross entity, or enterprise-wide matters.

Contract Management

• Support sporting operations with contracts relating to players, technical staff, consultants, performance providers, scouting services, and sporting operations vendors.
• Administer a wide range of sporting agreements, including intellectual property licenses, independent contractor agreements, consulting agreements, and vendor/service provider contracts.
• Implement and manage contract lifecycle processes, including templates, approval, workflows, renewal tracking, and internal record-keeping.

Sporting, League and Regulatory Compliance

• Advise on and ensure compliance with MLS and FIFA Rules and Regulations, including roster mechanisms, employment structures, player agreements, training compensation and solidarity payments, and league policies
• Act as club representative on FIFA TMS and serve as the primary contact for the FIFA Legal Portal and Clearinghouse platforms.
• Support league reporting, submissions, and audits in coordination with MLS and KSE.
• Monitor changes to league rules, federation requirements, and relevant laws, proactively advising leadership on impacts and implementation.
• Participate in league legal working groups, training sessions, and conference calls as required.
• Support the Assistant Director of Player Personnel on all club immigration matters.

Risk Management and Policies

• Assist in the development, review, and enforcement of internal policies and procedures across all departments.
• Support company risk management initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve legal processes, document standards, training, and internal education.
• Dispute Resolution and External Counsel Management
• Manage sporting disputes, claims, and prelitigation matters involving the club.
• Oversee and coordinate outside counsel as necessary, including budgeting, strategy alignment, and matter management.
• Support responses to league, regulatory, or third-party claims regarding sporting matters.

Management

• Supervisor of Rapids Director of Safeguarding and Head of School.

Other

• Support special projects and strategic initiatives as directed by the Rapids President, Rapids CBO, and KSE General Counsel.
• Other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

• Typical office conditions
• Ability to work nights, weekends, including standing at sporting or other events for extended periods of time
• Occasional travel to other markets for league meetings, client entertainment, and other related business development activity

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Juris Doctorate (JD) or equivalent from an accredited law school.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in corporate transactional law or regulatory compliance.
• Advanced negotiating and writing skills, with a strong ability to draft and review legal documents, analyze complex issues, and provide practical, business-oriented solutions.
• Proven track record in managing complex legal matters, including litigation, transactions, and compliance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with contract management systems.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to manage multiple tasks and subject matters efficiently.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly and effectively.

Preferred

• Spanish or Portuguese Fluency
• Experience in sports law and youth sports

OTHER

Compensation:

• Base salary range: $150,000 - $175,000
• Eligible for annual discretionary bonus

Benefits Include:

• 12 Paid Company Holidays
• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long-term Disability
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending plans (FSAs)
• 401K/Employer Match

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