The Company
Seaport Entertainment Group is a premier entertainment & hospitality company that owns and operates a unique collection of assets positioned at the intersection of entertainment and real estate. Seaport Entertainment Group’s focus is to deliver unparalleled customer experiences through a combination of restaurant, live entertainment, sports, retail and hospitality offerings integrated into one-of-a-kind real estate. Our assets include the Seaport neighborhood in Lower Manhattan and the Las Vegas Aviators® Triple-A Minor League Baseball team and Las Vegas Ballpark, as well as the company's ownership stake in Jean-Georges Restaurants and its interest in the air rights above the Fashion Show Mall, which may be used to create a new casino and hotel on the Las Vegas Strip.
About The Role:
Seaport Entertainment Group is seeking a highly skilled Senior Paralegal to join our New York office, reporting to the Deputy General Counsel. This role will also collaborate with SEG’s Finance, HR, IT, Marketing, Hospitality, and Sponsorship teams as needed. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience from an in-house legal department or law firm, with a focus on contract review and negotiation, legal entity management litigation case tracking, and basic corporate governance/SEC compliance.
What You Will Do
- Draft, review and negotiate (via redline markups, and occasionally, calls or Zoom meetings with contract counterparties) basic legal contracts (special event agreements, contractor and consultant professional service agreements, restaurant venue buy-out agreements, marketing agreements, NDAs, LOIs, purchase orders, etc.) and escalate critical issues to supervising attorney when appropriate for support
- Manage legal entity records, organizational charts, formation documents, limited liability company agreements, and annual franchise tax payments in coordination with Corporation Service Company
- Support administrative insurance litigation claims management, coordinating with insurance claims representatives and tracking status of all litigation matters
- Administrate liquor license filing documents for our restaurant venues, by providing our outside counsel with documents and information required to be filed with NY State Liquor Authority (preferred, not required)
- Provide corporate governance support, including Board of Directors materials (via Diligent) and Annual Shareholder Meeting logistics
- Assist with SEC and other regulatory filings
- Partner with cross-functional teams across SEG on legal and business initiatives
- Ensure compliance, accuracy, and timeliness across all legal processes
About You:
- Bachelor’s degree required and related work experience
- 7+ years of experience in a legal department (in-house or law firm)
- Comfortable with independently drafting and negotiating basic, straightforward contractor and consultant agreements, event/venue agreements, purchase orders, NDAs and simple real estate license agreements, using our company forms under supervision of Deputy General Counsel
- Strong knowledge of legal entity formation and management, drafting limited liability company agreements, and updating company structure charts
- Experience with (or willing to learn) providing outside counsel with administrative documents, forms and information for liquor license filings with the NY State Liquor Authority
- Experience with general corporate governance and SEC compliance
- Strong interest in learning and mastering new competencies and being challenged with stretch assignments
- Highly detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines independently
- Excellent communication, drafting, and organizational skills
- Familiarity with legal terminology and commercial contract structures
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Diligent board management software
- Experience with Broadridge, Computershare, and DTCC (not required, but nice to have)
We encourage candidates to apply even if they do not meet every listed qualification. We value transferable skills and a willingness to learn. While many aspects of this role can be taught, experience with contract drafting, review, and negotiation is essential.
Compensation range: $105,000 – $150,000 per year
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES
Please note that Seaport Entertainment Group does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, SEG will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, SEG explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Seaport Entertainment Group.
This job description is not meant to be an “all-inclusive” list of the duties and responsibilities of this job. Other related duties and responsibilities may be assigned. Seaport Entertainment Group reserves the right to change or modify job duties as necessary based on business necessity.
OUR BENEFITS
Taking care of our people is at the heart of everything we do and we’re committed to supporting our team with benefits that promote well-being, balance, and growth. From health and wellness to professional development and unique perks, our benefits are designed to help you thrive. Benefits may vary based on employment type and status and may include:
Medical, dental & vision coverage
401(k) with company match contributions
Life insurance coverage
Generous paid time off policy
Free family meal
50% employee discount at our businesses
A robust employee referral bonus program
GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES
To us, your career is more than a job—its a journey. Whether you’re just starting your career or looking to take the next step, you’ll have access to diverse experiences within restaurants, entertainment, sports, retail, and hospitality to gain exposure across different industries and roles. Our goal is to promote from within, offering mentorship, collaboration, resources and clear paths to advancement as you build valuable skills. In our culture, growth isn’t just encouraged—it’s expected, and we’re here to support you every step of the way.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES
Please note that The Seaport Corporation does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, SEG will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Seaport explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Seaport Corporation.
This job description is not meant to be an “all-inclusive” list of the duties and responsibilities of this job. Other related duties and responsibilities may be assigned. The Seaport Corporation reserves the right to change or modify job duties as necessary based on business necessity.
