Job Description
Job Description
Confidential Search: NBA Player Agent
On behalf of our client
Job Title: NBA Player Agent
Location: Miami, FL (Primary Hub) | Flexible U.S. Travel
Type: Contract / Partner Track | Hybrid (Market-Based Engagement)
About the Client
Yorktown Search Partners has been exclusively retained to recruit an NBPA-certified agent on behalf of our client-an elite legal-first global sports agency uniting athlete representation with in-house legal counsel, branding, and wealth structuring.
The agency's NBA division is actively building a premier roster of top draft prospects, G-League talent, and established NBA players. This role is designed for a high-performing, certified agent ready to recruit, negotiate, and close major endorsement deals in a competitive landscape.
Key Responsibilities
Athlete Recruitment & Representation
- Identify, recruit, and manage NBA draft entrants, G-League players, and active NBA talent
- Build relationships with AAU programs, NCAA coaches, and international scouting networks (Europe, Africa)
Contract Negotiation
- Negotiate NBPA-standard player contracts, extensions, and max-deal agreements
- Collaborate with in-house legal team on CBA compliance and arbitration
Endorsements & Media
- Secure premium endorsements across footwear, apparel, media, gaming, and lifestyle sectors
- Partner with branding and media units to produce content and PR campaigns
International & Draft Pathways
- Engage and manage global talent (FIBA prospects), including international transfer agreements
- Oversee pre-draft preparation, training, and sponsorship alignment
NIL Engagement (College-Level)
- Represent and retain NIL athletes as they transition into the NBA draft pipeline
Qualifications
- NBPA Agent Certification (Required)
- 3+ years of experience negotiating NBA or G-League contracts
- Demonstrated success in player representation (draft, G-League, or NBA veterans)
- Familiarity with the NBA CBA, cap structures, and incentive systems
- Strong network in NCAA, AAU, and international basketball communities
Compensation & Structure
- Commissions: Up to 4% of player contracts (NBPA standard)
- Endorsement Deals: 10-20% commission on sponsorships
- Equity Track: Early-stage participation in the clients IPO-focused multi-sport equity model
- Support Infrastructure: Full legal, branding, and negotiation support, allowing agents to focus on athlete acquisition and dealmaking
Why This Opportunity?
- Legal-first advantage: Embedded legal counsel ensures elite-level contract enforcement and dispute resolution
- High-growth platform: Cross-sport collaboration with agents in NFL, MLB, NHL, FIFA, F1, Cricket, and AFL
- Global reach: Tap into international markets and talent pipelines
- IPO equity upside: Join early and participate in the agency's global expansion and IPO trajectory
Confidential Application Process
Apply in confidence through Yorktown Search Partners.
Click the Apply Now button below to submit:
- Your Resume/CV
- Proof of NBPA Agent Certification
- A brief summary of key contracts or endorsements secured
All submissions are strictly confidential and reviewed exclusively by Yorktown Search Partners.