Senior Legal Counsel - London, United Kingdom - The Legists

The Legists

Verified Company

London, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

beBee Recruiter

Description

**SENIOR LEGAL COUNSEL
TV DISTRIBUTION**
4 YEARS'+ PQE
**INTERNATIONAL MEDIA COMPANY
LONDON/HYBRID**Our client is a global leader in the production and distribution of premium film and television content. We have an exciting new opportunity for an experienced lawyer to support the International TV Distribution team with a particular focus on rights in (acquisitions)

Key Accountabilities:

To negotiate, structure, draft and review agreements for the acquisition of distribution rights from producers in scripted and nonscripted television programmes including distribution agreements, development funding agreements, coproduction agreements,first look agreements, output agreements, sales agent / representation agreements
Provide advice on underlying rights, copyright and other IP issues, as well as compliance and regulatory matters.
Provide daytoday support and guidance for the International TV distribution team generally in relation to specific deals as the business expands

Requirements:

Qualified lawyer with experience working in a television sales or distribution business & legal affairs department
Detailed knowledge of contract and commercial law; understanding of IP (copyright) and competition law
Proven media sector experience gained in a mediafocused practice or inhouse; at a broadcaster, producer or major studio
Expertise in television distribution and licensing agreements is essential in the areas of scripted TV series and digital media
Management experience desirable

We are open to considering lawyers from either private practice or in-house. You may have had experience working in or for a broadcaster, producer or major studio. Cultural fit will be paramount.

This is an opportunity to work in a highly creative environmentwith smart, dynamic and friendly people who really enjoy what they do.

KL ref:
BR 2845