Job Summary:
We are seeking a junior corporate lawyer to support our legal and business operations across licensing, publishing, society relationships, and IP strategy. The ideal candidate will have a solid legal foundation with strong business negotiation skills and experience in rights management, with a focus on practical, day-to-day implementation—not litigation.
Main Job Duties:
- Draft and review commercial agreements (licensing, publishing, sync, distribution, service, JV, etc.)
- Negotiate deal terms in alignment with company strategy and artist rights
- Coordinate with collecting societies (PRS, SACEM, ASCAP, etc.) for registration, rights claims, and royalty matters
- Research copyright and publishing chains of title to support acquisition and revenue recovery
- Review and summarize regulatory and contractual requirements for content monetization
- Assist in on-boarding new catalogs or works with proper IP documentation
- Work cross-functionally with A&R, finance, content, and digital teams to align business/legal activities
- Track rights disputes, claims, and resolutions, keeping clear documentation
- Maintain internal contract database and schedules
- Stay updated on regional IP laws, publishing norms, and industry changes