Our client, a global sport and entertainment network, is looking to secure a Legal Counsel to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a broader global legal team, contributing significantly to the growth and success of an ambitious media network. This role is based in Central London with hybrid work arrangements on offer (ideally 4 days in office).
Key responsibilities will include:
* Negotiating and advising on major commercial agreements such as sponsorship agreements and hosting / staging agreements.
* Leading and negotiating high-value and significant sports rights acquisition agreements with major rights holders and partners.
* Negotiating and drafting documents relating to original content production such as talent contracts and production agreements.
* Providing strategic legal advice with respect to bid and commercial strategies.
* Assisting with litigation and contentious issues as they arise.
* Build and maintain strong relationships across different Group business functions.
* Remaining up to date with relevant legal and regulatory developments in sports coverage and the industry.
The ideal candidate will have the following skills and attributes:
* Qualified lawyer with ideally 4 – 6 years’ PQE, ideally trained at an international law firm, with in-house experience (could be gained through a secondment).
* Proven experience negotiating and advising on complex high-value commercial agreements in the sports, media or entertainment sector.
* Good understanding of the digital media landscape and evolving trends in content exploitation and distribution.
* Excellent technical legal ability and attention to detail.
* Ability to find pragmatic commercial solutions to complex legal and commercial issues.
* Articulate and capable of explaining complex legal and commercial points in simple language.
About the job
Contract Type: FULL_TIME
Specialism: Legal
Focus: Commercial Law
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Experience Level: Associate
Location: City of London
Salary: £90,000 - £115,000 per annum
Come join our global team of creative thinkers, problem solvers and game changers. We offer accelerated career progression, a dynamic culture and expert training.
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