In-House Rights & Content Counsel - Global Media Deals (Leeds)

DAZN; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global sports media company is seeking a Legal Counsel to support its Rights & Content team in Leeds. The candidate will negotiate contracts related to sports rights, assist with media rights tenders, and provide legal support on strategic partnerships. Ideal applicants have 2-4 years of PQE with experience in media/sports law. The role offers excellent benefits including 25 days of leave, private medical insurance, and flexible working options.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Pension contributions up to 5%

Enhanced parental leave

Learning and development resources

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of PQE in commercial/media/sports legal roles.
• Experience with sports rights acquisition and distribution.
• Strong drafting and legal interpretation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support for Rights & Content team.
• Negotiate and draft contracts for sports rights.
• Assist with tender reviews and media rights bids.
• Manage external legal counsel as required.

Skills

Negotiation

Legal drafting

Media rights expertise

Strategic partnership support

Education

PQE 2-4 years

Job description

A leading global sports media company is seeking a Legal Counsel to support its Rights & Content team in Leeds. The candidate will negotiate contracts related to sports rights, assist with media rights tenders, and provide legal support on strategic partnerships. Ideal applicants have 2-4 years of PQE with experience in media/sports law. The role offers excellent benefits including 25 days of leave, private medical insurance, and flexible working options.