LEGAL COUNSEL, CONTENT LEGAL & COMPLIANCE - BROADCASTING INDUSTRY

JR United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the entertainment sector is seeking a Legal Counsel to join their Content Legal & Compliance team in London. This exciting role offers the opportunity to provide legal and regulatory advice on a wide range of issues including defamation, privacy, and intellectual property. As part of a dynamic team, you will analyze risks associated with content production and collaborate with various departments to ensure compliance with governance protocols. If you are a qualified media regulatory lawyer looking to thrive in a fast-paced environment, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Qualified media regulatory lawyer with experience in broadcasting.
• In-depth understanding of media law and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on content, including defamation and privacy.
• Analyze risks associated with production and publication.

Skills

Media Law

Regulatory Compliance

Data Protection

Intellectual Property

Defamation Law

Contempt Law

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Barrister

Job description

LEGAL COUNSEL, CONTENT LEGAL & COMPLIANCE - BROADCASTING INDUSTRY, London

Our global entertainment client, comprising many of the world’s most popular multimedia and entertainment brands, is seeking a Legal Counsel to join the Content Legal & Compliance team in London for an internal secondment.

Position Details:

• Contract: 1 Year FTC - Start ASAP
• Location: London / Hybrid

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide legal and regulatory advice on programme and online content, including defamation, contempt, privacy, data protection, and intellectual property issues.
• Analyze risks associated with production and publication, including potential regulatory sanctions and legal liabilities.
• Collaborate with the Business & Legal Affairs team and UK business to adhere to governance protocols and seek guidance when needed.
• Advise on regulatory issues such as child protection, contributor duty of care, commercial references, and election broadcasting.

Candidate Requirements:

• Qualified media regulatory lawyer (solicitor or barrister).
• Experience advising on the Ofcom Broadcasting Code, privacy, defamation, and contempt.
• In-depth understanding of media law, regulation, and compliance related to content creation and publication in broadcasting.

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