LEGAL COUNSEL - TV, RIGHTS IN & LICENSING

JR United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the media and entertainment sector is seeking a dynamic Legal Counsel to join their supportive team in London. This full-time role offers the chance to engage with a variety of business affairs, including rights acquisitions and licensing. The successful candidate will have 1-3 years of PQE and a passion for television, providing legal and commercial advice while collaborating with production teams. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a thriving company with access to high-quality programming and ample development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years PQE or equivalent experience in legal counsel.
• Strong drafting skills and previous TV experience required.

Responsibilities

• Support non-scripted acquisitions and licensing.
• Draft and negotiate distribution agreements.

Skills

Legal Drafting

Negotiation

TV Rights Management

Team Collaboration

Education

Law Degree

Qualified Lawyer (1-3 years PQE)

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london, United Kingdom

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

MEDIA AND ENTERTAINMENT- TV
LEGAL COUNSEL ROLE - c.1-3 YEARS' PQE
FULL TIME LONDON/HYBRID
Our client, a leading international distributor of TV programming and formats, is seeking a dynamic Legal Counsel to join their top quality Legal and Business Affairs team.
You will play a crucial role in supporting all aspects of the company's operations worldwide. This role offers variety and the flexibility to engage with various facets of business affairs, including rights in, acquisitions, licensing and formats, etc. The team is very friendly and supportive and you will be made to feel welcome from day one.
The role will support mainly non-scripted acquisitions of rights and content and collaborate with the Production and Content teams, offering legal and commercial advice on acquiring distribution rights, drafting and negotiating distribution agreements, focusing on group-produced programs and advising on some formats and licensing as well.
The successful candidate will have around 1-3 years’ PQE, or equivalent if qualified by experience. We are looking for previous TV experience and strong drafting skills, initiative and teamwork. Your technical skills may be across distribution or equally production.
This is a very successful company and you will have amazing access to high quality programmes and plenty of opportunities for career progression and development. If you are a skilled legal professional with a passion for great telly, please apply today!
PLEASE NOTE: Given the volume of applications, we can only respond to candidates who are resident in the UK and have relevant UK experience.
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