Media & Entertainment Solicitor (Partner)

ENL Legal Recruitment; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent legal recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Media & Entertainment Solicitor (Partner) with over 8 years PQE. This role offers the opportunity to lead a thriving practice in Cambridgeshire, focusing on contract negotiations, dispute resolution, and business development within the entertainment sector. A lucrative salary and comprehensive benefits package are included, alongside a clear progression path to partnership.

Benefits

Income protection

Private medical insurance

Pension scheme

Electric vehicle scheme

Life assurance

28 days annual leave plus public holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years’ PQE in relevant fields.
• Experience with contract negotiations for the entertainment industry.
• Ability to lead and shape a growing practice.

Responsibilities

• Take leadership of the Media & Entertainment practice.
• Handle contract negotiations, dispute resolution, and IP safeguarding.
• Provide outstanding client service while developing business.

Skills

Contract negotiations

Legal matters for film and music

Client service

Business development

Job description

Media & Entertainment Solicitor (Partner) 8+ PQE, Cambridgeshire, up to £100,000-150,000 (DOE). Exciting opportunity to take the next step in your career with this chance to join a top 50 UK firm in a partner capacity – you will take leadership of this thriving practice and help shape the future of the sector. JOB REF: 215300813

THE ROLE:
The firm are seeking an experienced lawyer to join its well-established Media & Entertainment practice, bringing valuable expertise in contract negotiations for actors, distributors, intermediaries, and other industry players. The role encompasses general production and event agreements, licensing matters, dispute resolution, and financing for productions – with the team previously having dealt with everything from complex stunts, to securing IP rights and overseeing challenging Tax matters.

THE CANDIDATE:
Applications are welcomed from candidates with a minimum of 8 years’ PQE, with solid technical experience in handling legal matters for film, music, television, social media or production -- whether this be in negotiating influencer contracts, advising producers, supporting broadcasters, or safeguarding IP – you will already be working within the entertainment industry in some capacity.

You must be ambitious and ready to shape and lead a growing practice, keen to take on exciting new challenges with confidence. Outstanding client service, a collaborative mindset, attention to detail, and a talent for business development are essential to succeed in this role.

THE FIRM:
The firm offers a clear progression path to partnership, alongside an excellent salary and comprehensive benefits package. This includes income protection, private medical insurance, a Scottish Widows pension scheme, 28 days’ annual leave plus public holidays, an electric vehicle scheme, and life assurance.

HOW TO APPLY:
Contact Cassie Huxtable at eNL on 0121 454 1004 or email [e-mail] with your CV or simply call for a confidential discussion.

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