Media & Entertainment Solicitor (Partner)

Executive Network Legal Limited; England; On-site; GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm is seeking a Media & Entertainment Solicitor (Partner) with over 8 years of PQE. The role involves leading negotiations for contracts within the entertainment industry and handling various legal matters. The firm offers a partnership progression path and an attractive salary up to £150,000, along with comprehensive benefits including private medical insurance and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Income protection

Private medical insurance

Pension scheme

Electric vehicle scheme

Life assurance

28 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years PQE in the media & entertainment sector.
• Experience in handling legal matters related to film, music, and television.
• Strong technical expertise in licensing and contract negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Lead a thriving Media & Entertainment practice.
• Negotiate contracts for various industry players.
• Support in dispute resolution and IP safeguarding.

Skills

Contract negotiations

Dispute resolution

Client service skills

Business development

Job description

Media & Entertainment Solicitor (Partner) 8+ PQE, Berkshire, up to £100,000-150,000 (DOE). An excellent opportunity to take your career to the next level with a top 50 UK firm, leading a thriving practice and helping to shape the firm’s future. JOB REF: 215300815

THE ROLE:
This highly regarded 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.



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