Senior Legal Counsel

NBC Universal; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media and entertainment company in Greater London is seeking an experienced lawyer to provide legal support for its Hayu business. Candidates should have over 5 years of PQE in commercial law, with a focus on drafting and negotiating agreements for digital technology. The role involves managing legal implications related to marketing initiatives and strategic developments. This position offers valuable opportunities within a close-knit legal team.

Qualifications

• Good grounding in commercial law, ideally gained in private practice or in-house role.
• Experience in drafting and negotiating agreements for digital technology.
• Strong drafting and contract negotiation experience.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate agreements for software and technical services.
• Oversee legal support provided to the marketing team.
• Provide legal support for strategic initiatives and communicate implications.

Skills

Commercial law

Drafting and negotiation

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Ability to manage workload

Understanding of privacy laws

Computer literacy

Education

5 years + PQE UK qualified lawyer

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

Job Description

Launched in 2016, Hayu is the first all-reality subscription video-on-demand service of its kind - available in 40+ markets globally including the UK, Ireland, Australia, Nordics, Canada, Benelux, and Singapore on a full array of devices (mobile, tablet, laptop & connected TVs) and at www.hayu.com. Over 300 shows and over 10,000 episodes can be streamed or downloaded to watch-on-the-go, including The Real Housewives, Below Deck and Million Dollar Listing franchises. The majority of US shows debut on the service the same day as their US launch.

Overview

12 month FTC

This role provides legal support to internal clients. The Legal & Business Affairs team’s responsibilities include the provision of legal advice to the Hayu business on any matters related to the distribution and marketing of the Hayu service including: (i) drafting and negotiation of agreements for software and technical services, commercial distribution, content acquisition, marketing and PR services, amongst others; and (ii) tracking regulatory developments (particularly consumer and audiovisual regulations) and its potential impact on Hayu. Whilst this role forms part of a small close-knit legal team, you will also benefit from the support and opportunities provided by the broader legal network within NBCUniversal.

Responsibilities

We’re looking for a professional, motivated and self-sufficient person who can deal with tasks responsibly, pragmatically, in accordance with instructions and often under time-pressure. Someone who enjoys working outside of their comfort zone and is not afraid to ask questions.

Your responsibilities will vary but may include:

• Drafting and negotiating agreements for software, digital technology and technical services, and working with the NBCU Privacy team to ensure such tech/services are implemented in line with applicable privacy laws;
• Overseeing the legal support work provided to the marketing team (e.g. agency and sponsorship agreements, competitions, fan and influencer events), and supporting on the more complex initiatives;
• Providing legal support to the business in relation to strategic initiatives (e.g. price increases, new product features) and clearly communicating any potential legal implications;
• Drafting and negotiating agreements with Hayu’s commercial distribution partners (including MVPDs, device manufacturers and OTT services);
• Attending routine meetings with internal clients, as well as getting involved with the meetings and events of the wider NBCU legal team

The responsibilities associated with this position are not limited to the above description and may be modified at any time by the Company.

Qualifications

Skills & Experience

• 5 years + PQE lawyer (UK qualified) with a good grounding in commercial law, likely gained in a private practice or in-house role
• Experience of drafting and negotiating agreements for digital technology (such as marketing tech, software and services agreements) including an understanding of potential privacy issues.
• Ideally some experience in marketing and/or consumer law
• Strong drafting and contract negotiation experience
• Excellent attention to detail
• Concise and efficient written and communication skills
• Proactive, clear thinker, able to prioritise and manage a broad and fast-moving workload
• Ability and willingness to develop good working relationships with employees and clients within our Legal and Business Affairs team and across the commercial business
• Computer literate with experience in using Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Understanding of AI and its legal implications also a bonus

All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove they are able to work in the United Kingdom.

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [e-mail].

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