Associate – Media & Entertainment (Non-Litigation) • Simply Legal

Lawlit; Mumbai; Sur place; INR 600 000 - 900 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Simply Legal in Mumbai invites applications for an Associate position in Media & Entertainment (Non-Litigation). The role focuses on the transactional side, handling agreements and rights-related matters for films, OTT platforms, TV and digital content.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years PQE with exposure to transactional work in media/entertainment or IP, strong drafting skills and knowledge of the Copyright Act. This is an in-office role in Andheri West, Mumbai.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years PQE in media/entertainment or transactional IP
• Strong drafting skills and ability to manage documents from start to finish
• Working knowledge of the Copyright Act and OTT/film transactions
• Organizational skills and ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously

Responsabilités

• Draft and negotiate production, talent, writer, music, distribution and licensing agreements
• Conduct chain-of-title checks and IP advisory support
• Draft and review commercial contracts and provide corporate advisory for production houses and broadcasters

Connaissances

Legal drafting

IP rights

Copyright Act

Description du poste

Role Associate – Media & Entertainment (Non-Litigation)

Location Andheri West, Mumbai, Maharashtra

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Deadline 30 November 2026 at 11:59 pm IST

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Simply Legal is a legal practice seeking an Associate to work on the transactional side of its Media and Entertainment practice. The role focuses on commercial agreements, intellectual property rights, licensing and corporate advisory for businesses in the media and entertainment industry.

About the Opportunity

Simply Legal is inviting applications for an Associate position in Media & Entertainment (Non-Litigation) at its Mumbai office.

The role is suited to legal professionals with experience in media, entertainment or transactional intellectual property work. The Associate will handle agreements and rights-related matters involving films, OTT platforms, television and digital content.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants should have:

1–3 years of post-qualification experience (PQE).

Meaningful exposure to transactional work in media, entertainment or intellectual property, whether in a law firm or an in-house legal team.

Strong legal drafting skills and the ability to independently manage documents from start to finish.

Working knowledge of the Copyright Act and industry practices relating to film and OTT transactions.

Strong organisational skills, responsiveness and the ability to manage multiple client matters simultaneously.

Roles and Responsibilities

Selected candidates will be responsible for:

1. Drafting and Negotiating Agreements

Drafting and negotiating production agreements.

Preparing talent, writer and music agreements.

Working on distribution, licensing and barter agreements.

Handling agreements relating to films, OTT platforms, television and digital content.

2. Intellectual Property and Rights Advisory

Conducting chain-of-title reviews.

Assisting with rights clearances.

Providing intellectual property advisory support.

3. Commercial Contracts and Corporate Advisory

Drafting and reviewing commercial contracts.

Supporting corporate advisory work for production houses, broadcasters and media companies.

Assisting with client calls and negotiations with counterparties.

Practice Areas

The position offers exposure to:

Media and Entertainment Law

Copyright Law

Intellectual Property Rights

Film and OTT Transactions

Music and Content Licensing

Commercial Contract Drafting

Rights Clearances and Chain-of-Title Reviews

Work Mode

Offline / In-office