Hiring | Legal Associate | Matter Entertainment | Mumbai

Katcheri; Mumbai; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to work in the entertainment industry

Exposure to talent and commercial transactions

Professional growth in entertainment law

Job summary

Katcheri is inviting applications for the position of Legal Associate in Mumbai. This role will focus on handling legal agreements, intellectual property matters, and commercial transactions within the entertainment industry.

The ideal candidate should have an LL.B. degree, preferably with 1–2 years of experience in media or intellectual property law. This position offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment and gain valuable in-house legal experience.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in media, entertainment, or intellectual property law preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Genuine interest in the entertainment industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and finalising contracts.
• Coordinating with clients and stakeholders for contract execution.
• Identifying and mitigating legal risks in contracts.

Skills

Excellent drafting skills

Negotiation skills

Legal writing

Research skills

Expertise in copyright law

Expertise in trademark law

Education

LL.B. degree from a recognised institution

Bar Council of India enrolment

Job description

Matter Entertainment is inviting applications for the position of Legal Associate for its in‑house legal team in Mumbai.

The role involves handling legal agreements, intellectual property matters, production and talent‑related contracts, and commercial transactions within the entertainment industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and finalising contracts related to talent engagements, production, distribution, licensing, and intellectual property rights across formats
• Coordinating with clients, production teams, talent, external counsel, and internal stakeholders for contract execution
• Identifying and mitigating legal risks in contracts and transactions
• Providing legal support on copyright, trademark, and other IPR matters
• Monitoring developments in entertainment law and IPR regulations
• Assisting in due diligence, legal research, and other legal projects

Eligibility & Preference

• LL.B. degree from a recognised institution
• Bar Council of India enrolment preferred
• 1–2 years of experience in media, entertainment, or intellectual property law preferred
• Strong expertise in copyright, trademarks, licensing agreements, and distribution contracts
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, legal writing, and research skills required
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment
• Genuine interest in the entertainment industry preferred
• Knowledge of Indian and international regulatory frameworks governing media, entertainment, and IPR preferred

What This Offers

• Opportunity to work in the entertainment and media industry
• Exposure to talent, production, licensing, and commercial transactions
• In‑house legal experience in a dynamic and fast‑paced environment
• Professional growth in entertainment and Intellectual Property law