RemoteHybrid Entertainment Transactions Associate Attorney NYC

Work Staff; Los Angeles (CA); Remote; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is hiring a Remote/Hybrid Entertainment Transactions Associate Attorney in NYC. This role calls for a mid-level attorney with 3-6 years in relevant corporate law, focused on IP transactions and entertainment financing. Ideal candidates are proactive and organized, eager to advance in the entertainment law field.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of experience in entertainment, M&A, IP transactions, or related corporate practice.
• Experience with catalog sales and acquisitions preferred.
• Admitted to practice in the relevant jurisdiction.

Responsibilities

• Draft, negotiate, and manage complex agreements in entertainment law.
• Support M&A and other corporate transactions involving entertainment companies.
• Advise clients on production and distribution matters.

Skills

Entertainment law

M&A

IP transactions

Negotiation skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Strategic mindset

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

Remote/Hybrid, Entertainment Transactions Associate Attorney - NYC

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Work Staff

Remote/Hybrid, Entertainment Transactions Associate Attorney - NYC

PostJobMatches By WorkStaff USA is a leading staffing agency in the job placement industry, providing top-notch professionals to facilities across the country. Our team of experienced recruiters work together to match the best candidates with the right job and/or business opportunities.

Today we are hiring a Remote/Hybrid, Associate Litigation Attorney for our client in their NYC location. You will be able to work full remote as long as you're residing in NYC and as a member of the NYS Bar!

Our client is seeking an Entertainment Transactions Associate with 3–6 years of corporate transactional experience, ideally within the entertainment industry.

This is a hybrid role offering exposure to entertainment financing, IP transactions, and talent and production matters related to content creation and distribution.

Position Overview:

This role is ideal for an active attorney who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and is eager to deepen their experience at the intersection of corporate law and entertainment. Candidates should be proactive, detail-oriented, and motivated to work on high-level transactions while growing as a trusted advisor in the entertainment space.

Key Responsibilities:

Draft, negotiate, and manage complex agreements involving music and other intellectual property assets

Support M&A, catalog sales, financing, and other corporate transactions involving entertainment companies and assets

Advise clients on talent, production, and distribution matters across film, television, music, and digital content

Collaborate with cross-functional teams of attorneys, consultants, and professionals

Engage in strategic problem-solving and develop critical insights on IP-related matters

Ideal Candidate Profile:

3–6 years of experience in entertainment, M&A, IP transactions, or related corporate practice

Experience with catalog sales and acquisitions (preferred)

Strong communication and negotiation skills, with attention to detail and a strategic mindset

Organized and capable of managing multiple matters simultaneously

Collaborative, proactive, and driven by excellence

Growth-minded and eager to build long-term expertise in entertainment law

Admitted to practice and in good standing in the relevant jurisdiction

This is a unique opportunity for a mid-level attorney seeking to work on high-profile transactions and build a career in the evolving world of entertainment, media, and IP.

Skills and Certifications [note: bold skills and certification are required]
3–6 years of experience in entertainment, M&A, IP transactions, or related corporate practice
Experience with catalog sales and acquisitions (preferred)
Growth-minded and eager to build long-term expertise in entertainment law

Compensation

Base Salary - USD $170,000 to $230,000

Full-time

Benefits - Full

Relocation Assistance Available - No

Commission Compensation - No

Bonus Eligible - No

Interview Travel Reimbursed - No

Seniority Level - Associate

Management Experience Required - No

Minimum Education - Juris Doctor

Security Clearance Required: No

Willingness to Travel - Never

Our client's Ideal Candidate
Will have 3 to 6 years of experience only as a practicing attorney.

Will be a member of the NY bar or able to waive in and have a strong academic background.

-Will have a background in entertainment, M&A, IP transactions is much preferred.

-Will not have a jumpy, temp/contract background.