Senior Counsel (Temporary Maternity Cover)

authenticbrandsgroup; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Authentic Brands Group in New York seeks a Senior Counsel to lead IP licensing efforts across our portfolio of fashion and lifestyle brands. You will draft, negotiate and finalize licensing agreements while coordinating with business development, brand management and marketing teams.

The role requires 3–5+ years of relevant experience, a J.D. from an ABA‑accredited school, and a New York license to practice law.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of law firm or in‑house experience in consumer products, lifestyle/fashion, media/entertainment, marketing/production or tech.
• J.D. from an ABA‑accredited law school and a valid New York license to practice law.
• Experience in data/privacy law is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review and negotiate IP licensing agreements including trademarks and fashion brands.
• Coordinate with business development, brand management, and marketing/production teams.
• Assist in-house and outside counsel with day-to-day legal department matters.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable laws.

Skills

IP licensing

Negotiation

Contract drafting

MS Office

AI tools

Communication

Education

J.D. degree

New York bar license

Job description

Who We Are

Authentic Brands Group (Authentic) is a global brand and entertainment platform that owns and invests in iconic intellectual property and cultural assets. It accelerates brands through a set of specialized businesses that combine powerful storytelling, premium content, unforgettable live experiences and global commerce. Through a network of more than 1,700 best-in-class licensees and strategic partners across 150 countries and expansive distribution, Authentic's brands drive more than $38 billion in annual systemwide retail sales worldwide.

Authentic's diversified portfolio spans more than 50 brands and reaches nearly one billion social media followers. Its roster includes Reebok, Champion, Shaquille O'Neal, David Beckham, Kevin Hart, Sports Illustrated, Elvis Presley, Muhammad Ali, Marilyn Monroe, GUESS, Aéropostale, Nautica, Eddie Bauer, Lucky Brand, Nine West, Brooks Brothers, Juicy Couture, Vince Camuto, Izod, Van Heusen, Dockers, Ted Baker, Hart Schaffner Marx, Vince, Barneys New York, Judith Leiber, Quiksilver, Spyder, Billabong, Volcom, Roxy, RVCA, DC Shoes, Prince, Sperry and Hunter.

For more information, visit corporate.authentic.com . Follow Authentic on LinkedIn , Instagram and WeChat .

Why Authentic

You’ll be able to access the resources and scale, while leveraging innovative technology and nimble environment. What we’re saying is, this isn’t your average day job. If you’re hungry to drive ideas into action and own your career, let’s chat. Our team is rapidly innovating to evolve and define the future of our brands. With the help of some of the brightest minds in retail, marketing, licensing, legal and more, we are building the intersection of digital and experiential marketing to help achieve that mission. We reimagine, evolve and transform brands! At Authentic, we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought and expertise drive competitive advantage. Our global teams are built by go-getters who contribute unique perspectives and push the boundaries of creativity and innovation.

Headquartered in New York City, Authentic has offices in major metropolitan cities including Los Angeles and Miami, as well as Toronto, Mexico City, London, and Shanghai.

What You’ll Do

As Senior Counsel, you’ll focus on licensing and activating our portfolio of well-known fashion and lifestyle brands. You’ll thrive in our fast-paced environment and articulate positions related to IP licensing in a way that balances business needs with risk mitigation, with an eye on achieving business results. As a member supporting the Legal Department focusing on Business & Legal Affairs, you will draft and negotiate Authentic’s key fashion, marketing and media deals (including IP license agreements) in tandem with Authentic’s business development, brand management, and marketing/production teams. The position also regularly interacts with Authentic’s Intellectual Property Department and other internal business units (e.g., Digital, Finance, Communications, Operations, etc.).

What you’ll be working on

• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating agreements relating to intellectual property licensing (with an emphasis on trademarks), fashion, retail, advertising and marketing (e.g., influencers and talent, production agencies), e-commerce, and general commercial matters.
• Coordinating directly and efficiently with colleagues from Authentic’s business development, brand management, and marketing/production teams.
• Enabling the business to timely achieve its targets, while respecting the Company’s principles and applicable laws, and assisting in embedding these principles into the Company’s processes and decisions.
• Capable of reviewing, negotiating and drafting (or at least familiar with) the following types of agreements: long and short form trademark license agreements, talent and influencer agreements, production agency agreements, retail and/or e-commerce license and vendor agreements, permission and clearance agreements, sponsorship and event agreements, rules for sweepstakes, contests and giveaways, and settlement agreements.
• Assist in-house and outside counsel with ongoing general matters for the Legal Department, as required in the day-to‑day functioning of the Company and the Legal Department.

Must Haves

• 3‑5+ years of law firm and/or equivalent in‑house experience at a consumer product, Lifestyle/fashion, media/entertainment, marketing/production company, or a technology company
• J.D. from an ABA‑accredited law school, and a valid license to practice law in New York State.
• Experience in data / privacy law is a plus but not required
• Proven ability to accept and action instructions concerning both specific assignments and general policies.
• Demonstrative track record of ownership and accountability for projects, duties, and tasks.
• Proficiency with M.S. Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), and AI (e.g., Claude, ChatGPT, Harvey)
• Organizing workflow and deadlines (including advising on priority and project