HEAD OF LEGAL

3 weeks ago

london, United Kingdom Kinsella Legal Limited Full time

HEAD OF LEGAL - ENTERTAINMENT & IP CENTRAL LONDON, HYBRID10+ YEARS' PQE About the Opportunity A rare opportunity has arisen for a senior lawyer to step into the role of Head of Legal at a leading global entertainment company, spanning film, TV, theatre and music. The successful candidate will have demonstrable experience in and a passion for the creative industries and a deep understanding of IP law, in particular across film/TV, music, theatre and publishing.Reporting directly to the General Counsel, you’ll be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the Legal & Business Affairs team. You'll act as a key legal business partner across all departments, supporting everything from licensing and production to brand protection and compliance.Key Responsibilities Provide strategic legal and commercial advice across the company’s core areas: theatre, screen, music, publishing, merchandise, and marketing Lead and manage the Legal & Business Affairs team, fostering a high-performing and collaborative culture Draft and negotiate a wide range of licensing, production, and commercial agreements Oversee IP rights management, including copyright and trademark protection, renewals, and enforcement Advise on content rights, music licensing, publishing deals, and co-productions across global markets Ensure compliance with data protection, marketing, and advertising regulations Liaise with international partners, consultants, estates, and agents Support the General Counsel in managing legal risk, disputes, and external legal counsel About You You must be a qualified solicitor or barrister with:10+ years’ PQE, ideally in-house within entertainment, media or IP-heavy sectors Broad expertise in IP, licensing, and rights management, with experience across theatre, screen, music or publishing A commercially-minded, pragmatic approach to legal problem-solving Demonstrable experience leading and developing legal teams Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to work with non-legal stakeholders and creatives Excellent drafting, negotiation and risk management skills A genuine interest in the arts and entertainment sectors This is a high-impact role in a company with a storied creative legacy and a forward-looking approach to content, licensing, and global expansion. You’ll get the opportunity to work across a unique and world-renowned catalogue, partner with passionate creative and commercial teams, lead a talented legal team while working closely with an experienced and supportive General Counsel and influence strategic legal and business decisions across a truly multi-platform entertainment businessTo apply or express interest in this confidential opportunity, please submit your CV. Candidates with suitable experience will be contacted with further information and to set up a confidential discussion.

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