Legal Counsel Vp

24 hours ago


London, United Kingdom The Legists Ltd Full time

VP, COUNSEL
TV DISTRIBUTION
LONDON
Our client is a global leader in the production and distribution of premium film and television content.
We have an exciting new opportunity for an experienced lawyer to support the International TV Distribution team with a particular focus on the acquisition of scripted and non-scripted content rights.
Key Accountabilities:

- To negotiate, structure, draft and review agreements for the acquisition of distribution rights from producers in scripted and non-scripted television programmes including distribution agreements, development funding agreements, co-production agreements,first look agreements, output agreements, sales agent representation agreements
- To assist with the drafting of rights out (sales) licensing agreements as and when required
- Provide day-to-day support and guidance for the International TV distribution team generally in relation to specific deals as the business expands
- Providing advice on underlying rights, copyright and other intellectual property issues, compliance and regulatory matters as required
- Assisting with the development and maintenance of templates and industry and legal developments.
Required Knowledge and Experience:

- Qualified lawyer with extensive experience working in a television sales or distribution business legal affairs department
- Detailed knowledge of contract and commercial law understanding of IP (copyright) and competition law
- Proven media sector experience gained in a media-focused practice or in-house at a broadcaster, producer or major studio
- Expertise in television distribution and licensing agreements is essential in the areas of scripted TV series and digital media
- Management experience desirable
We are open to considering lawyers from either private practice or in-house. You may have had experience working in or for a broadcaster, producer or major studio. Cultural fit will be paramount. This is an opportunity to work in a highly creative environmentwith smart, dynamic and friendly people who really enjoy what they do.


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