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Legal Counsel, Commercial - 7 month FTC

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Condé Nast

7d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry & Junior Level
  • Legal
  • London
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You must be a qualified lawyer in England & Wales with 0-2 years' experience, strong in commercial contracts, and ideally knowledgeable in IP law. Be proactive, adaptable, and a team player.
  • You will support advertising legal issues, draft agreements, negotiate terms, train on regulations, advise on guidelines, liaise with teams, handle corporate work, and manage outside counsel.

Requirements

  • Legally qualified in England & Wales with 0-2 years post qualification experience.
  • Strong experience in commercial contracts gained either in private practice or in an in-house role in a similar sector to Conde Nast. Additional experience in IP law is preferred.
  • Ability to work independently in a fast paced environment.
  • Ability to present legal advice in a pragmatic, problem solving and commercial fashion.
  • Confident, self starter who welcomes the opportunity presented in developing strong relationships.
  • Positive “can do” attitude and willingness to work flexibly and as part of a new and evolving team that is itself operating in a business and sector going through change.

Responsibilities

  • Support the Commercial team on legal issues relating to the sale of advertising, with a focus on media and digital advertising and custom and branded content and services, across digital, print, video, social and experiential, including, for example, agreements for traditional and programmatic advertising, talent agreements, competitions and giveaways, non-disclosure agreements, sponsorships, events/activations, product placement and editorial sponsorships.
  • Support the development of standard documents for revenue generating activities and work with commercial colleagues to ensure that agreed processes are being followed.
  • Draft clear and consistent templates and standard terms and conditions for new media, custom and branded initiatives and talent deals.
  • Negotiate standard terms with advertising agencies.
  • Support the Consumer Revenue teams on legal issues related to marketing and consumer-facing revenue producing activities, including, for example, subscription products and e-commerce.
  • Provide training and advice regarding CAP codes and ASA guidance, including requirements applicable to social media influencers.
  • Interpret and advise on Conde Nast’s Global Advertising Guidelines and their application to specific proposed campaigns.
  • Liaise and coordinate with colleagues handling production elements of branded content deals and events and develop workflows to maximise communication, alignment and efficiency.
  • Work closely with our Data Privacy lawyers on issues relating to data use.
  • Work closely with other lawyers in the wider Global Legal & Policy team to manage and deliver day-to-day corporate advice to the Finance teams.
  • Support corporate secretarial workstreams.
  • Support the delivery and management of project based real estate advice.
  • Manage outside counsel where appropriate and necessary.
  • Keep up to date with relevant legal and regulatory updates with a particular focus on consumer laws relating to subscriptions.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Legal Counsel, Commercial (7 month FTC).

Where is the position located?

The position is located in London, GB.

What type of contracts will I be dealing with in this role?

You will be dealing with media and digital advertising contracts, custom and branded content agreements, and consumer revenue generating transactions.

How many years of experience are required for this position?

The position requires 0-2 years of post-qualification experience.

What qualifications do I need to apply?

You need to be legally qualified in England & Wales.

Will I be working independently or as part of a team?

You will be expected to work independently as well as collaborate with the Commercial team and other colleagues.

What kind of contracts will I negotiate?

You will negotiate standard terms with advertising agencies and draft clear templates and standard terms for various media and advertising initiatives.

Is there any specific training I will provide in this role?

Yes, you will provide training and advice regarding CAP codes and ASA guidance, including those applicable to social media influencers.

Does Condé Nast offer any benefits for this position?

Yes, Condé Nast offers a range of benefits including 25 days of holiday, hybrid working, a competitive pension scheme, and private healthcare.

Will I have opportunities to work with outside counsel?

Yes, you will manage outside counsel where appropriate and necessary.

What should I include in my application?

You should include your CV and a cover letter highlighting why you are a great match for the role.

Are there any wellness benefits provided?

Yes, there are various wellness benefits including gym discounts and an Employee Assistance programme.

How does Condé Nast value collaboration among team members?

Condé Nast values collaboration by requiring team members to come together in the office three days a week.

Condé Nast

Entertainment & Media
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1909
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Condé Nast is a global media company, home to iconic brands including Vogue, The New Yorker, GQ, Glamour, AD, Vanity Fair and Wired, among many others. The company's award-winning content reaches 88 million consumers in print, 419 million in digital and 432 million across social platforms, and generates more than 1 billion video views each month. The company is headquartered in New York and London, and operates in 32 markets worldwide including China, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Mexico and Latin America, Russia, Spain and Taiwan. Launched in 2011, Condé Nast Entertainment is an award-winning production and distribution studio that creates programming across film, television, social and digital video and virtual reality.