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Senior Legal Counsel (6 month FTC - perm potential)

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The Blair Partnership

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Legal
  • London
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You should have 7+ years in commercial law, strong drafting skills, in-house experience in media, and the ability to influence and build relationships effectively.
  • You will draft and negotiate agreements, advise on risk and compliance, support innovative projects, provide tailored legal guidance, and mentor junior counsel.

Requirements

  • Excellent knowledge of commercial law, intellectual property/brand protection and data protection/privacy laws and Regulations
  • Excellent drafting and negotiation skills
  • Good working knowledge of technology/supplier agreements, digital content distribution/agency agreements, and marketing and advertising laws and social media
  • Extensive in-house experience, preferably in publishing, media or digital agency environment
  • Ability to work independently and at pace in a challenging and dynamic environment
  • Minimum of 7 years’ post qualification experience
  • Ability to be persuasive and interact effectively with the business
  • Solid training and qualification from a leading City or national media focussed law firm
  • Attention to detail and a commercial approach
  • Highly effective communicator and ability to influence at all levels
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to build and manage relationships within and outside the business
  • Inspires confidence in internal clients through personal ownership and commitment to their issues
  • Builds successful relationships with colleagues
  • Works collaboratively and effectively with a wide range of stakeholders and partners at all levels
  • Demonstrates understanding of the business’ objectives and wider issues
  • Responsive to internal clients and keeps them informed, anticipates and plans for demand
  • Provides sound, common sense advice, guidance and judgement, taking account of legal, technical and commercial factors and able to think on feet in challenging situations
  • Manages challenging relationships and conflict in a sensible and positive way
  • A positive, proactive and can-do attitude, identifying and owning solutions to problems, not just articulating the problem
  • Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability when circumstances and priorities change, ensuring that all commitments are driven forward at an appropriate level, resolves resourcing issues
  • Anticipates change and manages it positively to successful outcomes

Responsibilities

  • Drafting and negotiating commercial agreements relating the distribution of ebook and digital audiobooks, content creation and digital exploitation, management of intellectual property rights and brand protection, marketing, advertising and data protection/privacy compliance.
  • Providing advice to the business on risk management and legal compliance.
  • Delivering the very highest standards of legal advice and regulatory compliance whilst supporting the businesses and our clients on exciting and innovative projects.
  • Providing tailored, concise advice with a clear commercial emphasis to the senior management of both Pottermore and The Blair Partnership and other team members.
  • Demonstrate a commercial and practical approach in dealing with a variety of legal issues across multiple geographical locations and legal systems.
  • You will also be required to mentor and support the Legal Counsel.

FAQs

What is the duration of the contract for the Senior Legal Counsel position?

The contract is for 6 months with the potential for a permanent position afterward.

What are the working hours for this role?

The position is full-time or can be for 4 days per week.

Where is the job located?

The job is located in London.

Who will the Senior Legal Counsel report to?

The Senior Legal Counsel will report to the Acting Group General Counsel.

What are the core responsibilities of the Senior Legal Counsel?

The core responsibilities include drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, providing legal advice on risk management and compliance, and mentoring and supporting other legal counsel.

What areas of law should candidates have excellent knowledge in?

Candidates should have excellent knowledge of commercial law, intellectual property/brand protection, and data protection/privacy laws and regulations.

How many years of experience are preferred for this role?

A minimum of 7 years’ post-qualification experience is desirable.

What are some essential skills required for the role?

Essential skills include excellent drafting and negotiation skills, a good working knowledge of technology/supplier agreements, and the ability to work independently in a dynamic environment.

Are there opportunities for professional development in this role?

Yes, there are learning and development opportunities, including an in-house Mentoring Programme.

What benefits does the company offer?

The company offers a competitive salary, a bonus scheme, enhanced maternity and paternity leave, health insurance, and a variety of other benefits including volunteering days and subsidised on-site massages.

Is experience in the publishing or media sector preferred?

Yes, extensive in-house experience in a publishing, media, or digital agency environment is preferable.

Does the role require interaction with senior management?

Yes, the role requires providing tailored advice to the senior management of Pottermore and The Blair Partnership.

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The Blair Partnership

Literary & Entertainment Agency

Entertainment & Media
Industry
11-50
Employees
2011
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Neil Blair founded The Blair Partnership in 2011 with a vision to create a more progressive type of agency. As J.K. Rowling’s agent, we have pioneered a new approach to representation that has helped to create and continues to constantly grow one of the world’s major entertainment franchises. We represent a range of people internationally, from debut and established writers to broader talent across business, politics, sport and lifestyle. Our range of work spans publishing, digital, dramatic rights and film production.