Spotify AB
Senior Legal Counsel (Legal Licensing and Business Development)
Spotify AB, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Senior Legal Counsel(Legal Licensing and Business Development)
We are seeking a senior counsel with a deep understanding of the business and legal customs in the content and creator space to join our team. You will counsel and provide legal support on a variety of matters, with a focus on structuring, negotiating, and drafting agreements related to the acquisition and distribution of video and audio content (i.e., vodcasts and podcasts). Spotify’s efforts are cutting edge and ever-evolving, so we’re looking for an innovative, adaptable, and proactive problem-solver who thrives and embraces a high-volume, fast-paced environment.Locations:New YorkJob type:PermanentWhat You'll Do:Negotiate, draft and advise on a wide range of commercial transactions with a focus on content licensing, acquisition, and distribution agreements.Provide guidance to senior executives in support of their objectives and helping shape evolving strategies.Provide day-to-day legal support with partnerships and production teams, that includes creative and risk assessments as well as advising on clearances.Work cross-functionally across finance, operations, advertising and product teams in furtherance of Spotify’s content offering.Who You Are:J.D. degree from an ABA accredited law school (or foreign equivalent).Eligible to practice law in the US.10+ years of experience working in a top-tier entertainment law firm and/or in-house legal department at a social network, or major TV, film, or podcast studio/network.Expertise in copyright law and legal issues relating to content licensing and digital distribution.Expertise in multifaceted content development and distribution.Excellent analytical and written/oral communication skills.Team player with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Comfortable working in a company experiencing rapid change.Creative problem solver, self-motivated, and able to work independently.Possess excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.Where You'll Be:This position is located in either New York, NY or Los Angeles, CA.Compensation and Benefits:The United States base range for this position is $198,441-$283,487, plus equity. The benefits available for this position include health insurance, six month paid parental leave, 401(k) retirement plan, 23 paid days off, and 13 paid flexible holidays.
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We are seeking a senior counsel with a deep understanding of the business and legal customs in the content and creator space to join our team. You will counsel and provide legal support on a variety of matters, with a focus on structuring, negotiating, and drafting agreements related to the acquisition and distribution of video and audio content (i.e., vodcasts and podcasts). Spotify’s efforts are cutting edge and ever-evolving, so we’re looking for an innovative, adaptable, and proactive problem-solver who thrives and embraces a high-volume, fast-paced environment.Locations:New YorkJob type:PermanentWhat You'll Do:Negotiate, draft and advise on a wide range of commercial transactions with a focus on content licensing, acquisition, and distribution agreements.Provide guidance to senior executives in support of their objectives and helping shape evolving strategies.Provide day-to-day legal support with partnerships and production teams, that includes creative and risk assessments as well as advising on clearances.Work cross-functionally across finance, operations, advertising and product teams in furtherance of Spotify’s content offering.Who You Are:J.D. degree from an ABA accredited law school (or foreign equivalent).Eligible to practice law in the US.10+ years of experience working in a top-tier entertainment law firm and/or in-house legal department at a social network, or major TV, film, or podcast studio/network.Expertise in copyright law and legal issues relating to content licensing and digital distribution.Expertise in multifaceted content development and distribution.Excellent analytical and written/oral communication skills.Team player with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Comfortable working in a company experiencing rapid change.Creative problem solver, self-motivated, and able to work independently.Possess excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.Where You'll Be:This position is located in either New York, NY or Los Angeles, CA.Compensation and Benefits:The United States base range for this position is $198,441-$283,487, plus equity. The benefits available for this position include health insurance, six month paid parental leave, 401(k) retirement plan, 23 paid days off, and 13 paid flexible holidays.
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