Mid-Level Associate: Media and Entertainment Transactions

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a dynamic mid-level associate to join its media and intellectual property-focused practice in New York City. This role offers the opportunity to engage with diverse matters in publishing, new media, television, film production, and emerging technologies. The firm provides a hybrid work environment, allowing flexibility between virtual and in-office work.

Duties

• Structure, draft, negotiate, and analyze agreements for media and entertainment companies.
• Engage in editorial content procurement and publishing agreements.
• Handle content production and distribution agreements.
• Manage media brand and content licensing.
• Oversee sponsorships and event production agreements.
• Advise on media distribution and social media marketing.
• Provide counsel on advertising technology relationships.
• Support IT and tech service agreements.
• Advise on data licensing and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

• 2+ years of transactional experience at a law firm or in-house, with at least 1 year at a law firm.
• Active license to practice law in New York.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in New York.

Skills

• Interest in media and entertainment industries.
• Background in intellectual property, technology transactions, or related fields.
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Ability to simplify complex legal concepts.
• Creative problem-solving and advisory skills.

Benefits

• Bonus eligibility.
• Health insurance with optional HSA.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Long-term and short-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• 401(k) plan.
• Up to 15 Paid Time Off/Vacation days.
• 9 paid Federal holidays plus sick time and entitlement leave.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
Phone : (212) 232-0277
Fax : (213) 895-7306