Summary:
We're a leading global entertainment company with a strong and diversified presence in motion picture production and distribution, television programming and syndication, home entertainment, family entertainment, digital distribution, new channel platforms and international distribution.
The ideal
candidate will be a qualified lawyer with the ability to demonstrate extensive
legal experience (in a law firm or in-house) of international film distribution
in terms of negotiation, finance, extensive drafting, compliance and tax
obligations.
The role requires excellent drafting skills, a proven track record
of sharp attention to detail and organisational skills.
It also requires a
self-motivated autonomous individual who embraces responsibility, thrives on a
varied workload, as well as being resilient to the demands of the business and
the International Business and Legal Affairs team.
Key
responsibilities include:
- Draft and negotiate content distribution
agreements for non-Americas territories (all countries worldwide other than North
and South America)
- Communicate regularly with third party
non-Americas content distributors and third party producers
- Summarize and analyse international
distribution as well as general legal issues for executive teams
- Assist in the oversight of
financial/contractual compliance of all non-Americas distributors, including
drafting, serving and tracking of notices of defaults, terminations,
arbitrations, cease and desist demands, and non-disclosure agreements
- Attend and provide counsel during major film
markets (as required).
- Work closely with U.S. general counsel, U.S.
chief financial officer, and U.S. chief tax officer office to analyse and
resolve potential structural, compliance and tax issues in the non-Americas,
including controversy/appeals/litigation (as required)
- Manage intercompany Non-Americas IP transfers
and licenses, as well as service arrangements
- Oversee filing and dispersal of all tax forms
(annual and ad hoc/country-specific) pertinent to non-Americas distribution,
and related notarization, authentication, legalization and consularization of
supporting documents.
Skills required:
- Either the
required qualifications to practice as a solicitor in the UK or an attorney
registered in the United States
- Extensive experience
working as counsel of a film/media company (in a law firm or in-house)
- Ability to
work on an international time schedule, including real-time negotiations
with the United States, Asia, and other time zones
- Ability to work under pressure, good organizational
skills, time management skills, and attention to detail
- Succinct communication skills at all levels
(verbal and written)
- Ability and willingness to travel when
required
- Proficient line manager skills, strong team
player with the ability to build relationships with employees at all levels and
support other members of the team as needed.
Our objective is to source candidates
who demonstrate our global values:
Resourcefulness – We
redefine what is possible.
Innovation – We
challenge the status quo in order to foster bold thinking and outcomes.
Collaboration – We connect
people and ideas to ensure all voices are heard.
Inclusiveness – We pursue
and embrace diverse talent and perspectives.
Empowerment – We equip
and entrust our people to cultivate growth and advance our mission.
Integrity – We respect
all individuals and honour our commitments to one another.
Next Step:
Please send a covering letter and copy
of your CV to the HR Department together with details of your current salary
and benefits.