Senior Legal Counsel - Media Part-time

Posted 24 April by Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
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Your new company and role
This company is an exciting and innovative sports start-up with a passion for eco-friendly technology. The growing team is looking for a media lawyer to join them 3 or 4 days a week on a hybrid basis. This role will regularly collaborate with different areas of the business, particularly the media and content teams.


What you'll need to succeed

  • Experience with media rights and distribution deals with content distributors, broadcasters, OTT providers and other emerging platforms.
  • An ability to draft and negotiate digital rights deals with telecommunication operators and direct carrier billing (DCB) companies.
  • A commercially minded approach to advising on legal and regulatory issues relating to media rights and broadcasting.
  • Previous experience with live events and related agreements including production, location, operational and talent release agreements.
  • A driven and solutions-focused approach to finding practical legal solutions.
  • Previous experience in sports is preferred.
  • 6-8 PQE as a guideline only.

What you'll get in return

  • Flexible working, hybrid.£80K salary, pro rated to 3 or 4 days plus healthcare and additional benefits.
    There is opportunity for the role to go full time after 6 months.
    A chance to work in a growing company and growing team with plenty of opportunity for progression.

What you need to do now

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Required skills

  • Media
  • sports
  • production
  • broadcasting
  • digital content

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