Music Senior Associate

Job description

The firm

We are a dynamic, multifaceted law firm that provides a wide range of legal services to a creative and entrepreneurial client base. We partner with the big and the small, from cutting edge startups to global corporations, early-stage entrepreneurs to established industry leaders, and household names to private individuals and their family offices. We are renowned for our sector specialisms which we combine with expertise across all the traditional practice areas to provide our clients with tailored solutions that truly add value.

We offer a collegiate, vibrant and supportive environment, a clear path for career progression and a strong platform from which to learn and grow. We look for high performing, committed and innovative people who aren't afraid to push themselves to be the best they can be. We take an active role in helping our people be at the top of their game. We believe our people make us stand out and we empower them to meet their ambitions. We invest time in developing their skills and knowledge and run several development and training programmes throughout the year, as well as encouraging and supporting personal involvement in other areas of expertise.

The group

We are seeking an outstanding music lawyer to join our Media & Entertainment group. This is a highly sought after position working alongside partners who are ranked as experts by the independent legal directories. Our clients range from major and independent labels, publishers, major worldwide artists, emerging talent, song writers, producers and digital music platforms.

The role

Our work encompasses:

• Recording, distribution, publishing, managing and production agreements
• Live events
• Merchandising
• Sponsorship, endorsement and branding arrangements
• Content licensing for new digital music services
• Acquisition and exploitation of music rights in film, television, games and theatre
• Corporate/business structuring

The successful candidate is likely to be a Senior Associate with 5 to 7 years PQE. Strong advisory skills, a pragmatic and commercial manner as well as strong drafting skills and negotiating experience are essential. The successful candidate will have a real understanding of the music industry and the challenges it faces today. They will also have the desire and ability to work with other departments and take an active role in developing the practice. We are open to meeting candidates currently working inhouse provided they have the relevant experience and necessary skills to perform the role.