Senior Director, Business & Legal Affairs

Iconic Manager LLC • Los Angeles, CA

96d • $200,000

About The Position

As a Senior Director, Business & Legal Affairs, you will be primarily responsible for providing day-to-day business and legal affairs services, advice and support to the company across its roster of artists. You will be responsible for structuring, negotiating and documenting agreements with the company’s vendors and partners, and will play a critical role in providing legal guidance, risk assessment, and strategic support to the executive team. You will also be instrumental in ensuring the company's compliance with laws and regulations while effectively mitigating legal risks. You will work closely with all company departments to provide advice and service to their business needs and to offer workable guidance and solutions. The role may also include directing and supervising the work of junior staff. You will report to the company’s Senior Vice President, Business & Legal Affairs. The Senior Director of Business & Legal Affairs is a crucial role in ensuring the success of the company’s business operations. Your expertise will be instrumental in guiding the company through complex legal matters and fostering positive relationships with our artists and partners.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of California in good standing; or admission to the New York State Bar with a willingness to qualify as Registered In-House Counsel in the State of California.
• Proven experience (6+ years) in both corporate law and entertainment industry business & legal affairs roles, with substantial experience in contract negotiation and drafting.
• In-depth knowledge of business and corporate law, intellectual property, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong understanding of commercial transactions in the entertainment industry and industry-specific legal requirements.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, drafting, analytical and organizational skills.
• Strong project management and client relationship and support skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic startup environment and a willingness to be proactive.
• Practical understanding of the music business and its day-to-day functions, as well as a familiarity with social media and user-generated content platforms.
• Highly ethical and committed to maintaining confidentiality and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Conduct contract negotiations with external partners, vendors, and clients.
• Draft, review, and revise a wide range of contracts, including agreements, licenses, and strategic partnerships, including those related to recorded music, music publishing, collective management organizations, branding, merchandising and sponsorships, film and television, and new media.
• Advise the company’s finance and accounting teams on contractual terms, legal implications, and potential risks, and ensure the successful implementation of your deals.
• Support ongoing data management and technology improvement projects.
• Support the company’s acquisitions team in consummating transactions with new artists.
• Assist in the due diligence process for acquisitions and facilitate the onboarding of an artist after a transaction is consummated.
• Assist in and supervise the management and protection of the company's intellectual property rights, including copyrights and trademarks.
• Collaborate with internal team members to identify and safeguard valuable intellectual property assets.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Assess legal risks associated with business operations and collaborate in the creation of strategies to mitigate them.
• Assist in the implementation of policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance across the company.
• Stay up-to-date with changes in relevant laws and regulations that may impact the company's operations.
• Analyze legal developments and assess their potential effects on the organization.
• Assist in the management of disputes and legal proceedings, both internally and externally, and collaborate with external legal counsel as necessary.
• Help to resolve disputes efficiently and in the best interest of the organization.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package
• Annual bonus
• Creative and dynamic working environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees