Sr Counsel

Paramount•Los Angeles, CA

4d•$176,800 - $198,900

About The Position

Paramount is looking for Senior Counsel to join the Law Department team supporting the U.S. Distribution (USD) group. This role requires drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of agreements arising from the distribution of Paramount’s programming services and content. This includes a broad array of media platforms (e.g. cable and satellite television, internet/OTT, connected devices, integrated streaming platforms) with a focus on linear, VOD and streaming distribution agreements. The ideal candidate will bring prior relevant deal experience, and will be expected to take a leadership role on complex negotiations and to help guide the development of more junior attorneys.

Requirements

Extensive, in-depth knowledge of contract and general corporate law
Demonstrated ability to independently evaluate, structure, and draft complex agreements and to optimally distill information for clients
Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously in a demanding, fast-paced environment
Strong verbal and written communication
Ability to negotiate agreements with third parties independently, including complex or high-stakes matters
Ability to work closely with and maintain positive relationships with Paramount personnel
J.D. and approximately 8 years of law firm and/or relevant in-house experience
New York State Bar membership and/or qualified to register as NY In-House Counsel

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of media, intellectual property, communications, technology and/or internet law and FCC regulation is preferred
Applicable experience in the television, streaming and/or other digital media industry is a plus

Responsibilities

Leading and managing complex, high-value negotiations with minimal oversight
Providing advice and counsel on a variety of legal and business affairs matters
Monitoring contractual and regulatory compliance
Assisting with various departmental and administrative functions and assignments requiring interaction with other groups within USD (e.g., Partnerships, Deal Finance, Strategy), with attorneys supporting other client groups and with executives across Paramount.
Providing guidance, mentorship, and work-product review to more junior attorneys
Supporting and advising senior leadership as needed