Vice President, Business & Legal Affairs

Fox News Network•New York, NY

5d•$247,000 - $280,000

About The Position

Red Seat Ventures (RSV) partners with market-leading talent, brands, and personalities to develop unique media properties. RSV offers its clients and partners an unprecedented mix of investment capital, technology, and skilled management, thereby allowing for the rapid launch of new digital businesses. RSV takes a multiplatform approach to content creation, inclusive of web, mobile, OTT, podcasts, and television production and offers its advertisers the ability to reach focused and highly desirable audiences via branded content, sponsorships, and other unique digital ad formats. RSV is owned by the Tubi Media Group, a subsidiary of Fox Corporation. Red Seat Ventures is seeking an experienced Vice President, Business & Legal Affairs to support legal functions across its fast-growing portfolio of media and entertainment ventures. This attorney will manage the negotiation, drafting and analysis of a wide range of commercial, production, talent and strategic agreements. The ideal candidate will bring a strong blend of legal acumen and business judgment, to skillfully balance creative and commercial considerations while advising RSV's business and creative leaders.

Requirements

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school; active membership in the New York or California Bar strongly preferred. Candidates eligible for Registered In-House Counsel status (Rule 9.46) will also be considered
7+ years of transactional legal experience, ideally within digital media, entertainment, or content production sectors
Proven expertise in negotiating, drafting and closing complex agreements, including production, talent, licensing, distribution, and sponsorship deals
Exceptional analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to interpret complex legal issues and translate them into practical, business-oriented solutions
Strong executive presence and refined communication skills, capable of influencing and advising senior business executives
Demonstrated leadership and judgment under pressure, with the ability to navigate competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Collaborative and business-minded approach, with the ability to build trust across teams, and contribute to a culture of partnership and innovation

Nice To Haves

Law firm training and in-house counsel experience at a major media or streaming company
Previous work experience with entertainment, news, or sports brands in a podcast, digital-first context
Deep understanding of digital media, intellectual property, and content-related legal frameworks

Responsibilities

Negotiate and draft a wide range of agreements, including talent, content licensing, production, original programming, distribution, sponsorship, and other contracts supporting RSV's diverse portfolio of media, entertainment and related businesses
Provide strategic legal counsel to internal clients throughout the acquisition, development, and production of podcasts and original programming—ensuring all activities align with company standards, legal requirements, and industry best practices
Advise on IP, rights and risk mitigation while partnering with internal stakeholders to manage compliance, insurance and other business considerations, and ensure seamless execution of deals
Analyze, interpret, and advise on a variety of contractual matters, offering practical solutions and concise recommendations to support business objectives and address and resolve partner or client inquiries
Educate and counsel internal business teams on contractual principles, negotiation strategies, and risk management to empower sound decision-making across the organization
Mitigate legal exposure while fostering innovation and advancing RSV's strategic initiatives
Ensure compliance with privacy, data security, and intellectual property standards consistent with broader FOX corporate policies and practices