An instantly recognisable name in the media industry is looking for a Legal Counsel to join an established team of 4 qualified lawyers, providing legal advice across a variety of business functions. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Drafting a variety of commercial contracts, including licensing arrangements, complex rights agreements, and distribution agreements Reviewing third party contracts where applicable Identifying and resolving issues in proposed commercial transactions and identifying the implications upon the business Drafting agreements and assisting in structuring transactions for digital initiatives Managing day-to-day data protection questions and working with the company’s Global Compliance Counsel (US-based) on data protection, privacy and compliance initiatives and their implementation in the UK Assisting in the preparation of basic transaction documentation to include reviewing NDA agreements and term sheets relating to M&A Assisting in the resolution of disputes and avoidance of litigation Much more information will made available upon request by suitable candidates. To be considered you should be an NQ or have up to c.2yrs PQE* - preferably with commercial contracts and data protection and privacy experience. *NB: PQE levels are offered as a guide only. Our clients will accept applications from all candidates who can demonstrate the skills necessary for the role. Our clients are committed to inclusion and diversity; are proud to provide equal opportunity workplaces; and on their behalf, we will evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, religion or belief, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or gender assignment, marital or civil partnership status, disability, pregnancy, childbirth or any other characteristic protected by law. Interested candidates should send their CV to Nick Wasserman for consideration. All successful candidates will be contacted within 5 working days of application. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, though, we are not always able to respond directly to everyone, but we will try our very best.