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Who We Are
At Warner Bros. Discovery, we’re not just about wizards, dragons, and superheroes. We’re a vibrant community of storytellers, creators, and dreamers who bring iconic content and beloved brands to life.
From brilliant creatives to technology trailblazers, we offer career-defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to help you explore and grow into your best self. Here, you are supported, celebrated, and empowered to thrive.
Your New Role
We are on the lookout for a Sr Director, Legal, Intellectual Property to lead trademark, copyright, and IP policy matters across EMEA. This UK-based role will provide essential legal guidance on global trademark portfolios, disputes, enforcement, and copyright issues, while collaborating closely with executive stakeholders and external counsel. You will play a pivotal role in shaping IP policy across the EMEA region.
Your Role Accountabilities
* Provide strategic legal guidance on trademark selection, use, clearance, prosecution, and global portfolio management, including oversight of filings, office actions, and post-registration matters.
* Lead and manage global trademark and copyright disputes, oppositions, cancellations, and infringements.
* Offer subject-matter expertise on trademark and copyright litigation matters.
* Advise on international production and marketing-related clearance issues, including freedom of panorama.
* Manage IP Policy issues for the EMEA region, reviewing legislative and regulatory developments, assessing implications for WBD, and liaising with relevant legal and commercial executives.
* Oversee relationships with trade associations on IP Policy issues, setting MPA EMEA strategy in consultation with the Head of Global IP Policy.
Qualifications & Experience
* UK qualified Solicitor or Barrister with strong experience in IP law (trademark, brand protection, copyright, and related matters).
* In-depth knowledge of IP policy issues facing the media and entertainment industry.
* Extensive experience counseling clients at all levels, with a proven ability to become a trusted advisor on IP issues.
Working Conditions
This role is advertised as a Hybrid work model, combining remote and in-office work, in line with our current company policy and as agreed with your Line Manager. Please note that WBD reserves the right to adjust this working agreement based on business needs, with reasonable notice.
How We Get Things Done
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Championing Inclusion at WBD
Warner Bros. Discovery is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. As an equal opportunity employer, we consider qualified candidates based on merit, regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability, or any other category protected by law.
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