SENIOR MEDIA LAWYER, DIGITAL/RIGHTS

Location London, England Sector Legal Salary EXCELLENT

SENIOR MEDIA DISTRIBUTION LAWYER
12 MONTH FIXED TERM CONTRACT (FULL-TIME)
DIGITAL/MEDIA RIGHTS
LONDON/HYBRID

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Commercial Lawyer with media rights distribution experience to join a fast-paced, collaborative legal and BA team on a one-year fixed term contract.

This is an excellent opportunity to work with a globally recognised entertainment brand at the cutting edge of media, technology, and commercial partnerships.

The Role
You will play a central role in advising on, drafting and negotiating a broad range of high-value commercial agreements, with a particular focus on media rights and digital distribution. As part of a well-established team, you will also provide guidance and supervision to junior lawyers and paralegals, while working closely with internal stakeholders across multiple departments.

Key Responsibilities

• Drafting and negotiating media rights agreements, including the distribution of live event programming, documentaries, feature films, and related digital content.
• Supporting the operation of OTT and other digital media services, including advice on consumer terms, data protection, and promotional strategies.
• Advising on sponsorship, licensing (including experiential and gaming), and advertising agreements.
• Providing legal support for content production, including photography, music, and contributor agreements.
• Drafting complex service agreements, including those related to website development and broadcast delivery.
• Supporting procurement processes and negotiating agreements relating to goods, services, and data processing.

Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will have:

• 7+ years' post-qualification experience.
• Strong experience in commercial contracts, with particular expertise in linear and/or OTT media rights.
• Excellent legal drafting skills and a commercial mindset.
• Experience supervising and mentoring junior team members.
• The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, working efficiently under pressure.
• Exceptional communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.

What We're Looking For
We are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented lawyer who thrives in a dynamic environment and is keen to take ownership of their work. The successful candidate will be solutions-driven, collaborative, and eager to broaden their commercial expertise in a fast-evolving sector.