Senior Legal Counsel - Media & Talent in London

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the legal team of a leading global media business at the forefront of content creation, production and entertainment.

We are seeking an experienced commercial lawyer (6+ PQE) with a strong background in media, entertainment or content businesses. This is a broad, business-facing role supporting high-profile productions, commercial partnerships and talent-related matters across an international organisation.

The successful candidate will have significant experience drafting, negotiating and advising on a wide range of commercial agreements, ideally including talent, presenter, contributor, production and content-related contracts. You will be a pragmatic, commercially minded adviser who enjoys working closely with senior stakeholders in a fast-paced, creative environment.

Key requirements:

• Qualified solicitor with 6+ years' PQE (or equivalent experience).
• Strong in-house or private practice experience within the media, entertainment or content sector.
• Excellent commercial contracts experience.
• Experience advising on talent agreements, presenter or contributor contracts would be highly advantageous.
• Confident managing multiple stakeholders and balancing legal risk with commercial objectives.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and communication skills.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly respected legal team within a globally recognised media organisation, working on varied, high-profile projects in a collaborative and dynamic environment.