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Senior Legal Counsel, Legal Licensing & Business Development

Spotify AB
Los Angeles, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/14/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/28/2025

We are seeking a Senior Counsel with a deep understanding of the business and legal customs in the content and creator space to join our team!

Check out the role overview below If you are confident you have got the right skills and experience, apply today.

Locations

  • New York

Job Type

Permanent

In this role, you will counsel and provide legal support on a variety of matters with a focus on structuring, negotiating, and drafting agreements related to the acquisition and distribution of video and audio content (i.e., vodcasts and podcasts).

Spotify’s efforts are cutting edge and ever-evolving, so we’re looking for an innovative, adaptable, and proactive problem-solver who thrives and embraces a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

What You'll Do

  • Negotiate, draft and advise on a wide range of commercial transactions with a focus on content licensing, acquisition, and distribution agreements.
  • Provide guidance to senior executives in support of their objectives and helping shape evolving strategies.
  • Provide day-to-day legal support with partnerships and production teams, that includes creative and risk assessments as well as advising on clearances.
  • Work cross-functionally across finance, operations, advertising and product teams in furtherance of Spotify’s content offering.
  • Who You Are

  • J.D. degree from an ABA accredited law school (or foreign equivalent).
  • Eligible to practice law in the U.S.
  • 10 years of experience working in a top-tier entertainment law firm and / or in-house legal department at a social network, or major TV, film, or podcast studio / network.
  • Expertise in copyright law and legal issues relating to content licensing and digital distribution.
  • Expertise in multifaceted content development and distribution.
  • Excellent analytical and written / oral communication skills!
  • Team player with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Comfortable working in a company experiencing rapid change.
  • Creative problem solver, self-motivated, and able to work independently.
  • Possess excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously!
  • Where You'll Be

  • This position is located in either New York, NY or Los Angeles, CA.
  • Compensation and Benefits

    The United States base range for this position is $198,441-$283,487, plus equity. The benefits available for this position include health insurance, six month paid parental leave, 401(k) retirement plan, 23 paid days off, and 13 paid flexible holidays.

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