Legal Manager
- Recruiter
- Robert Walters Ltd
- Location
- England, London
- Salary
- Negotiable
- Posted
- 18 Nov 2020
- Closes
- 16 Dec 2020
- Ref
- 50599783/001
- Contact
- Rosamund More
- Job Title
- In House Counsel
- Practice Area
- Media / Entertainment
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
A fantastic opportunity for a commercial or media lawyer to join a highly regarded publishing company.
A well-known publishing company are looking for a commercial or media lawyer to join the team in a unique role that will support both the legal and contract management division.
The position will provide support in knowledge and template management, learning and development and drafting & advising on complex agreements.
The company are happy to consider candidates looking for a part-time role or remote working.
Key responsibilities:
- Supporting the contracts advisors in their work by responding to technical legal queries arising out of the drafting and negotiation of publishing contracts;
- Collaborating with the contract advisors and/or lawyers to create new templates and drafting notes for existing and new areas of business;
- Working with the Head of Legal and Head of Contracts to identify priorities and develop a programme to create and maintain high a quality knowhow resource for the team
- To work closely, vet and/or supervise the work of the contracts advisors on more complex or high profile author or licensor contracts.
To be successful in the role you will be:
- 4 years + post-qualification experience; some experience working in-house, ideally in the publishing, media or entertainment sectors.
- Qualified solicitor (this role does not require a practising certificate)
Please click on the link to apply to this Legal Manager position