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Legal Counsel
London, London
NBC Universal
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Job Description
NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.
Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.
Versant requires a junior lawyer, to work across a variety of media law and commercial matters, though principally providing legal support to CNBC International's Advertising and Partnerships sales teams and Channel Distribution team. The role reports to the VP, Legal and Business Affairs, Ad Sales, based in London.
Responsibilities:
+ Provide legal support to CNBC International's Advertising and Partnerships and Channel Distribution sales teams with a primary focus on the EMEA region
+ Draft, review, and negotiate broadcast, cable and streaming channel distribution terms and conditions with platforms
+ Draft, review, and negotiate advertising sales agreements including, insertion orders, advertising terms, sponsorship, custom content, data and events agreements.
+ Draft and negotiate agreements with vendors, production companies, agencies, and consultants, including ad tech agreements, third-party sales rep agreements and reseller agreements
+ Counsel about risks associated with engaging in a variety of digital and marketing activities and the collection and use of data
+ Review digital and linear advertising and marketing content for regulatory compliance, and intellectual property concerns across all territories
+ Support the development, production and exploitation of advertising, marketing, and other sponsored content and advise on compliance with CNBC's editorial guidelines as they pertain to commercial content.
+ Counsel on the use and exploitation of intellectual property including interpterion of licensing agreements
+ Advise internal clients regarding compliance issues, debt collection, contractual rights and duties, matters of contract interpretation and pre-litigation dispute resolution
+ Develop best legal and contractual practices in connection with a rapidly changing and expanding business and media landscape
+ Act as a true business partner to the business areas and leaders, providing prompt, accurate and practical legal and commercial counsel to the business
+ Work closely with other members of the Versant Legal team on a global basis
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
+ Strong commercial drafting skills and good understanding of UK copyright law.
+ Experience in negotiating and drafting contracts and a variety of terms and conditions
+ Experience with broadcast and digital advertising regimes, ideally with a media agency, and/or working with new media platforms
+ Capable of providing practical legal advice to members of business team at all levels and working with legal teams across functions (data privacy, employment, IP, compliance, etc.)
+ Good with technology (Microsoft Office applications) basic level experience with AI tools
+ Strong work ethic
+ Good natured, team player
+ Strong written and oral presentation skills
+ Organised, able to multi-task successfully, and to work both independently and collegially as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
REQUIREMENTS
Basic Qualifications
+ Qualified Solicitor
+ Preferably 3+ years' PQE with relevant experience at a law firm and/or strong inhouse law department in commercial transactions, IP, data privacy. Knowledge of Ofcom and ASA regulations useful.
+ Experience with digital media regulation in the UK (and ideally other EMEA territories) and ad tech is also preferred
Eligibility Requirements
+ Must be willing to work in London
+ Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in London
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to
Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.
Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.
Versant requires a junior lawyer, to work across a variety of media law and commercial matters, though principally providing legal support to CNBC International's Advertising and Partnerships sales teams and Channel Distribution team. The role reports to the VP, Legal and Business Affairs, Ad Sales, based in London.
Responsibilities:
+ Provide legal support to CNBC International's Advertising and Partnerships and Channel Distribution sales teams with a primary focus on the EMEA region
+ Draft, review, and negotiate broadcast, cable and streaming channel distribution terms and conditions with platforms
+ Draft, review, and negotiate advertising sales agreements including, insertion orders, advertising terms, sponsorship, custom content, data and events agreements.
+ Draft and negotiate agreements with vendors, production companies, agencies, and consultants, including ad tech agreements, third-party sales rep agreements and reseller agreements
+ Counsel about risks associated with engaging in a variety of digital and marketing activities and the collection and use of data
+ Review digital and linear advertising and marketing content for regulatory compliance, and intellectual property concerns across all territories
+ Support the development, production and exploitation of advertising, marketing, and other sponsored content and advise on compliance with CNBC's editorial guidelines as they pertain to commercial content.
+ Counsel on the use and exploitation of intellectual property including interpterion of licensing agreements
+ Advise internal clients regarding compliance issues, debt collection, contractual rights and duties, matters of contract interpretation and pre-litigation dispute resolution
+ Develop best legal and contractual practices in connection with a rapidly changing and expanding business and media landscape
+ Act as a true business partner to the business areas and leaders, providing prompt, accurate and practical legal and commercial counsel to the business
+ Work closely with other members of the Versant Legal team on a global basis
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
+ Strong commercial drafting skills and good understanding of UK copyright law.
+ Experience in negotiating and drafting contracts and a variety of terms and conditions
+ Experience with broadcast and digital advertising regimes, ideally with a media agency, and/or working with new media platforms
+ Capable of providing practical legal advice to members of business team at all levels and working with legal teams across functions (data privacy, employment, IP, compliance, etc.)
+ Good with technology (Microsoft Office applications) basic level experience with AI tools
+ Strong work ethic
+ Good natured, team player
+ Strong written and oral presentation skills
+ Organised, able to multi-task successfully, and to work both independently and collegially as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
REQUIREMENTS
Basic Qualifications
+ Qualified Solicitor
+ Preferably 3+ years' PQE with relevant experience at a law firm and/or strong inhouse law department in commercial transactions, IP, data privacy. Knowledge of Ofcom and ASA regulations useful.
+ Experience with digital media regulation in the UK (and ideally other EMEA territories) and ad tech is also preferred
Eligibility Requirements
+ Must be willing to work in London
+ Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in London
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to
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Director, Legal & Business Affairs - International
Bedford, Eastern
NBC Universal
Posted 4 days ago
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Job Description
NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.
Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.
POSITION SUMMARY
At Universal Creative, we design, develop and deliver the most compelling entertainment experiences imaginable to drive growth for Universal Parks & Resorts worldwide. Our innovative attractions, immersive theme parks and world-class resorts fuse art and technology to create new standards in the themed entertainment industry.
The Director of Legal and Business Affairs - International is responsible for managing legal aspects of UK and international commercial matters, such as drafting and negotiating complex commercial and real estate agreements, corporate transactions, and providing advice and guidance for operations and management. The Director of Legal and Business Affairs is also responsible for overseeing compliance with planning and development approvals and agreements with UK Government and third parties. This position includes managing outside counsel and consultants.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
+ Manage complex UK and international commercial and real estate transactions, including planning, and real estate development matters and drafting, interpretation and negotiation of complex contracts and agreements, such as purchase and sale agreements, leases, and acquisition, development, incentive, management, third party service, licensing, and other legal agreements.
+ % of Time: 30%
+ Provide oversight, management and tracking of compliance, including with respect to planning approvals, development permits and licenses, UK Government incentive and grant agreements, and contractual commitments.
+ % of Time: 25%
+ Advise regarding corporate transactions, including entity formation, joint ventures, commercial lending, and board and shareholder matters for domestic and international entities.
+ % of Time: 20%
+ Strategic planning for proposed transactions, management of special projects, and provide general advice and counsel on legal issues to Senior Management.
+ % of Time: 15%
+ Review and interpret applicable law, statutes, regulations, and pending legislation and any best practices applicable to UDX operations. Drafting of policies and procedures and development and presentation of training materials.
+ % of Time: 10%
+ Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training, and team member involvement activities.
+ Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
+ Ability to effectively partner with Senior Management team in completing deals, advising on real estate and planning matters and resolving issues. Strong business ethics.
+ Strong transactional drafting skills; detail oriented.
+ Ability to work independently, prioritise and exercise sound business judgment, while maintaining professional attitude.
+ Able to work early mornings, nights, weekends to accommodate major transactions and multiple time zones, and adapt to a variety of cultures.
+ Excellent communication, negotiating, drafting and analytic skills; must be able to work with numerous and varied clients including Senior Management.
+ Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
+ Excellent oral and written communications skills.
+ Strong business acumen with good judgment.
EDUCATION:
+ Bachelor of Law (LLB), or equivalent.
EXPERIENCE:
+ 10+ years PQE experience in commercial and real estate transactions, negotiating, drafting and interpreting complex contracts; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
+ Experience with planning and real estate development.
SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
+ May supervise team members in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
+ Qualified solicitor, England and Wales
+ Must be highly proficient in Microsoft Word, and proficient in Excel and PowerPoint, as well as Internet and web-based training tools
+ Must be willing to travel occasionally, domestically and internationally.
+ Must have the right to work in the UK.
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to
Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.
Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.
POSITION SUMMARY
At Universal Creative, we design, develop and deliver the most compelling entertainment experiences imaginable to drive growth for Universal Parks & Resorts worldwide. Our innovative attractions, immersive theme parks and world-class resorts fuse art and technology to create new standards in the themed entertainment industry.
The Director of Legal and Business Affairs - International is responsible for managing legal aspects of UK and international commercial matters, such as drafting and negotiating complex commercial and real estate agreements, corporate transactions, and providing advice and guidance for operations and management. The Director of Legal and Business Affairs is also responsible for overseeing compliance with planning and development approvals and agreements with UK Government and third parties. This position includes managing outside counsel and consultants.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
+ Manage complex UK and international commercial and real estate transactions, including planning, and real estate development matters and drafting, interpretation and negotiation of complex contracts and agreements, such as purchase and sale agreements, leases, and acquisition, development, incentive, management, third party service, licensing, and other legal agreements.
+ % of Time: 30%
+ Provide oversight, management and tracking of compliance, including with respect to planning approvals, development permits and licenses, UK Government incentive and grant agreements, and contractual commitments.
+ % of Time: 25%
+ Advise regarding corporate transactions, including entity formation, joint ventures, commercial lending, and board and shareholder matters for domestic and international entities.
+ % of Time: 20%
+ Strategic planning for proposed transactions, management of special projects, and provide general advice and counsel on legal issues to Senior Management.
+ % of Time: 15%
+ Review and interpret applicable law, statutes, regulations, and pending legislation and any best practices applicable to UDX operations. Drafting of policies and procedures and development and presentation of training materials.
+ % of Time: 10%
+ Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training, and team member involvement activities.
+ Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
+ Ability to effectively partner with Senior Management team in completing deals, advising on real estate and planning matters and resolving issues. Strong business ethics.
+ Strong transactional drafting skills; detail oriented.
+ Ability to work independently, prioritise and exercise sound business judgment, while maintaining professional attitude.
+ Able to work early mornings, nights, weekends to accommodate major transactions and multiple time zones, and adapt to a variety of cultures.
+ Excellent communication, negotiating, drafting and analytic skills; must be able to work with numerous and varied clients including Senior Management.
+ Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
+ Excellent oral and written communications skills.
+ Strong business acumen with good judgment.
EDUCATION:
+ Bachelor of Law (LLB), or equivalent.
EXPERIENCE:
+ 10+ years PQE experience in commercial and real estate transactions, negotiating, drafting and interpreting complex contracts; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
+ Experience with planning and real estate development.
SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
+ May supervise team members in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
+ Qualified solicitor, England and Wales
+ Must be highly proficient in Microsoft Word, and proficient in Excel and PowerPoint, as well as Internet and web-based training tools
+ Must be willing to travel occasionally, domestically and internationally.
+ Must have the right to work in the UK.
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to
This advertiser has chosen not to accept applicants from your region.
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