81 Rights Management jobs in the United Kingdom
Commercial Analyst, Rights Management
Two Circles
Posted 653 days ago
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Two Circles is a global sports marketing agency that uses data to drive commercial growth for over 300 of the world’s leading sports properties including the NFL, Premier League, UEFA, F1, and Wimbledon. Our Rights Management team focuses on sponsorship sales, building compelling, data-driven brand partnership propositions and taking them to market, seeking to deliver greater value and impact for partners whilst driving commercial growth for clients. These partnerships could include the likes of front of shirt sponsors, venue naming rights, and kit manufacturers.
A Commercial Analyst at Two Circles works as the Research and Insights arm of our Rights Management team to help service the sponsorship requirements of top tier sports teams and rights holders.
The role has a range of duties which include, but are not limited to, undertaking primary and secondary research into sports properties and brands, identifying new trends and sponsorship opportunities through industry and company analysis, finding synergies between prospect and property for potential sales opportunities, and formulating an approach strategy for selected brands. Central to these responsibilities will be collaboration with all departments (sales, operations, and design) to develop sales materials, and maximise efficiencies and output.
Requirements
What we’re looking for
There’s no set profile for a Commercial Analyst, and we welcome applications from people with a wide range of backgrounds and experiences – including those without a university degree. Ticking every box on this list is not a pre-requisite, but evidence of some will definitely help your application:
- Strong academics
- Experience of, or a keen interest in, the business of sport
- Research oriented individual
- Passion for numbers, and identifying trends and stories through data
- Some experience of Excel and basic financial modelling understanding
- Team player, with great written and verbal communication skills
- Self-starting attitude, adaptable, and a problem-solver
- Eagerness to join an entrepreneurial organisation where every working day is different
- Excellent time management, organisational skills, and attention to detail.
Beyond the above, we are recruiting for energy, values, and commitment – both to Two Circles and to your career. In return, we can offer honesty, integrity, and the chance to progress in the organisation as quickly as you develop within it.
Benefits
- Renowned Team Days often throughout the year
- Summer Away Days
- 23 standard days of holiday (+ 1 Birthday, +2 for a ‘Big Life Event’ and +1 Admin Day), closure of office over Christmas (plus Bank Holidays)
- Discretionary Bonus based on company performance
- Performance Reviews every 6 months with discretionary salary increases
- Private healthcare (Vitality) or Medicash scheme
- Mobile phone contribution
- Sport Challenge contribution
- Gym membership contribution
- 2x annual kit drops
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Director - Content Acquisition & Rights Management
London, London
S&P Global
Posted 24 days ago
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**About the Role:**
**Grade Level (for internal use):**
13
**About the Role:**
The Director, Content Acquisition & Rights Management (CARM), will manage content acquisition and support other areas of this centralized function for S&P Global's worldwide business for the acquisition, utilization, and distribution of 3rd party content and services. This hybrid role requires 2 days a week or 9 days a month work from our London office. The role will help implement internal controls to ensure that the use of 3rd party content and services contracts meet the needs of our businesses and ensure S&P Global's compliance with all terms and conditions.
**The Team:**
The CARM group currently manages this function across the enterprise. We focus on building strong vendor relationships and aligning internal strategies with business needs. Our team is dedicated to optimizing content acquisition strategies and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations. We value collaboration, innovation, and a global mindset in our approach to managing third-party content and service providers.
**Responsibilities and Impact:**
+ Manage content acquisition with a focus on S&P Global Market Intelligence.
+ Lead a team responsible for commercial deal and contractual negotiations, including vendor selection, negotiation of commercial terms, and post-execution management of rights and obligations for vendor partnerships.
+ Establish and maintain strong relationships with third-party content and service providers and key internal stakeholders.
+ Work with businesses to create data strategies around product creation, enhancements, and increased revenues.
+ Partner with business stakeholders to review requests for additional content and services, managing the RFI/RFP process.
+ Lead contract renewal processes and ensure compliance with existing license grants.
+ Maintain accurate summaries of all vendor relationships and related contracts.
+ Implement and promote best practices globally, optimizing data sources across the organization.
+ Coordinate the sharing of data and information assets within S&P Global.
+ Managing people team to ensure alignment with strategic goals and efficient operations.
**What We're Looking For:**
**Basic Required Qualifications:**
+ Bachelor's degree with 12+ years of relevant experience in **financial information/market data vendor relationship management and contract negotiations, in a big corporate environment** .
+ Problem-solving, and synergy cost savings analysis experience.
+ Complex and creative commercial deal negotiation experience.
+ Strong attention to detail and multi-tasking skills.
+ Solid knowledge of financial information and market data industry.
+ Excellent Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
+ Strong customer focus with demonstrated ability to be highly responsive.
+ Comfortable liaising with internal stakeholders and external partners.
+ Solid presentation and writing skills with the ability to influence.
+ Excellent organizational and team-building skills.
+ Strong interpersonal communication skills.
**Additional Preferred Qualifications:**
+ People management experience and skills to develop and support employees.
+ Experience in high-yield or leveraged loan financial market.
+ Content acquisition experience.
+ Familiarity with generative AI frameworks and tools, with a strong emphasis on practical application to enhance work efficiency and drive process improvements.
**What's In It For** **You?**
**Our Purpose:**
Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology-the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.
Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.
**Our People:**
We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide-so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.
From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We're committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We're constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.
**Our Values:**
**Integrity, Discovery, Partnership**
At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of **integrity** in all we do, bring a spirit of **discovery** to our work, and collaborate in close **partnership** with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.
**Benefits:**
We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That's why we provide everything you-and your career-need to thrive at S&P Global.
Our benefits include:
+ Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
+ Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
+ Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
+ Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
+ Family Friendly Perks: It's not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
+ Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards-small perks can make a big difference.
For more information on benefits by country visit: Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:**
At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.
**Recruitment Fraud Alert:**
If you receive an email from a spglobalind.com domain or any other regionally based domains, it is a scam and should be reported to . S&P Global never requires any candidate to pay money for job applications, interviews, offer letters, "pre-employment training" or for equipment/delivery of equipment. Stay informed and protect yourself from recruitment fraud by reviewing our guidelines, fraudulent domains, and how to report suspicious activity here ( .
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**Equal Opportunity Employer**
S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.
If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.
**US Candidates Only:** The EEO is the Law Poster describes discrimination protections under federal law. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision - - Middle Management (EEO Job Group) (inactive), 10 - Officials or Managers (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), DTMGOP103.2 - Middle Management Tier II (EEO Job Group)
**Job ID:**
**Posted On:**
**Location:** London, United Kingdom
**Grade Level (for internal use):**
13
**About the Role:**
The Director, Content Acquisition & Rights Management (CARM), will manage content acquisition and support other areas of this centralized function for S&P Global's worldwide business for the acquisition, utilization, and distribution of 3rd party content and services. This hybrid role requires 2 days a week or 9 days a month work from our London office. The role will help implement internal controls to ensure that the use of 3rd party content and services contracts meet the needs of our businesses and ensure S&P Global's compliance with all terms and conditions.
**The Team:**
The CARM group currently manages this function across the enterprise. We focus on building strong vendor relationships and aligning internal strategies with business needs. Our team is dedicated to optimizing content acquisition strategies and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations. We value collaboration, innovation, and a global mindset in our approach to managing third-party content and service providers.
**Responsibilities and Impact:**
+ Manage content acquisition with a focus on S&P Global Market Intelligence.
+ Lead a team responsible for commercial deal and contractual negotiations, including vendor selection, negotiation of commercial terms, and post-execution management of rights and obligations for vendor partnerships.
+ Establish and maintain strong relationships with third-party content and service providers and key internal stakeholders.
+ Work with businesses to create data strategies around product creation, enhancements, and increased revenues.
+ Partner with business stakeholders to review requests for additional content and services, managing the RFI/RFP process.
+ Lead contract renewal processes and ensure compliance with existing license grants.
+ Maintain accurate summaries of all vendor relationships and related contracts.
+ Implement and promote best practices globally, optimizing data sources across the organization.
+ Coordinate the sharing of data and information assets within S&P Global.
+ Managing people team to ensure alignment with strategic goals and efficient operations.
**What We're Looking For:**
**Basic Required Qualifications:**
+ Bachelor's degree with 12+ years of relevant experience in **financial information/market data vendor relationship management and contract negotiations, in a big corporate environment** .
+ Problem-solving, and synergy cost savings analysis experience.
+ Complex and creative commercial deal negotiation experience.
+ Strong attention to detail and multi-tasking skills.
+ Solid knowledge of financial information and market data industry.
+ Excellent Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
+ Strong customer focus with demonstrated ability to be highly responsive.
+ Comfortable liaising with internal stakeholders and external partners.
+ Solid presentation and writing skills with the ability to influence.
+ Excellent organizational and team-building skills.
+ Strong interpersonal communication skills.
**Additional Preferred Qualifications:**
+ People management experience and skills to develop and support employees.
+ Experience in high-yield or leveraged loan financial market.
+ Content acquisition experience.
+ Familiarity with generative AI frameworks and tools, with a strong emphasis on practical application to enhance work efficiency and drive process improvements.
**What's In It For** **You?**
**Our Purpose:**
Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology-the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.
Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.
**Our People:**
We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide-so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.
From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We're committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We're constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.
**Our Values:**
**Integrity, Discovery, Partnership**
At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of **integrity** in all we do, bring a spirit of **discovery** to our work, and collaborate in close **partnership** with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.
**Benefits:**
We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That's why we provide everything you-and your career-need to thrive at S&P Global.
Our benefits include:
+ Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
+ Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
+ Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
+ Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
+ Family Friendly Perks: It's not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
+ Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards-small perks can make a big difference.
For more information on benefits by country visit: Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:**
At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.
**Recruitment Fraud Alert:**
If you receive an email from a spglobalind.com domain or any other regionally based domains, it is a scam and should be reported to . S&P Global never requires any candidate to pay money for job applications, interviews, offer letters, "pre-employment training" or for equipment/delivery of equipment. Stay informed and protect yourself from recruitment fraud by reviewing our guidelines, fraudulent domains, and how to report suspicious activity here ( .
---
**Equal Opportunity Employer**
S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.
If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.
**US Candidates Only:** The EEO is the Law Poster describes discrimination protections under federal law. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision - - Middle Management (EEO Job Group) (inactive), 10 - Officials or Managers (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), DTMGOP103.2 - Middle Management Tier II (EEO Job Group)
**Job ID:**
**Posted On:**
**Location:** London, United Kingdom
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Head of Corporate Legal Affairs
NG1 4BS Nottingham, East Midlands
£90000 Annually
WhatJobs
Posted 1 day ago
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Job Description
A rapidly growing multinational corporation is looking for a seasoned and strategic Head of Corporate Legal Affairs to lead their legal department based in **Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, UK**. This senior leadership role is responsible for overseeing all legal aspects of the company's operations, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, and managing legal risk across the organization. The Head of Corporate Legal Affairs will provide expert legal counsel on a wide range of matters, including corporate governance, commercial contracts, mergers and acquisitions, intellectual property, employment law, and litigation. You will manage a team of legal professionals, foster a high-performance culture, and develop the legal strategy to support the company's business objectives. Key responsibilities include drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex commercial agreements; advising senior management and the board of directors on legal and regulatory issues; and managing external counsel effectively. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and management skills, exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, and a proven track record of successfully navigating complex legal challenges in a corporate environment. Significant experience in corporate law, contract negotiation, and compliance is essential. A qualified solicitor or barrister with a minimum of 10-12 years of post-qualification experience, ideally with a significant portion spent in-house or with a major law firm advising corporate clients, is required. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills are paramount. A deep understanding of corporate governance principles and risk management is expected. This is a high-profile role offering the opportunity to shape the legal framework of a dynamic and expanding enterprise. We provide a competitive compensation package, excellent benefits, and substantial opportunities for career progression. Be a key legal strategist for our organization in **Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, UK**.
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Senior Vice President, Business & Legal Affairs, Working Title - Film & TV
London, London
NBC Universal
Posted 9 days ago
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Working Title Films, co-chaired by Tim Bevan and Eric Fellner, is one of the world's leading British production companies, having created well-loved and critically acclaimed film and TV content for 40 years. The company is proud to have created over 130 films and TV programmes that have grossed over $8.5 billion worldwide and they continue to champion new talent through the London Screen Academy and NBC Universal Global Writers Programme.
Working Title projects have received a total of 10 Best Picture Nominations and have won 15 Academy Awards (including Joe Wright's Darkest Hour, Tom Hooper's The Danish Girl, James Marsh's The Theory of Everything, Tom Hooper's Les Misérables, Joe Wright's Anna Karenina, Tim Robbins' Dead Man Walking; Joel and Ethan Coen's Fargo; Shekhar Kapur's Elizabeth and Elizabeth: The Golden Age; and Joe Wright's Atonement), 11 Golden Globes, over 40 BAFTA Awards and numerous prestigious prizes at the Cannes and Berlin International Film Festivals.
The company's commercial and critical hits include My Beautiful Laundrette, Sid & Nancy, The Interpreter, About a Boy, Ali G, Notting Hill, Elizabeth, Fargo, Dead Man Walking, Bean, High Fidelity, Johnny English, Billy Elliot, Four Weddings and a Funeral, Bridget Jones's Diary, Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason, A Serious Man, O Brother, Where Art Thou?, Love Actually, Shaun of the Dead, Pride & Prejudice, Nanny McPhee, United93, Mr. Bean's Holiday, Hot Fuzz, Elizabeth: The Golden Age, Burn After Reading, Frost/Nixon, Atonement, Senna, Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, Contraband, Anna Karenina, Les Misérables, About Time, Rush, Trash, Everest, Legend, The Danish Girl, Hail Caesar!, Bridget Jones's Baby, Victoria and Abdul, Baby Driver, Darkest Hour, Yesterday, Mary Queen of Scots, Rebecca, Emma, The High Note, Last Night in Soho and Cyrano, Ticket to Paradise, Matilda, The Swimmers, What's Love got to do with it?, Polite Society, Blitz, as well as We Are Lady Parts and Everything I Know About Love for Working Title TV.
Recent releases include Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy (Universal Pictures), The Substance (Mubi), Coralie Fargeat's explosive feminist take on body horror starring Demi Moore and Margaret Qualley, Honey Don't (Focus Features) starring Margaret Qualley, Aubrey Plaza and Chris Evans, and Lena Dunham's eagerly anticipated series, Too Much (Netflix), starring Megan Stalter and Will Sharpe, written and directed by Lena Dunham with original music from Luis Felber.
Working Title's upcoming slate includes Sense and Sensibility (Focus Features), directed by Georgia Oakley and starring Daisy Edgar Jones, Crime 101 (Amazon MGM), an adaptation of the Don Winslow novella, directed by Bart Layton and starring Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo and Halle Berry, historical drama Pressure (Studiocanal & Focus Features), directed by Anthony Maras, starring Andrew Scott, Kerry Condon and Brendan Fraser, Finding Emily (Focus Features), a romantic comedy set in Manchester, written by Rachel Hirons, directed by Alicia MacDonald and starring Angourie Rice and Spike Fearn, Three Bags Full (Amazon MGM), starring Hugh Jackman, Nicolas Braun, Nicolas Galitzine, Molly Gordon, Hong Chau and Emma Thompson, as well as Jo Nesbø's Harry Hole (Netflix) series adapted by leading crime-writer Jo Nesbø from his best-selling books, directed by Øystein Karlson, starring Tobias Santelmann and Joel Kinnaman.
This programming exemplifies Working Title's commitment to pushing boundaries and embracing diverse narratives that resonate with contemporary audiences.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
Film and TV Development:
+ Negotiate and conclude high level commercial deal terms with (a) UK, US and other international agents and lawyers for talent and rights and (b) financiers and commissioners for film and TV development
+ Manage internal approvals prior to offers going out and during negotiations
+ Liaising with WT's home studios (UP for film and UIS/USG for TV)
+ Draft, or delegate drafting to VP Legal/Manager BALA/Associate Legal Counsel or outside counsel (as and where appropriate), a wide range of agreements including commissioning/financing agreements, option/purchase agreements (and option/quitclaim agreements), writer agreements, director agreements, producer agreements, copyright assignment agreements, novation agreements, licence agreements, services agreements and acting agreements.
+ Manage co-development and co-production deals and drafting (or delegating the drafting of) corresponding agreements.
Film and TV pre-production/production/post-production:
+ Assist Head of CA/BALA with managing all Business Affairs and Legal responsibilities and tasks on productions and managing projects from conception (in development) continuing through to and until pre-production, production, post-production and delivery.
+ Negotiate lead and above the line talent deals, liaise with UK and US agents and lawyers.
+ Draft and/or delegate drafting of above the line agreements - manage the negotiations with talent representatives of such agreements.
+ Have ability to construct financial and formal offers/proposals with varying financial structures for different talent including, without limitation, fixed compensation, contingent compensation and deferments. Manage internal approvals and making of offers to talent representatives or other service providers.
+ In conjunction with VP Legal, liaise and manage external production counsel's role on productions.
+ Liaise with different divisions of the Studio to obtain answers to BA/legal/production/finance queries e.g. Labor Relations, Risk Management, Tax, Data Privacy Departments.
+ Oversee and manage VP Legal and Manager BALA.
+ Approving and signing off on deal summaries, budget charges information and invoices.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
+ Production Meetings: BA/Legal representative in regular production meetings where required.
+ Creative Meetings: BA/Legal representative in regular internal Creative meetings where required.
+ US Liaison: liaising with Universal Pictures and USG's US BA/Legal team to support WT's US deals.
+ Supervision of Junior Team Members: Provide ongoing training and guidance to junior team members.
+ Support other WT Departments: Senior BA/Legal contact for Production, Creative and Finance teams.
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
+ 15+ years' experience in film and television business and legal affairs.
+ Academic Legal Qualification i.e. LLB or equivalent. Consideration will be given to candidates with significant in-house legal/business affairs experience and/or equivalent qualifications from another common law jurisdiction.
+ Strong negotiating skills with emotional intelligence, professionalism and an approachable, understanding, communication style
+ Highly organised, fast and efficient - presents clearly and gets to the point; and enjoys solving commercial and corporate problems - learns quickly and has clarity of thought.
+ Experience in dealing with contracts and legal documents, and an understanding of contractual language/excellent drafting skills.
+ Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment with a diverse and heavy workload.
+ Ability to identify, prioritise and manage urgent work assignments, and manage expectations of both colleagues and third parties in respect of other tasks.
+ Computer expertise with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint.
+ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with an ability to interact with a range of personalities.
+ Superb attention to detail.
+ Has a passion for all aspects of the entertainment industry.
+ Ability to foster and create strong relationships internally and externally with colleagues at Working Title, Universal, other studios/production companies/law firms/agencies that we work with.
Please note - The role requires a minimum of 4 days a week in Working Title's London office and a workday that spans the LA time-zone in order to complete deals efficiently.
The candidate must be able to demonstrate as much of the above through her/his CV (both in respect of professional path and extra-curricular achievements) and in interview.
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
Working Title projects have received a total of 10 Best Picture Nominations and have won 15 Academy Awards (including Joe Wright's Darkest Hour, Tom Hooper's The Danish Girl, James Marsh's The Theory of Everything, Tom Hooper's Les Misérables, Joe Wright's Anna Karenina, Tim Robbins' Dead Man Walking; Joel and Ethan Coen's Fargo; Shekhar Kapur's Elizabeth and Elizabeth: The Golden Age; and Joe Wright's Atonement), 11 Golden Globes, over 40 BAFTA Awards and numerous prestigious prizes at the Cannes and Berlin International Film Festivals.
The company's commercial and critical hits include My Beautiful Laundrette, Sid & Nancy, The Interpreter, About a Boy, Ali G, Notting Hill, Elizabeth, Fargo, Dead Man Walking, Bean, High Fidelity, Johnny English, Billy Elliot, Four Weddings and a Funeral, Bridget Jones's Diary, Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason, A Serious Man, O Brother, Where Art Thou?, Love Actually, Shaun of the Dead, Pride & Prejudice, Nanny McPhee, United93, Mr. Bean's Holiday, Hot Fuzz, Elizabeth: The Golden Age, Burn After Reading, Frost/Nixon, Atonement, Senna, Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, Contraband, Anna Karenina, Les Misérables, About Time, Rush, Trash, Everest, Legend, The Danish Girl, Hail Caesar!, Bridget Jones's Baby, Victoria and Abdul, Baby Driver, Darkest Hour, Yesterday, Mary Queen of Scots, Rebecca, Emma, The High Note, Last Night in Soho and Cyrano, Ticket to Paradise, Matilda, The Swimmers, What's Love got to do with it?, Polite Society, Blitz, as well as We Are Lady Parts and Everything I Know About Love for Working Title TV.
Recent releases include Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy (Universal Pictures), The Substance (Mubi), Coralie Fargeat's explosive feminist take on body horror starring Demi Moore and Margaret Qualley, Honey Don't (Focus Features) starring Margaret Qualley, Aubrey Plaza and Chris Evans, and Lena Dunham's eagerly anticipated series, Too Much (Netflix), starring Megan Stalter and Will Sharpe, written and directed by Lena Dunham with original music from Luis Felber.
Working Title's upcoming slate includes Sense and Sensibility (Focus Features), directed by Georgia Oakley and starring Daisy Edgar Jones, Crime 101 (Amazon MGM), an adaptation of the Don Winslow novella, directed by Bart Layton and starring Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo and Halle Berry, historical drama Pressure (Studiocanal & Focus Features), directed by Anthony Maras, starring Andrew Scott, Kerry Condon and Brendan Fraser, Finding Emily (Focus Features), a romantic comedy set in Manchester, written by Rachel Hirons, directed by Alicia MacDonald and starring Angourie Rice and Spike Fearn, Three Bags Full (Amazon MGM), starring Hugh Jackman, Nicolas Braun, Nicolas Galitzine, Molly Gordon, Hong Chau and Emma Thompson, as well as Jo Nesbø's Harry Hole (Netflix) series adapted by leading crime-writer Jo Nesbø from his best-selling books, directed by Øystein Karlson, starring Tobias Santelmann and Joel Kinnaman.
This programming exemplifies Working Title's commitment to pushing boundaries and embracing diverse narratives that resonate with contemporary audiences.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
Film and TV Development:
+ Negotiate and conclude high level commercial deal terms with (a) UK, US and other international agents and lawyers for talent and rights and (b) financiers and commissioners for film and TV development
+ Manage internal approvals prior to offers going out and during negotiations
+ Liaising with WT's home studios (UP for film and UIS/USG for TV)
+ Draft, or delegate drafting to VP Legal/Manager BALA/Associate Legal Counsel or outside counsel (as and where appropriate), a wide range of agreements including commissioning/financing agreements, option/purchase agreements (and option/quitclaim agreements), writer agreements, director agreements, producer agreements, copyright assignment agreements, novation agreements, licence agreements, services agreements and acting agreements.
+ Manage co-development and co-production deals and drafting (or delegating the drafting of) corresponding agreements.
Film and TV pre-production/production/post-production:
+ Assist Head of CA/BALA with managing all Business Affairs and Legal responsibilities and tasks on productions and managing projects from conception (in development) continuing through to and until pre-production, production, post-production and delivery.
+ Negotiate lead and above the line talent deals, liaise with UK and US agents and lawyers.
+ Draft and/or delegate drafting of above the line agreements - manage the negotiations with talent representatives of such agreements.
+ Have ability to construct financial and formal offers/proposals with varying financial structures for different talent including, without limitation, fixed compensation, contingent compensation and deferments. Manage internal approvals and making of offers to talent representatives or other service providers.
+ In conjunction with VP Legal, liaise and manage external production counsel's role on productions.
+ Liaise with different divisions of the Studio to obtain answers to BA/legal/production/finance queries e.g. Labor Relations, Risk Management, Tax, Data Privacy Departments.
+ Oversee and manage VP Legal and Manager BALA.
+ Approving and signing off on deal summaries, budget charges information and invoices.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
+ Production Meetings: BA/Legal representative in regular production meetings where required.
+ Creative Meetings: BA/Legal representative in regular internal Creative meetings where required.
+ US Liaison: liaising with Universal Pictures and USG's US BA/Legal team to support WT's US deals.
+ Supervision of Junior Team Members: Provide ongoing training and guidance to junior team members.
+ Support other WT Departments: Senior BA/Legal contact for Production, Creative and Finance teams.
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
+ 15+ years' experience in film and television business and legal affairs.
+ Academic Legal Qualification i.e. LLB or equivalent. Consideration will be given to candidates with significant in-house legal/business affairs experience and/or equivalent qualifications from another common law jurisdiction.
+ Strong negotiating skills with emotional intelligence, professionalism and an approachable, understanding, communication style
+ Highly organised, fast and efficient - presents clearly and gets to the point; and enjoys solving commercial and corporate problems - learns quickly and has clarity of thought.
+ Experience in dealing with contracts and legal documents, and an understanding of contractual language/excellent drafting skills.
+ Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment with a diverse and heavy workload.
+ Ability to identify, prioritise and manage urgent work assignments, and manage expectations of both colleagues and third parties in respect of other tasks.
+ Computer expertise with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint.
+ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with an ability to interact with a range of personalities.
+ Superb attention to detail.
+ Has a passion for all aspects of the entertainment industry.
+ Ability to foster and create strong relationships internally and externally with colleagues at Working Title, Universal, other studios/production companies/law firms/agencies that we work with.
Please note - The role requires a minimum of 4 days a week in Working Title's London office and a workday that spans the LA time-zone in order to complete deals efficiently.
The candidate must be able to demonstrate as much of the above through her/his CV (both in respect of professional path and extra-curricular achievements) and in interview.
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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Senior Legal Counsel - Compliance & Regulatory Affairs
NE2 1TT Newcastle upon Tyne, North East
£65000 Annually
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Posted 20 days ago
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Our client is seeking a dedicated Senior Legal Counsel with expertise in Compliance and Regulatory Affairs to join their forward-thinking organisation. This is a fully remote position, providing an excellent opportunity to shape compliance frameworks from anywhere in the UK. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the company's compliance programs, ensuring adherence to all applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards. This includes identifying potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk, and developing corrective action plans. You will conduct regular compliance audits, monitor regulatory changes, and advise the business on their impact. Key responsibilities involve drafting and updating compliance policies and procedures, delivering training to employees, and managing investigations into potential compliance breaches. You will also be involved in advising on corporate governance matters and assisting with due diligence processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of regulatory environments relevant to our industry and a proven ability to translate complex legal requirements into practical business solutions. Excellent analytical, communication, and organisational skills are essential, as is the ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously. You should be adept at building relationships with internal stakeholders at all levels and influencing positive change. This role requires a proactive and detail-oriented individual who is committed to upholding the highest standards of ethical conduct and regulatory compliance. As a remote employee, you will need to demonstrate a high level of self-motivation and effective time management.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive compliance programs.
- Identify and assess compliance risks and vulnerabilities across the organisation.
- Develop and implement strategies to mitigate compliance risks.
- Conduct internal audits and monitor adherence to policies and procedures.
- Stay updated on relevant laws, regulations, and industry best practices.
- Advise business units on regulatory requirements and compliance matters.
- Draft, review, and revise compliance policies, procedures, and training materials.
- Deliver compliance training to employees at all levels.
- Manage and conduct investigations into potential compliance breaches.
- Support corporate governance initiatives and regulatory filings.
- Assist with due diligence reviews for potential business relationships.
- Liaise with external regulators and legal advisors as needed.
- Promote a culture of compliance and ethical conduct throughout the company.
- Prepare regular reports on compliance activities and program effectiveness.
- Law degree and admission to the bar (England and Wales or equivalent).
- Substantial experience (minimum 6 years) in a legal or compliance role, with a focus on regulatory affairs.
- In-depth knowledge of relevant regulatory frameworks and compliance best practices.
- Proven ability to develop and implement effective compliance programs.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience in conducting internal investigations.
- Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet deadlines in a remote environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to influence stakeholders.
- High level of integrity and attention to detail.
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Remote Lead Regulatory Affairs Specialist (Legal)
B3 3BH Birmingham, West Midlands
£70000 Annually
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Posted 22 days ago
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Our client, a prestigious international law firm with a significant presence in the corporate legal sector, is seeking an accomplished Lead Regulatory Affairs Specialist to join their esteemed team on a fully remote basis. This pivotal role will involve providing expert guidance on complex regulatory frameworks, ensuring compliance across a range of legal and business operations. You will be instrumental in interpreting and applying evolving regulations, mitigating risks, and developing robust compliance strategies. This position offers the flexibility to work from any location within the UK.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Provide expert advice and strategic guidance on regulatory compliance matters across various jurisdictions and industries relevant to the firm's practice areas.
- Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive regulatory compliance programs and policies.
- Monitor changes in relevant legislation, regulations, and industry standards, assessing their impact on the firm and its clients.
- Conduct regulatory risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies to ensure adherence to all applicable laws and guidelines.
- Prepare and review regulatory filings, submissions, and other documentation required by governmental and regulatory bodies.
- Liaise with regulatory authorities, industry associations, and external counsel to stay abreast of regulatory developments and ensure effective communication.
- Train and mentor junior compliance professionals and provide regulatory guidance to legal teams and business units.
- Investigate potential compliance breaches, conduct internal audits, and recommend corrective actions.
- Contribute to the development of legal strategies and advise clients on regulatory challenges.
- Manage and oversee the firm's compliance with data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR).
- Develop and deliver training programs on regulatory compliance topics to internal stakeholders.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legal precedents and best practices in regulatory affairs.
- Law degree (LLB, LLM) or equivalent qualification, with a strong focus on regulatory law, corporate law, or compliance.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in regulatory affairs, compliance, or legal counsel roles, preferably within a law firm or corporate legal department.
- In-depth knowledge of key regulatory frameworks relevant to international business and finance, such as financial services regulations, data privacy laws, and anti-corruption legislation.
- Proven experience in developing and implementing compliance programs and conducting risk assessments.
- Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to draft complex legal documents and present findings clearly and persuasively.
- Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, demanding, and fully remote environment, demonstrating exceptional organizational and time management skills.
- Proficiency in legal research databases and compliance management software.
- Chartered Governance Institute (CGI) or similar professional qualification is a plus.
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Legal Compliance Manager
Audit & Risk Recruitment
Posted today
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Legal Compliance Manager - Media sector
£70,000 - £80,000 dependent upon experience
London, 2 days a week in the office
Audit & Risk Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with a very well known group in the media sector. Our client is a large, highly complex organisation with a challenging Risk profile. This role reports to the Head of Risk Management and will be responsible for managing risks associated with Compliance across the whole business, as well as preparing quality, timely reports for a selection of governance committees.
Key tasks include:
- Taking accountability for compliance risk deliverables and outputs, including the preparation of compliance reports
- Work with stakeholders to identify compliance risk areas and vulnerability. Monitor compliance and assurance activity, and create remediation plans as necessary.
- Draft Executive-level summaries for senior stakeholders detailing compliance issues, findings and outcomes
- Provide insight and analysis to Board-level executives
- Drive a culture of compliance and integrity across the organisation.
- Become an expert in compliance-related risks and activities for the organisation, including staying on top of developments and trends and adapting to business strategy
You will be a legal compliance expert with plenty of in-house experience, preferably gained from the commercial or industrial sectors. You must have a detailed understanding of compliance risk management programmes and what 'good' looks like. You will need excellent written and oral communication skills.
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Legal Compliance Manager
London, London
Audit & Risk Recruitment
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Legal Compliance Manager - Media sector
£70,000 - £80,000 dependent upon experience
London, 2 days a week in the office
Audit & Risk Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with a very well known group in the media sector. Our client is a large, highly complex organisation with a challenging Risk profile. This role reports to the Head of Risk Management and will be responsible for managing risks associated with Compliance across the whole business, as well as preparing quality, timely reports for a selection of governance committees.
Key tasks include:
- Taking accountability for compliance risk deliverables and outputs, including the preparation of compliance reports
- Work with stakeholders to identify compliance risk areas and vulnerability. Monitor compliance and assurance activity, and create remediation plans as necessary.
- Draft Executive-level summaries for senior stakeholders detailing compliance issues, findings and outcomes
- Provide insight and analysis to Board-level executives
- Drive a culture of compliance and integrity across the organisation.
- Become an expert in compliance-related risks and activities for the organisation, including staying on top of developments and trends and adapting to business strategy
You will be a legal compliance expert with plenty of in-house experience, preferably gained from the commercial or industrial sectors. You must have a detailed understanding of compliance risk management programmes and what 'good' looks like. You will need excellent written and oral communication skills.
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Legal Compliance Manager
Northamptonshire, East Midlands
Venn Group
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Legal Compliance Manager – Northamptonshire
About the Firm
Venn Group are partnered with a leading legal 500 firm in Northamptonshire with over 100 professionals, serving both private clients and regional businesses across the Midlands. They pride themselves on being modern, progressive, with good employee feedback.
The Role
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Legal Compliance Manager to join their Northampton office. You’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring the firm meets all regulatory, risk, and compliance obligations. This is a hands-on role with exposure to varied areas of governance, working closely with the COLP, COFA, leadership and staff at all levels. You would be conducting risk assessments, overseeing training, and managing your own workload.
What We’re Looking For
- Prior experience working in a compliance role, ideally within a legal setting
- Strong knowledge of legal practice regulation: SRA rules, AML, GDPR/data protection
- Exceptional attention to detail, methodical working style, ability to meet strict deadlines
- Excellent interpersonal & communication skills, to train and advise staff at all levels
- Ability to prioritise, remain calm under pressure, and manage a demanding workload
What We Offer
- Competitive salary up to £75,000 per annum
- Flexible hybrid working set up
- Being a part of a supportive, encouraging team
- Various discounts and additional benefits
How to Apply
If you meet the criteria and want to advance your career in legal compliance, please send your CV, cover letter, and salary expectations to
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Legal Compliance Specialist
Norwich, Eastern
BWF Legal (prev. Law Consultants)
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I am working with a reputable LEXCEL accredited firm who have impressive growth over the last 5 years. As part of further growth plans, they seek a compliance specialist to join a growing business support team. This role will see you working closely with the COLP and Practice Manager where you will have responsibility on the day to day and annual compliance matters. To be considered you will ideally have experience in both compliance and understanding of the legal profession. The firm have multiple offices and you will develop a presence at all offices to support the firm and staff in understanding how they can work in a risk free and compliant manner. You will be a strong and effective communicator who has compliance experience in the following areas:
SRA, Lexcel, GDPR, Health & Safety, Anti-Money Laundering
Review and drafting policy
Auditing and reporting and regulatory risk assessments
Updating the library and maintaining registers
Reporting on risk and recommendations
Training
Claims and complaints handling
This firm offer highly competitive and superb benefits and you will also have the opportunity for some hybrid working. This newly created role can be considered on both full time or part time hours and all applications will be treated in the strictest of confidence.
Applications to: Kingsley / / /
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