Senior Legal Counsel
MPLC · Los Angeles, CA · 1 mo ago
On-siteHuman Resources$170k–$200k/yrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Act as MPLC’s lead legal advisor on public performance rights, intellectual property, and studio licensing—negotiate and manage high-value agreements with major studios and content providers, ensuring legal compliance and strategic alignment across our global operations.
- Oversee a broad range of corporate legal matters—from contract drafting and compliance to governance and international regulatory alignment, you’ll play a critical role in supporting MPLC’s business growth and legal integrity worldwide.
Requirements
- Support both studio-related and corporate legal matters across MPLC’s U.S. and international business.
- Reporting jointly to the Global Head of Studio Relations and the Chief Financial Officer, this role will be a key legal voice within MPLC, with particular focus on copyright, public performance rights, and corporate legal matters.
- Demonstrated expertise in MPA studio-facing legal work and intellectual property, with a strong emphasis on public performance rights under copyright law.
- Commercially pragmatic with strong judgment, particularly when balancing legal risk with business priorities.
- Substantial international experience prioritized, as this role supports MPLC’s global operations.
Benefits
- Competitive salary ($170,000 - $200,000)
- Hybrid or remote working options
- Comprehensive health insurance package (medical, dental, sick pay)
- 401(k) retirement plan
- 15 days paid vacation time