Elevate Flexible Legal Resourcing
Senior Vice President, Business & Legal Affairs
Elevate Flexible Legal Resourcing, New York, New York, us, 10261
Senior Vice President, Business & Legal Affairs
JOB DESCRIPTION
Our client is seeking an experienced and business-savvy Senior Vice President, Business & Legal Affairs to support legal functions across its fast-growing portfolio of media and entertainment ventures. This executive will serve as an advisor to senior leadership, managing the negotiation, drafting, and analysis of a wide range of commercial, production, talent, and strategic agreements. The ideal candidate will bring a strong blend of legal acumen and business judgment to skillfully balance creative and commercial considerations while advising CLIENT’s business and creative leaders.
A snapshot of your responsibilities
Negotiate and draft a wide range of agreements, including talent, content licensing, production, original programming, distribution, sponsorship, and other contracts supporting CLIENT’s diverse portfolio of media, entertainment, and related businesses
Provide strategic legal counsel to business executives throughout the acquisition, development, and production of podcasts and original programming—ensuring all activities align with company standards, legal requirements, and industry best practices
Advise on IP, rights, and risk mitigation while partnering with internal stakeholders to manage compliance, insurance and other business considerations, and ensure seamless execution of deals
Analyze, interpret, and advise on a variety of contractual matters, offering practical solutions and concise recommendations to support business objectives and address and resolve partner or client inquiries
Educate and counsel internal business teams on contractual principles, negotiation strategies, and risk management to empower sound decision-making across the organization
Mitigate legal exposure while fostering innovation and advancing CLIENT’s strategic initiatives
Ensure compliance with privacy, data security, and intellectual property standards consistent with broader corporate policies and practices
What you will need
Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school; active membership in the New York or California Bar strongly preferred. Candidates eligible for Registered In‑House Counsel status (Rule 9.46) will also be considered
10+ years of transactional legal experience, ideally within digital media, entertainment, or content production sectors. Law firm training and in‑house counsel experience at a major media or streaming company
Prior law‑firm entertainment practice or in‑house counsel at a major media/streaming company, negotiating podcasting, talent, production, licensing, and distribution deals
Proven expertise in negotiating, drafting, and closing complex agreements, including production, talent, licensing, distribution, and sponsorship deals
Exceptional analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to interpret complex legal issues and translate them into practical, business-oriented solutions
Strong executive presence and refined communication skills, capable of influencing and advising senior business executives
Demonstrated leadership and judgment under pressure, with the ability to navigate competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment
Collaborative and business‑minded approach, with the ability to build trust across teams, and contribute to a culture of partnership and innovation
NICE TO HAVE BUT NOT A DEALBREAKER
Previous work experience with entertainment, news, or sports brands in a podcast, digital‑first context
Deep understanding of digital media, intellectual property, and content‑related legal frameworks
To apply If you are qualified, interested, and available, please send
1) your WORD version resume and
2) an email stating why you are a good fit for this position to anant.raj@elevate.law
ElevateFlex provides an unparalleled platform for you to work with innovative companies and law firms worldwide on various exciting and challenging roles. We pride ourselves on respecting your individuality and choice of career, allowing you to bring your very best to each role, to continue to develop your experience, expertise, and professional network, and be supported with a package of benefits tailored to your needs.
As a member of our talent community, you will benefit from Elevate's curated training suite to enhance and develop your skills. You will have access to hands‑on support, networking opportunities, and access to the most up‑to‑date resources. By joining our global community of Talent, you will get the opportunity to work with our best top law firms and law department customers.
Equitability and inclusion are critical to ElevateFlex's success. As The Law Company, changing the legal business landscape, we know a diverse, inclusive work culture is at the heart of attracting, retaining, and celebrating the industry's most talented people. We empower our employees to bring their whole selves to work because we know that diversity of experience and perspective drive innovation and is simply good business.
As a strong proponent of diversity, equity, and inclusion, ElevateFlex is committed to hiring diverse candidates from all backgrounds. We invite you to apply to become part of the ElevateFlex Team – help us change the legal business landscape and make a dent in the legal universe.
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Our client is seeking an experienced and business-savvy Senior Vice President, Business & Legal Affairs to support legal functions across its fast-growing portfolio of media and entertainment ventures. This executive will serve as an advisor to senior leadership, managing the negotiation, drafting, and analysis of a wide range of commercial, production, talent, and strategic agreements. The ideal candidate will bring a strong blend of legal acumen and business judgment to skillfully balance creative and commercial considerations while advising CLIENT’s business and creative leaders.
A snapshot of your responsibilities
Negotiate and draft a wide range of agreements, including talent, content licensing, production, original programming, distribution, sponsorship, and other contracts supporting CLIENT’s diverse portfolio of media, entertainment, and related businesses
Provide strategic legal counsel to business executives throughout the acquisition, development, and production of podcasts and original programming—ensuring all activities align with company standards, legal requirements, and industry best practices
Advise on IP, rights, and risk mitigation while partnering with internal stakeholders to manage compliance, insurance and other business considerations, and ensure seamless execution of deals
Analyze, interpret, and advise on a variety of contractual matters, offering practical solutions and concise recommendations to support business objectives and address and resolve partner or client inquiries
Educate and counsel internal business teams on contractual principles, negotiation strategies, and risk management to empower sound decision-making across the organization
Mitigate legal exposure while fostering innovation and advancing CLIENT’s strategic initiatives
Ensure compliance with privacy, data security, and intellectual property standards consistent with broader corporate policies and practices
What you will need
Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school; active membership in the New York or California Bar strongly preferred. Candidates eligible for Registered In‑House Counsel status (Rule 9.46) will also be considered
10+ years of transactional legal experience, ideally within digital media, entertainment, or content production sectors. Law firm training and in‑house counsel experience at a major media or streaming company
Prior law‑firm entertainment practice or in‑house counsel at a major media/streaming company, negotiating podcasting, talent, production, licensing, and distribution deals
Proven expertise in negotiating, drafting, and closing complex agreements, including production, talent, licensing, distribution, and sponsorship deals
Exceptional analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to interpret complex legal issues and translate them into practical, business-oriented solutions
Strong executive presence and refined communication skills, capable of influencing and advising senior business executives
Demonstrated leadership and judgment under pressure, with the ability to navigate competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment
Collaborative and business‑minded approach, with the ability to build trust across teams, and contribute to a culture of partnership and innovation
NICE TO HAVE BUT NOT A DEALBREAKER
Previous work experience with entertainment, news, or sports brands in a podcast, digital‑first context
Deep understanding of digital media, intellectual property, and content‑related legal frameworks
To apply If you are qualified, interested, and available, please send
1) your WORD version resume and
2) an email stating why you are a good fit for this position to anant.raj@elevate.law
ElevateFlex provides an unparalleled platform for you to work with innovative companies and law firms worldwide on various exciting and challenging roles. We pride ourselves on respecting your individuality and choice of career, allowing you to bring your very best to each role, to continue to develop your experience, expertise, and professional network, and be supported with a package of benefits tailored to your needs.
As a member of our talent community, you will benefit from Elevate's curated training suite to enhance and develop your skills. You will have access to hands‑on support, networking opportunities, and access to the most up‑to‑date resources. By joining our global community of Talent, you will get the opportunity to work with our best top law firms and law department customers.
Equitability and inclusion are critical to ElevateFlex's success. As The Law Company, changing the legal business landscape, we know a diverse, inclusive work culture is at the heart of attracting, retaining, and celebrating the industry's most talented people. We empower our employees to bring their whole selves to work because we know that diversity of experience and perspective drive innovation and is simply good business.
As a strong proponent of diversity, equity, and inclusion, ElevateFlex is committed to hiring diverse candidates from all backgrounds. We invite you to apply to become part of the ElevateFlex Team – help us change the legal business landscape and make a dent in the legal universe.
#J-18808-Ljbffr