Iconic Manager is dedicated to acquiring and actively managing a select portfolio of iconic music brands. Iconic was formed to fill a void in the music business for legacy artists, and to act as a trusted steward for artist's intellectual property, with the expertise to maximize the value of assets while preserving their legacy.
Position Overview:
As a Director, Business & Legal Affairs, you will be primarily responsible for providing day-to-day business and legal affairs services, advice and support to the company across its roster of artists. You will be responsible for structuring, negotiating and documenting agreements with the company's vendors and partners, and will play a critical role in providing legal guidance, risk assessment, and strategic support to the executive team. You will also be instrumental in ensuring the company's compliance with laws and regulations while effectively mitigating legal risks.
The Director of Business & Legal Affairs is a crucial role in ensuring the success of the company's business operations. Your expertise will be instrumental in guiding the company through complex legal matters and fostering positive relationships with our artists and partners.
You will work closely with all company departments to provide advice and service to their business needs and to offer workable guidance and solutions. The role may also include directing and supervising the work of junior staff. You will report to the company's Senior Vice President, Business & Legal Affairs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Contract Negotiation, Drafting and Administration:
- Conduct contract negotiations with external partners, vendors, and clients.
- Draft, review, and revise a wide range of contracts, including agreements, licenses, and strategic partnerships, including those related to recorded music, music publishing, collective management organizations, branding, merchandising and sponsorships, film and television, and new media.
- Advise the company's finance and accounting teams on contractual terms, legal implications, and potential risks, and ensure the successful implementation of your deals.
- Support ongoing data management and technology improvement projects.
- Legal Support for Acquisitions:
- Support the company's acquisitions team in consummating transactions with new artists.
- Assist in the due diligence process for acquisitions and facilitate the onboarding of an artist after a transaction is consummated.
- Intellectual Property Protection:
- Assist in and supervise the management and protection of the company's intellectual property rights, including copyrights and trademarks.
- Collaborate with internal team members to identify and safeguard valuable intellectual property assets.
- Legal Compliance and Risk Management:
- Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
- Assess legal risks associated with business operations and collaborate in the creation of strategies to mitigate them.
- Assist in the implementation of policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance across the company.
- Regulatory and Policy Analysis:
- Stay up-to-date with changes in relevant laws and regulations that may impact the company's operations.
- Analyze legal developments and assess their potential effects on the organization.
- Dispute Resolution and Litigation Management:
- Assist in the management of disputes and legal proceedings, both internally and externally, and collaborate with external legal counsel as necessary.
- Help to resolve disputes efficiently and in the best interest of the organization.
Qualifications and Requirements: - Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Admission to the State Bar of California in good standing; or admission to the New York State Bar with a willingness to qualify as Registered In-House Counsel in the State of California.
- Proven experience (4+ years) in corporate law or business & legal affairs roles, with substantial experience in contract negotiation and drafting.
- In-depth knowledge of business and corporate law, intellectual property, and regulatory compliance.
- Strong understanding of commercial transactions in the entertainment industry and industry-specific legal requirements.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, drafting, analytical and organizational skills.
- Strong project management and client relationship and support skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic startup environment and a willingness to be proactive.
- Practical understanding of the music business and its day-to-day functions, as well as a familiarity with social media and user-generated content platforms.
- Highly ethical and committed to maintaining confidentiality and integrity.
The salary range for this role is: $145K - $165K annually depending upon experience.
Our offices are located in Westwood Village, Los Angeles, CA. Employees work in the office Monday through Thursday and from home on Fridays. We offer a very competitive benefits package, annual bonus, and a creative and dynamic working environment.
Disclaimer: This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer