Senior Counsel - Entertainment & Consumer Products

Who We Are

Authentic is a unified platform that integrates M&A, brand strategy, creativity and digital innovation to unlock the power of its global Lifestyle and Entertainment portfolio. As the world’s largest sports and entertainment licensing company, Authentic connects strong brands with best-in-class partners to optimize long-term value in the marketplace. Its brands generate more than $32 billion in global annual retail sales and have an expansive retail footprint in more than 150 countries, including 13,000-plus freestanding stores and shop-in-shops and 400,000 points of sale. Authentic transforms brands by delivering powerful storytelling, compelling content, innovative business models and immersive experiences. It creates original marketing strategies to drive the success of its brands across all consumer touchpoints, platforms and emerging media

 Why Authentic

 You’ll be able to access the resources and scale, while leveraging innovative technology and nimble environment. What we’re saying is, this isn’t your average day job. If you’re hungry to drive ideas into action and own your career, let’s chat. Our team is rapidly innovating to evolve and define the future of our brands. With the help of some of the brightest minds in retail, marketing, licensing, legal and more, we are building the intersection of digital and experiential marketing to help achieve that mission. We reimagine, evolve and transform brands! At Authentic, we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought and expertise drive competitive advantage. Our global teams are built by go-getters who contribute unique perspectives and push the boundaries of creativity and innovation. Headquartered in New York City, Authentic has offices in major metropolitan cities including Los Angeles and Miami, as well as Toronto, Mexico City, London, and Shanghai.

What You’ll Do

As Senior Counsel, you’ll focus on licensing for our portfolio of well-known entertainment brands. You'll thrive in our fast-paced environment and articulate positions related to IP licensing in a way that balances business needs with risk mitigation. You'll report to the SVP, Associate General Counsel, Entertainment also based in our NY headquarters. As a member of the legal team, you will draft and negotiate Authentic’s consumer products merchandising licenses, and entertainment deals (including endorsement agreements and copyright licenses) in tandem with Authentic’ s business development and brand management teams. The position also occasionally works for our fashion brands and interacts with Authentic’s Intellectual Property Department and other internal business units (e.g., Marketing/Communications, Finance, Operations, etc.).

What you’ll be working on

• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating agreements relating to intellectual property (copyright and trademark, right of publicity), consumer products licensing, entertainment, fashion, retail, advertising and media marketing (e.g., influencers and talent), e-commerce, live events and experiences, sponsorships, rules for sweepstakes / contests, term sheets, settlement agreements and general consumer product related matters.
• Providing advice and counsel regarding trademarks and other intellectual property.
• Enabling the business to timely achieve its targets, while respecting the Company’s principles and applying applicable law.
• Implementing and overseeing corporate policies, procedures, and programs.
• Assist in-house and outside counsel with ongoing general matters for the Legal Department, as required in the day-to-day functioning of the Company and the Legal Department.

Must Haves:

• NY qualified commercial lawyer with at least 6 years of legal experience as a fully qualified attorney at a law firm and/or equivalent in-house experience as a fully qualified attorney at a media/entertainment company, professional sports organization, or consumer product company.
• Proven ability to accept and action instructions concerning both specific assignments and general policies.
• Demonstrative track record of ownership and accountability for projects, duties, and tasks.
• Proficiency with M.S. Office (Word, Outlook), with CLM experience being a plus
• Organizing workflow and deadlines (including advising on priority and project management)
• Detail-oriented, resourceful, adaptable, flexible, organized, discreet and cost-conscious problem solver who can remain calm and work under pressure

Primary Location Salary Range: $160,000 - $180,000 

Authentic is an equal-opportunity employer and we value and embrace the diversity and inclusion of all Team Members. We do not discriminate on the basis of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, national origin, disability, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status.

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