Associate Counsel, Corporate Legal Affairs at NBCUniversal

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Oct, 26

Salary

130000.0

Posted On

09 Jul, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Contract Drafting, Contract Negotiation, Legal Interpretation, Technology Licensing, Professional Services Agreements, NDA Management, Legal Risk Assessment, Corporate Legal Affairs, Analytical Skills, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Collaboration, Business Judgment, Privacy Law, Information Security Compliance

Industry

Entertainment Providers

Description

Company Description NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information. Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world. Job Description This position will provide legal support for a wide variety of software and related technology licenses, professional services arrangements, NDAs, and related transactions across NBCUniversal, including in support of corporate operations, information technology, human resources, and other corporate functions. The role will also support organization-wide center of excellence efforts, including providing guidance to business unit attorneys working on related deals for their business units and developing and maintaining templates, negotiation guides, clause banks, fallback positions, and related legal processes. Responsibilities: Independently draft, review, negotiate, and interpret a range of contracts and other legal documents, including software and technology licenses, professional services agreements, and NDAs supporting NBCUniversal businesses, corporate operations, information technology, human resources, and other corporate functions Manage and contribute to center of excellence efforts, including providing practical guidance to business unit attorneys on related transactions for their business units and improving templates, negotiation guides, clause banks, fallback positions, forms, playbooks, and legal processes for use across the organization Work closely with business stakeholders and Law Department colleagues to advise on legal matters arising from technology, operational, commercial, and corporate initiatives Coordinate with Privacy and Information Security teams to help ensure personal data and confidential information is collected, used, and secured in accordance with applicable law and company policy Provide timely, thoughtful, and practical legal advice on potential risks and issues, including business-oriented solutions Support NDA intake, drafting, negotiation, and process improvements for the organization Partner with NBCUniversal business executives and Law Department colleagues to implement best practices and develop processes aligned with business needs Maintain awareness of relevant developments in law and technology Other matters as needed at the direction of the division’s leader Qualifications Basic Requirements: Must be admitted to the New York State Bar or eligible to register as in-house counsel in New York. JD or LLM degree from an accredited law school 1+ years of relevant legal experience Experience in digital / new media, including a thorough understanding of and demonstrated proficiency with technology agreements Willingness to work nights and on weekends, if needed Desired Characteristics: Outstanding analytic, communication and organizational skills, including excellent drafting and negotiation skills Collaborative, team-oriented approach Solid academic credentials Comfortable making legal decisions and advising on business risks Sound business judgment, and flexibility/adaptability to manage multiple, wide-ranging matters, conflicting deadlines, and new areas of expertise as business needs change Proactively identify, prioritize, and resolve legal issues quickly and effectively Demonstrated ability, in a positive and practical manner, to approach complex legal scenarios in a thoughtful and analytic fashion Ability to explain complex legal concepts to business and creative executives, build consensus across business units, think creatively, and collaborate with other executives to address business needs This position currently has a hybrid schedule, which requires contributing from the New York, NY office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time. This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $100,000 - $130,000 (bonus eligible) Additional Information 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 [email protected]. Business Segment: NBCU Corporate Compensation: USD 100000 - USD 130000 - yearly

Responsibilities

Provide legal support for software licenses, technology agreements, and NDAs across various corporate functions. Manage center of excellence efforts by developing legal templates, negotiation guides, and playbooks for the organization.