vacancy
Legal Associate
salary
25,000,000-30,000,00 annually
location
Lekki
our client
Music Entertainment and Media company
job responsibilties
Provide legal advisory services on media and entertainment matters, including film, music, television, digital content, advertising, and publishing.
* Draft, review, negotiate, and manage a wide range of agreements, including:
Talent and artist agreements
Production, distribution, licensing, and syndication agreements
* Endorsement, sponsorship, and advertising contracts
Content acquisition and IP licensing agreements
* Advise on intellectual property rights, including copyright protection, trademarks, brand usage, and infringement matters.
* Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory frameworks, including NBC regulations, copyright laws, advertising standards, and data protection laws.
* Support dispute resolution, contract enforcement, and risk mitigation related to media and entertainment transactions.
* Provide guidance on digital media, streaming platforms, social media content, and emerging technologies as they relate to entertainment law.
* Liaise with external counsel, regulatory bodies, production partners, and creative stakeholders as required.
* Support internal stakeholders with legal risk assessments and commercial decision-making.
* Stay up to date with developments in media, entertainment, and intellectual property law within Nigeria and internationally.
requirements
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) and Barrister at Law (B.L); called to the Nigerian Bar.
* Minimum of 10 years post-call experience, with significant focus on Media and Entertainment Law.
* Proven experience working with media companies, production houses, record labels, talent agencies, or creative businesses.
* Strong knowledge of Nigerian copyright, intellectual property, media, and entertainment laws.
* Excellent contract drafting, negotiation, and advisory skills.
* Strong commercial judgment with the ability to balance legal risk and business objectives.
* Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Ability to work independently and manage multiple matters simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
censing.
* Familiarity with streaming platforms, digital content monetisation, and influencer/creator agreements.
* Strong interest in the creative and entertainment industry
