Job Opportunity [Senior Associate – Legal (Sports)] @ Sony Pictures Networks India: Apply Now!

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About:

Sony Pictures Networks is the consumer-facing identity of Culver Max Entertainment Private Limited, which is an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation, Japan.

The Company has several channels including Sony Entertainment Television (SET and SET HD), one of India’s leading Hindi general entertainment television channels; MAX, India’s premium Hindi movies and special events channel; MAX 2, another Hindi movie channel showcasing great India Cinema; MAX HD, a high definition Hindi movie channel airing premium quality films; WAH, the Hindi movies channel for rural markets; SAB and SAB HD the family-oriented Hindi comedy entertainment channels; PAL, a genre leader in rural Hindi speaking markets (HSM) showcasing the best of Hindi general entertainment and Hindi movies from its content library; PIX and PIX HD, Sony BBC Earth and Sony BBC Earth HD, the premium factual entertainment channels, Sony AATH, the Bangla entertainment channel; YAY!, the kids entertainment channel; Sony Sports Network – SONY SIX, SONY SIX HD, SONY TEN 1,  SONY TEN 1 HD, SONY TEN 2, SONY TEN 2 HD, SONY TEN 3, SONY TEN 3 HD; SONY TEN 4, SONY TEN 4 HD; Sony मराठी, the Marathi general entertainment channel; SonyLIV – the digital entertainment VOD platform and Studio NEXT the independent production venture for original content and IPs for TV and digital media. The Company reaches out to over 700 million viewers in India and is available in 167 countries.

The Company is recognised as an employer of choice within and outside the media industry and is a recipient of several awards in recognition of its unique workplace culture and exceptional people practices. The Company is in its 27th year of operations in India. Besides having overseas subsidiaries, it has a subsidiary MSM-Worldwide Factual Media Private Limited and an affiliate, Bangla Entertainment Private Limited in India.

Role:

Senior Associate – Legal (Sports)

Qualifications:

• The incumbent must hold a bachelor’s degree in law (LL.B.) from a top law school/university.
• Masters or Diplomas in legal vocations/subjects like Media and Entertainment, Intellectual Property Rights etc. shall be given weightage but are not must.
• Minimum 7-8 years post LL.B. as an in-house lawyer and/or in law firms. Experience in courts by way of ‘private practice’ shall not be accounted for.
• Substantial experience in the media and entertainment industry, especially in:
• acquisition and licensing of content (sports licensing experience will have more weightage)
• Production and talent contracts
• In-depth knowledge of the Copyright Act, 1957 and the regulatory framework

Critical Competencies: Behavioural

• Ability to leverage relationships, build a strong network and have effective negotiations.
• Strong communication skills and a team player.
• Working within deadlines.
• Must be self-driven and motivated to take initiative.
• Must be able to demonstrate the ability to handle pressure situations with alacrity.
• Incumbents must have multitasking ability. Timely and efficient delivery of legal support is the key.
• Strategic thinker balanced with a grasp of details. Must possess the ability to switch between execution and strategy mode most effortlessly.
• Ability to see the big picture, visualize the future and develop relevant functional strategies which value add to our business.
• Must be excited by and be able to navigate ambiguity.
• Must be able to get the job done by working collaboratively with others.

Critical Competencies: Technical

• Excellent drafting skills; Good knowledge of sports monetisation avenues, media rights, contract law, arbitration and civil litigation. Good knowledge of intellectual properties laws, anti-piracy laws and the regulatory framework of the media and entertainment industry.
• Someone who can enhance industry-specific understanding, having good drafting skills and be an effective process implementation resource.
• Ability to understand and interpret the relevant regulations and apply the same to the work situation.
• Good analytical and presentation skills and capable of providing sound and practical legal advice to the business heads.
• Demonstrated (hands-on experience) subject matter knowledge in structuring, drafting and closing of the deals.

Responsibilities:

• Sports Licensing: The full cycle of management of a sports property right from the time of negotiation of commercials and counsel business teams in such negotiations, drafting of contracts and negotiations with the counterparty lawyers, management of contractual compliances of the sports property, liaising with the various departments to ensure contractual compliances and commitments are made. Incumbent is expected to have 360 degrees understanding of the sports rights and licensing. Assist and advice the business and/ or commercial teams with insights and structuring of the complex deals.
• Channel business support: Timely drafting, negotiation and execution of contracts pertaining to production of programs, talent hiring, Marketing, Digital Marketing OAP, Programming, IT, Logistics, Ad Sales, contest terms and conditions, privacy policies, terms of usage of websites and likewise; drafting and negotiating low to high complexity contracts for the foregoing aspects of the channel business by providing legal inputs, advisories and rendering services through the contractual process.
• Processes and Systems: Managing, implementing various systems and processes for the better functioning of various verticals within the organization including online contract requisition system, Master Data Management Project, Contract Lifecycle Management System, Contractual Matrix, rights management grid and others. Templatization of important agreements.
• Document management: Proper and timely recordkeeping of all the documents executed in the applicable folders as per the nomenclature agreed within the organization.
• Anti-Piracy: Initiating and setting up anti-piracy monitoring processes for IP infringement, drafting and issuance in a timely manner notices for any infringements and John Doe for protection of the company’s IP. Co-ordinating with internal stakeholders to ensure reporting of infringements and timely take downs.
• Engaging, learning, and winning the confidence for handling medium to high complexity contracts.
• To provide contracting and legal support for new initiatives and special projects of the company.
• To ensure due adherence to legal policies and processes by business team and address any gaps or difficulties in its implementation.
• To mitigate risks and proactively protecting the company’s interest and assets.
• Assist in providing accurate, effective, and timely legal advice, analysis and support on commercial and contractual matters considering the commercial environment.
• Assist in the development of best practice with regards to the legal aspects of commercial and contractual matters entrusted.
• Assist in creating contractual briefs for seniors, management, and external counsel.
• To liaise with intra departments of the company w.r.t. commercial and contractual matters where appropriate to ensure that all relevant legal issues are identified, and appropriate support is provided.
• Influence and assist in discussions between clients and other functions to ensure the best legal solution provided to meet commercial objectives and to encourage best practices.
• Understand tax and regulatory structure of the company and be able to safeguard the company from exposure in the contracts.
• Provides regular reports and updates to line manager and to clients, as appropriate.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates can Apply here (Click here)

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