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We are seeking a senior counsel with a deep understanding of the business and legal customs in the content and creator space to join our team. You will counsel and provide legal support on a variety of matters, with a focus on structuring, negotiating, and drafting agreements related to the acquisition and distribution of video and audio content (i.e., vodcasts and podcasts). Spotify’s efforts are cutting edge and ever-evolving, so we’re looking for an innovative, adaptable, and proactive problem-solver who thrives and embraces a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
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<p>Locations</p>
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Los Angeles
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New York
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<p>Job type</p>
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Permanent
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<p>What You'll Do</p>
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<li>Negotiate, draft and advise on a wide range of commercial transactions with a focus on content licensing, acquisition, and distribution agreements.</li>
<li>Provide guidance to senior executives in support of their objectives and helping shape evolving strategies.</li>
<li>Provide day-to-day legal support with partnerships and production teams, that includes creative and risk assessments as well as advising on clearances.</li>
<li>Work cross-functionally across finance, operations, advertising and product teams in furtherance of Spotify’s content offering.</li>
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<p>Who You Are</p>
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<li>J.D. degree from an ABA accredited law school (or foreign equivalent).</li>
<li>Eligible to practice law in the US.</li>
<li>10+ years of experience working in a top-tier entertainment law firm and/or in-house legal department at a social network, or major TV, film, or podcast studio/network.</li>
<li>Expertise in copyright law and legal issues relating to content licensing and digital distribution.</li>
<li>Expertise in multifaceted content development and distribution.</li>
<li>Excellent analytical and written/oral communication skills!</li>
<li>Team player with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Comfortable working in a company experiencing rapid change.</li>
<li>Creative problem solver, self-motivated, and able to work independently.</li>
<li>Possess excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously!</li>
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<p>Where You'll Be</p>
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<li>This position is located in either New York, NY or Los Angeles, CA</li>
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<p>Our global benefits</p>
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Extensive learning opportunities, through our dedicated team, GreenHouse.
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Flexible share incentives letting you choose how you share in our success.
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Global parental leave, six months off - fully paid - for all new parents.
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All The Feels, our employee assistance program and self-care hub.
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Flexible public holidays, swap days off according to your values and beliefs.
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<p>Learn about life at Spotify</p>
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The United States base range for this position is $198,441-$283,487, plus equity. The benefits available for this position include health insurance, six month paid parental leave, 401(k) retirement plan, 23 paid days off, 13 paid flexible holidays.
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