Details of the Organization

Times Music, headquartered in Mumbai, India, stands as a prominent force in the music entertainment industry, boasting a comprehensive suite of services including a record label, music publishing, and talent management. Established in 1998, Times Music has grown into a formidable presence, blending the rich tapestry of South-Asian genres and cultures. This powerhouse of music is a joint venture between India's esteemed media conglomerate, The Times Group, and the renowned U.S.-based Primary Wave Music. 

Details of the Job/Internship

Times Music is seeking a Legal Manager to join its team in Mumbai, specializing in the music industry.

Role and Responsibilities

• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating agreements about a variety of music and entertainment-related rights including agreements relating to the acquisition of content, licensing and distribution of content across platforms, professional services engagement, production, marketing, termination/release, merchandising, synchronization and adaptation agreements with production houses/brands/platforms/ music supervisors etc.
• Summarizing executed contracts and managing a repository thereof. Implementing agreements post-execution.
• Replying to the legal queries of other departments, including reviewing artwork, label copy, videos, advertising, and other marketing and promotional materials.
• Investigating, analyzing, and responding to a variety of claims, including copyright infringement, audit, breach of contract, publicity, and trademark, and working with the team to develop litigation strategies.
• Drafting cease and desist notices, managing and providing litigation support, and coordinating with external counsels for the same.
• Providing current and relevant legal policy, practices, and information to relevant functions (advice on statutory compliance) and identifying and acting on emerging legal affairs and changes.
• Liaise with other business units and departments, and perform any other duties and tasks related to the legal team’s role and responsibilities that may be assigned from time to time.

Eligibility

• LLB/LLM with at least 7 years of experience with 5 years in entertainment in music industry
• In-depth understanding of the areas of the law applicable to the music business, such as copyright, contract, and trademark.
• Excellent organization, analytical, and time-management skills, including the ability to work independently, follow deadlines, and effectively multitask.
• Excellent communication skills, and superior negotiating and drafting skills.
• General music industry and/or copyright law knowledge is highly essential. 

Salary/Stipend

Compensation details will be finalized during the interview process with the selected candidate.

Type of Opportunity

Fulltime

Country

India

State

Maharashtra

City

Mumbai

Address

Times Music, 8th Floor, Times Tower, Mumbai 400013 Mumbai, Maharashtra 400013

Application and Registration Details

After you apply, you will receive the next steps of the application process via email. 

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