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Deadline Open Deadline

Location Plot No, Hyatt Hotel, Women's Co-Operative Society, 2, Rd Number 2, behind Park, Sri Nagar Colony, Kamalapuri Colony, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, Telangana 500034.

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

Details of the Organization

Mango Mass Media Pvt Ltd, has been at the forefront of the media and entertainment industry for over two decades, establishing ourselves as leaders in content acquisition, syndication, licensing, and distribution.

Details of the Job/Internship

Mango Mass Media Pvt Ltd is hiring a Senior Legal Associate with experience of 8+ years to join their office in Telangana.

Role and Responsibilities

Legal Agreements and Documentation:

Draft, review, and negotiate agreements related to content acquisition, licensing, syndication, and distribution.
Ensure agreements comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.
Maintain a database of contracts and proactively monitor key dates (renewals, expirations, etc.).

Content Rights Management:

Handle legal aspects of acquiring and safeguarding intellectual property rights (IPR).
Ensure proper legal documentation for content rights and resolve disputes related to content rights if necessary.

Coordination with External Legal Teams:

Liaise with legal teams of partner companies for negotiations, conflict resolutions, and other legal matters.
Coordinate with external counsels for case preparation, filings, and hearings.

Representation and Advocacy:

Represent the company in any proceedings, arbitrations, or mediations.
Attend legal meetings with partners, producers, and stakeholders to resolve issues and finalize agreements.

Team Leadership and Training:

Lead the legal team, ensuring clarity of roles, responsibilities, and goals.
Provide training on contract management and legal compliance to team members.
Keep the team updated on changes in laws and regulations affecting the content and entertainment industry.

Compliance and Risk Mitigation:

Ensure compliance with laws governing intellectual property, broadcasting, and licensing.
Assess legal risks and suggest measures to mitigate them.

Policy Development:

Assist in developing internal policies related to content rights, privacy, and compliance.
Support management in creating policies for safeguarding company intellectual property.

Eligibility

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB). A Master’s degree in Law (LLM) is preferred.

Experience:

8+ years of experience in legal roles, preferably in the media, entertainment, or content licensing industry.
Hands-on experience with intellectual property rights, agreements, and litigations.

Skills and Competencies:

Strong understanding of intellectual property laws, contract laws, and compliance regulations.
Excellent negotiation, drafting, and analytical skills.
Leadership abilities to manage and mentor a legal team effectively.
Strong interpersonal skills for liaising with partners, producers, and legal teams.
Proficiency in handling legal tools and contract management software.

Additional Requirements:

Willingness to travel for court appearances and partner meetings as needed.
High ethical standards and attention to detail.

Salary/Stipend

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

Type of Opportunity

Fulltime

Country

India

State

Telangana

City

Hyderabad

Address

Plot No, Hyatt Hotel, Women's Co-Operative Society, 2, Rd Number 2, behind Park, Sri Nagar Colony, Kamalapuri Colony, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, Telangana 500034.