Paralegal London, England
Job description
Every great story has a new beginning, and yours starts here.
Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.
Who We Are…
When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…
From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.
Your New Role...
Provides general support to the legal team, assisting with high volume distribution agreements, ad sales agreements and other commercial documents.
Your Role Accountabilities...
Assist with preparation and review of standard agreements (including distribution agreements and ad sales agreements).
Drafting amendments, breach letters, audit notifications, termination notices and more complex lower value distribution agreements.
Liaise with distribution operations team plus affiliate sales teams in local offices across EMEA to advise on legal issues and assist with contract compliance.
Provide day-to-day legal support to general commercial teams.
Conduct legal research for other members of the team.
Qualifications & Experience...
Strong academics - Law LLB or GDL required (LPC or BPC an advantage).
Excellent interpersonal skills – ability to work effectively within the legal team as well as with key stakeholders across the wider business.
Clear and concise communicator (both orally and written) with an ability to translate legal issues to sales/ commercial teams.
Well organized, with excellent time management skills.
Good understanding of contract law.
Experience with commercial contracts.
Media/ IP experience an advantage but not required.
Sound commercial awareness, with a desire to learn about the business.
Will be a key provider of day-to-day support to all members of the legal team so must be a good team player, and have a flexible, hands-on approach.
Ability to manage own time judiciously and deal effectively with competing interests.
Confident and approachable, with an ability to interact with clients from different cultures and backgrounds.
A varied role, providing an opportunity to work with a variety of people at different levels throughout the business.
Playing an integral role in ensuring support is provided to all members of the legal team.
Requires a pragmatic and flexible approach.
How We Get Things Done…
This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.
The Legal Bits…
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability or any other category protected by law. If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you need a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for this position, please contact us at [email protected].
