Paralegal: Rights Protection Unit (12 Month Fixed Term Contract) London, England

PRS for Music

Full Time London, England 35608 - 44345 GBP ANNUAL Today

Job description

Overview:

Music wouldn't exist without the work of songwriters, composers and publishers. We're here to represent them and ensure that they are rewarded for their creations. Over a century in the making, we are a global leader in the industry and always take centre stage.

The Role

We are looking for a Paralegal to join our Litigation team to carry out investigations and provide support in respect of enforcement activities of the Rights Protection Unit. The Paralegal will also provide assistance to the Legal team members in their day to day work.

Responsibilities:

As our Paralegal in the Rights Protection Unit, your role will be split between assisting the Rights Protection Unit and other members of the legal team. Some of your day to day duties will include:

Rights Protection Unit

Carry out investigations of online services (such as stream-ripping services), including website infrastructures; server location; domain hosting arrangements; and tracing advertisers; payment services; and sources of content files.
Research, analyse and investigate issues and trends relating to online piracy from a technical perspective, both on request and at own initiative, and prepare reports for the RPU and for other PRS for Music
Presenting on issues around online piracy and related technology, investigations and the work of the RPU to both internal and external stakeholders.
Conduct investigations and prepare evidence packs for referrals to the City of London Police, Police IP Crime Unit (PIPCU).
Support the development and further uptake of MAPS (the Member Anti-Piracy System), for the provision of an effective, efficient and economical anti-piracy solution for members for (i) the removal of unauthorised copies of repertoire made available online, and (ii) the reporting back to members of takedown results.
Maintaining accurate and up to date written records of all referrals and enforcement activities.

General Legal

Assisting with data subject access requests and related GDPR processes.
Assisting in the implementation and tracking of specific compliance initiatives, including the roll out of compliance materials and training.
Assisting the lawyers in the preparation of advice for internal clients. This includes drafting, preparation of client materials and legal research where required.
Assisting with legal escalations including drafting correspondence, input on witness statements, and other litigation processes including disclosure.
Assisting in the implementation of a “know-how” culture, including delivery of the knowledge management processes to capture and share know-how produced by the legal team.
Assisting with negotiating and drafting licence agreements.

Qualifications:

About you

At PRS for Music, we want you to bring the best version of yourself to work every day and we celebrate individuality. Along with being whoever you want to be, in an ideal world you will also have the following qualifications and attributes.

Essential

Completion of or enrolment on the Legal Practice Course and/or equivalent post graduate legal research qualification.
Degree level qualification (LLB in Law or equivalent).
Strong Microsoft Office and other IT skills relevant to legal research.
Good communication skills (oral and written) and attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills to liaise with staff at all levels, external professionals, members and the public.
Strong organisational and time management skills including the ability to work well under pressure and working effectively to meet deadlines.
Ability to methodically analyse and summarise complex issues
Interested in developing a legal career in the creative industries.

Desirable

Familiarity with the online piracy landscape for music and/or other similar content, including BitTorrent networks, clients and stream-ripping services.
Knowledge of the distribution network for mobile apps, including Apple’s App Store, Google Play and third-party stores.
Knowledge and expertise in (i) computer science, (ii) internet technologies, networks and computer hardware, and/or (iii) computer coding standards.
Ability to write scripts in support of the tasks required, using Python.
Familiarity with the use of VPNs, proxies and other “cloaking” techniques to circumvent local ISP detection/intervention.

We know that the world isn’t always ideal, so please don’t rule yourself out if you have other qualities to bring to the party.

What’s in it for you?

Joining the band here at PRS for Music is so much more than just a day job! Below are just a few notes that set us apart from the crowd.

We trust, value, and support our people to make the difference
We believe that diversity of thought and experience provides the platform for innovation and creativity
We are consciously inclusive
We invest in the development of our people to drive our ambitions forward
Work from anywhere in the world, for up to 2 months of the year
A whole range of other benefits, including retail discounts, gym discounts and tickets to gigs.

The Process

Our interview process for this role is simple and as follows:

First stage interview virtually.
Second stage interview in person at our London Bridge Hub.

Location

We offer a hybrid working model, allowing employees to work from home for 3 days per week. However, when you see the view from our London Bridge Hub overlooking the River Thames, we are sure you will want to join us in our fun, collaborative working space!

If this role pulls your strings, please apply now!

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