Paralegal, Business & Legal Affairs

Job Description

Bravado is a diverse team of passionate experts who amplify artists & brands through innovative products and curated experiences for fans around the world. Bravado is a global merchandise company, providing a broad scope of services, including eCommerce, Tour, VIP, Fan Clubs and Retail Branding. Bravado works in close partnership with both emerging artists and the biggest superstars in the music industry, to help ensure their brand reach the most fans globally.
Our products are being sold through the artist's official e-commerce shops, through online marketplaces and in thousands of retail and etail locations around the world. We also service our artists on the road, providing merchandise and VIP experiences at live shows. We take great pride in constantly finding new ways to push innovation through products and partnerships. The company maintains offices in London, Los Angeles, New York, Berlin, Paris, Tokyo and Sydney.

How you'll LEAD:

We are currently seeking an accomplished Paralegal, Business & Legal Affairs to support the busy and dynamic Business & Legal Affairs department of Bravado, UMG's merchandising division. The ideal candidate easily wears multiple hats, and is detail-oriented, energetic, and highly organized.

We are seeking an ambitious, quick learner who loves building relationships and can grasp ''the big picture'' behind any project. This role requires exceptional attention to detail, great organizational skills, and the ability to meet critical deadlines while calmly juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

A high level of personal integrity, discretion in handling confidential information, and professionalism in dealing with executives inside and outside the company is essential. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, resourceful, creative, adaptable, and have solid experience in effectively supporting an executive team within a corporate Business & Legal Affairs environment.

How you'll CREATE:
• Draft and review merchandising-related contracts, amendments, and related documents (artist agreements, licensing and branding agreements, NDAs, design/artwork/photo clearances, etc.)
• Maintain accurate, complete, and organized system of digital records
• Provide reports on contract terms, recoupment, etc. to executives and sales team
• Route all agreements internally and externally via DocuSign
• Legal research and memo drafting
• Summarize legal issues and prepare reports for attorney review
• Trademark and copyright registration research
• Ensure all deadlines and conditions described on contracts are met
• Communicate with accounting department to track and relay reporting delinquencies timely to licensees and legal as appropriate.
• Assist with invoice coding using UMG's internal AP system
• Be or become a DSI/DRM systems super-user
• Assist with trade show preparation and coordination, with possibility of attendance as needed
• Assist supervisor and legal team with admin duties, expense reports, and scheduling

Bring your VIBE:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; extremely detail oriented
• Exhibit a professional demeanor and good judgment
• Follow up on assignments until completion
• Self-starter who takes initiative and is resourceful; takes ownership of tasks and projects
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to interact with outside attorneys and executive management
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize multiple assignments; work well under pressure
• Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively
• College degree, paralegal certificate a plus
• At least two years proven work experience as a Paralegal, Contract Administrator, Contract Manager, or relevant role
• Knowledge of legal requirements involved with contracts
• Familiarity with copyright and trademark laws
• Familiarity with brand licensing and royalty accounting procedures
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Extremely detail-oriented, with an ability to spot errors
• Familiarity with Apple computers and software, mastery of Word, Excel, and Preview/Adobe, familiarity with USPTO and US Copyright databases
• Can work independently with good judgment
• Solid research, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Organizes own work, coordinating projects, setting priorities, meeting deadlines, and following up on assignments with a minimum of direction
• Dedicated team player
• Music industry knowledge a plus

Salary Range: $54,000 - $91,300

The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. All candidates are encouraged to apply.

Perks Playlist:
• Competitive Compensation Package including Salary, Benefits and Generous 401k Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off – Paid Holidays, Two (2) paid weeks for ''Winter Break'' season, Wellness Fridays
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance
• Employee Developmental Support
• Annual Gym Reimbursement Package
• Pet Insurance, plus much more!

Disclaimer: This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change.

All UMG employees are currently required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or provide proof of a negative PCR or Antigen test before entering any Company offices unless they have been approved for an exemption or unless prohibited by applicable law.

Universal Music Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an E-Verify employer.

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Job Category:
Business & Legal Affairs

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rv3e6j-18-119-253-93-42 in your application.