Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Universal Creative
Job overview
The Senior Attorney, Legal & Business Affairs at Universal Creative supports projects by managing complex contracts and providing legal advice on talent, music, and creative asset agreements, impacting the company's legal compliance and project success.
Responsibilities and impact
The attorney will negotiate, draft, and interpret commercial contracts, ensure compliance with corporate policies, provide legal support on clearances and agreements, participate in training development, and handle dispute resolution and regulatory requirements.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a competitive compensation package, though specific salary and benefits details are not provided.
Experience and skills
Requires a Juris Doctor or LLM from an accredited law school and at least 3 years post-law school experience in negotiating and drafting complex commercial transactions, preferably with a law firm or corporate legal department, including experience with talent, music, and creative asset contracts.
Work environment and culture
The role involves adherence to Universal's policies including Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities, and supervisory duties in line with organizational policies and laws, reflecting a structured and compliant work environment.
Company information
Universal Creative is part of Universal Orlando, known for its creative projects and entertainment ventures, emphasizing legal and business affairs support for its operations.
Team overview
The attorney works under the general direction of the Universal Creative Legal & Business Affairs department, supporting designated clients or business units within the company.
Application process
Universal is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms; resumes must be submitted directly as per Universal Orlando HR/Recruitment guidelines, indicating a direct application process.
Unique job features
The job involves unique legal work related to entertainment projects, including talent and music clearances, which distinguishes it from typical corporate legal roles.
Company overview
Universal Creative, a subsidiary of Universal Parks & Resorts, specializes in designing and developing theme park attractions and entertainment experiences. They generate revenue by creating innovative rides, shows, and themed environments for Universal Studios parks worldwide, attracting millions of visitors annually. Founded in 1968, the company has been pivotal in the success of iconic attractions like The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and Jurassic World. Their work combines cutting-edge technology with immersive storytelling, making them a leader in the themed entertainment industry.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your experience negotiating, drafting, and interpreting complex commercial contracts, emphasizing your expertise with talent, music, and creative asset agreements relevant to Universal Creative's projects.
Showcase your knowledge of compliance, regulatory requirements, and contractual obligations, as well as your ability to support dispute resolution and provide legal advice within a creative business environment.
Apply through multiple channels including Universal Creative's corporate career site and LinkedIn to maximize your visibility and chances of consideration for the Senior Attorney role.
Connect with current employees in the Legal & Business Affairs division at Universal Creative on LinkedIn; use ice breakers such as commenting on recent Universal Creative projects, asking about their experience working on creative legal issues, or expressing enthusiasm for contributing to innovative entertainment ventures.
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