Director, Business & Legal Affairs Litigation

We are UMG, the Universal Music Group. We are the world’s leading music company. In everything we do, we are committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising, and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters, and we produce, distribute and promote the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to delight and entertain fans around the world.
 

How we LEAD:

We are currently seeking an exceptional litigation attorney to oversee a busy docket of claims as part of our litigation team. The attorney will be responsible for investigating claims, supervising counsel, providing legal advice and managing risks and litigation budgets for all Universal Music Group business units. The position requires experience and skill in, among other things, negotiating, analyzing legal issues, providing practical legal and business advice, as well as a deep understanding of all aspects of the litigation process from claim to resolution. 
How you'll CREATE:

• Actively investigate and pursue affirmative claims to protect UMG’s intellectual property and other rights, including claims for copyright infringement

• Actively manage/handle other claims and litigation asserted by or against UMG, including investigation, negotiation, settlement and, where necessary, managing outside counsel, budgets and case management. 

• Prepare quarterly litigation summary for senior management. 

• Provide advice and counsel to company executives and internal business units. 

• Assist management in determining and enforcing company policy regarding legal issues. 

Bring your VIBE:

• J.D. member of the California Bar, or qualified to register as an in-house attorney in California. 

• Qualified candidate with 4+ years litigation experience. 

• Hands-on knowledge of all phases of litigation and trial process in both state and federal court. 

• Intellectual property, copyright expertise or music industry experience highly preferred. 

• Familiarity with new technology, DMCA and digital music environment preferred. 

• Self-starter who requires minimal supervision. 

• Ability to analyze and provide strategic advice on a wide range of legal issues. 

• A keen interest in music and the music industry. 

• Knowledge/experience with royalty accounting or financial information also preferable. 

• Strong negotiation, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skill. 

• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple projects required. 

Perks Playlist:

• Be part of an entrepreneurial, global organization that values authenticity, drive, creativity, relationships, and a competitive spirit

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and FSA options, as well as:

  • 100% coverage for out-patient mental health services

  • Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes, spa treatments, meal services, travel, and so much more (up to $720/year)

  • A lifetime fertility support allowance of $30,000 to plan participants

  • Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement

  • 100% immediately vested 401(k) match on the first 5% of your contribution on eligible compensation

• Variety of ways to prioritize much-needed time away from work including:

  • Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) for exempt employees

  • 3-weeks PTO for non-exempt employees

  • 2-weeks paid Winter Break

  • 10 Company Holidays (including Juneteenth and Wellbeing Day)

  • Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day)

  • Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent

Check out our full overview of benefits on the Perks Playlist page of the career site.

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

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.