Legal Counsel, Content Legal (FTC 12 mth)

Legal Counsel, Content Legal (FTC 12 mth)

42704

London, GB, NW1 8TT

Legal

London

Full-Time

Hybrid

Paramount International Networks, a unit of Paramount Global (NASDAQ: PARA), is comprised of many of the world’s most iconic consumer brands. Its portfolio includes award-winning channels, brands, and platforms such as Channel 5, MTV, Comedy Central, Nickelodeon, BET, Paramount Network, and others internationally. Paramount International Networks provides powerful capabilities in production, distribution, and advertising solutions for partners across more than 180 countries.

WHAT IS THE ROLE?

We are looking for an enthusiastic, collaborative content lawyer to join the Content Legal & Compliance BALA team in London.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Working with in-house producers and commissioners to provide programme and online content legal and regulatory advice on issues that include defamation, contempt, privacy, data protection, and intellectual property.
2. Understanding editorial ambition and advising effectively on both pre- and post-broadcast and online publication across multiple genres.
3. Analysing and balancing risks involved in the production and publication process.
4. Collaborating with the BALA team and UK business to work within governance protocols.
5. Advising on child protection, contributor duty of care, and other relevant matters.
6. Understanding editorial ethics affecting programmes and online content.
7. Supporting reviews into programme and online content issues pre- and post-broadcast.
8. Preparing responses to complaints and regulatory investigations.
9. Reviewing, maintaining, and updating policies and guidelines.
10. Attending and advising at recordings and live programmes.
11. Supporting the training of internal staff and production companies on legal and compliance issues.
12. Managing pre- and post-litigation including instructing counsel and external solicitors.
13. Liaising with various stakeholders including commissioners, production companies, and creatives.
14. Keeping up to date on the evolution of the law and practice in this area.
15. Embracing the ‘One Paramount’ approach and encouraging collaboration.
16. Being an ambassador for all Paramount channels and platforms.
17. Promoting Paramount values and supporting a culture of inclusion.

WHAT DO YOU NEED?

1. Qualified lawyer (barrister or solicitor) with 2-7 years’ PQ experience in programme legal/regulatory compliance issues.
2. In-depth understanding of media law and regulation including defamation, privacy, copyright, and the Ofcom Broadcasting Code.
3. Experience advising producers and commissioners on media law and regulation.
4. Experience drafting/reviewing programme protocols and contributor contracts.
5. Professional persona with the ability to collaborate easily.
6. Skilled communicator comfortable adapting style to be effective at all levels.
7. Good listener, willing to take on details and ask the right questions.
8. Solid attention to detail and confidence in handling strict deadlines.
9. Creative problem-solving skills with strong judgment.
10. Willingness to learn quickly and adapt as needed.
11. Passion for freedom of expression.
12. Resilient team player able to work effectively under pressure.

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Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

At Paramount, we believe that opportunity, access, resources, and rewards should be available for the benefit of all. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

If you have any difficulties in applying or require access needs, please let us know by emailing uk.recruitment@vimn.com or calling 0207 555 1234.