Legal Counsel, Business Affairs

Create Music Group

Los Angeles, CA, United States
Base: $180,000 – $220,000 usd py; bonus/equity: no...
Remote
Minimum eight years of law firm experience
Strong prior law firm experience required
Experience with record labels and publishers
This role supports the company's growing music, publishing, and digital media operations by independently handling complex legal matters

Job Summary

  • This role supports the company's growing music, publishing, and digital media operations by independently handling complex legal matters.
  • The successful candidate will draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of agreements including distribution, recording, and synchronization licenses.
  • Create Music Group is a leading music and entertainment company generating over 15 billion streams monthly with a focus on owned IP and technology platforms.

Matching Summary

This role supports the company's growing music, publishing, and digital media operations by independently handling complex legal matters.

Salary

Base: $180,000 – $220,000 USD per year; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Minimum eight years of law firm experience
  • Strong prior law firm experience required
  • Experience with record labels and publishers
  • Independent management of complex matters
  • High-volume deal flow execution capability

Nice-to-have

  • Prior in-house experience at music company
  • Experience supporting fast-paced growth organizations
  • Comfort advising senior business stakeholders
  • Mentoring junior attorneys or legal staff
  • Translating legal concepts into practical guidance

Key Requirements

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from accredited law school
  • Admission to at least one U.S. state bar
  • Minimum eight years practicing law
  • Demonstrated experience with music related agreements
  • Strong working knowledge of copyright principles

Work Rights

Not specified

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