The role is to act as in-house legal counsel to the WPP Media business supporting their commercial and client teams and to support the Global General Counsel as part of the wider global WPP Media Legal Team
Job Summary
The role is to act as in-house legal counsel to the WPP Media business supporting their commercial and client teams and to support the Global General Counsel as part of the wider global WPP Media Legal Team.
The successful candidate will not only provide the expected legal expertise in drafting and negotiating contracts and policy, but to also understand how to support commercial negotiations in line with best practice and group guidance and be keen to understand and learn in a fast-paced environment.
We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views.
Matching Summary
The role is to act as in-house legal counsel to the WPP Media business supporting their commercial and client teams and to support the Global General Counsel as part of the wider global WPP Media Legal Team.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
drafting and negotiating commercial contracts
media and/or technology context
intellectual property and data privacy knowledge
legal expertise in drafting and negotiating contracts
support commercial negotiations
understand and learn in a fast-paced environment
Nice-to-have
trusted growth partner for leading brands
fostering a culture of creativity and belonging
continuous learning and career opportunities
collaborative team player and relationship builder
Key Requirements
6-8 years of post-qualification experience (PQE)
experience in an in-house legal team or law firm
excellent communication skills
strong drafting skills
strong commercial acumen
proven ability to prioritise a fast-paced workload