Qualified lawyer with substantial experience in unscripted tv production
Negotiating talent, production, licensing, and contributor agreements
Deep understanding of uk unscripted industry norms and duty-of-care obligations
The role oversees legal and business affairs matters across development, production, compliance, talent, and rights for UTAS UK's unscripted slate
Job Summary
The role oversees legal and business affairs matters across development, production, compliance, talent, and rights for UTAS UK's unscripted slate.
The Director will partner closely with the Managing Director and leadership team to provide strategic legal guidance on productions like Saturday Night Live UK.
Candidates must ensure all productions operate in compliance with UK laws, NBCU policies, and OFCOM guidelines while managing complex format rights.
Matching Summary
The role oversees legal and business affairs matters across development, production, compliance, talent, and rights for UTAS UK's unscripted slate.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Qualified lawyer with substantial experience in unscripted TV production
Negotiating talent, production, licensing, and contributor agreements
Deep understanding of UK unscripted industry norms and duty-of-care obligations
Nice-to-have
Experience within a major broadcaster or top-tier law firm
Proactive collaborative team member in creative environments
Familiarity with production financing structures and co-pro models
Key Requirements
Qualified lawyer status
Substantial experience in unscripted TV production
Strong negotiation skills for various agreement types