Job Title: Legal & Business Affairs Counsel
Employer: GoDigital Media Group (godigitalmg.com)
Classification: Full-Time
Reports to: General Counsel
Location: United States
About the Company:
We believe success comes down to people. GoDigital Media Group is a multinational conglomerate with unique
purpose, exponential growth and groundbreaking leadership.
GoDigital is an ecosystem of business units that unite content, community and commerce. We inspire happiness by
connecting consumer passion points in music, entertainment, and sports. Our 1000+ employees share values that
drive business results. GDMG partners with others that share our vision. The GoDigital Way is inclusive, extensive
and collaborative. Join us.
About the Role:
As a Legal and Business Affairs Counsel, you will play a key role in providing legal support and strategic advice to our
organization. You will be responsible for handling a wide range of legal matters, including contract drafting and
negotiation, intellectual property rights, licensing agreements, compliance, and risk management. Your expertise
and guidance will be essential in ensuring the organization's legal and business affairs align with applicable laws and
regulations.
Primary Responsibilities:
● Draft, review, and negotiate various contracts, including licensing agreements, distribution agreements,
vendor contracts, and artist agreements
● Ensure that contractual terms and conditions protect the organization's interests and comply with legal
requirements
● Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify and address legal risks and negotiate favorable terms
● Provide counsel on intellectual property matters, including copyright, trademark, and licensing issues
● Conduct due diligence on intellectual property rights associated with acquisitions, collaborations, and
partnerships
● Advise on the protection and enforcement of the organization's intellectual property assets
● Stay updated on relevant laws, regulations, and industry practices to ensure compliance
● Develop and implement policies and procedures to mitigate legal risks
● Provide guidance on data protection, privacy, and security matters
● Provide timely and accurate legal advice to internal stakeholders on various business initiatives and
operations
● Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure legal considerations are incorporated into business
strategies
● Assess potential legal and business risks, propose mitigation strategies, and offer creative solutions to
complex issues
● Assist in managing disputes and potential legal claims
● Collaborate with external legal counsel in litigation matters, including strategy development and document
review
● Provide support in preparing legal documents and gathering evidence for legal proceedings
Experience and Qualifications:
● Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
● Admission to the Bar in the relevant jurisdiction
● 7+ years of experience as a practicing attorney in a law firm or in-house legal department
● Strong knowledge of contract law, intellectual property law, and commercial transactions
● Experience in the entertainment industry or related fields is preferred
● Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
● Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines
● Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
● Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and quality in work
Our team at GoDigital Media Group operates with the following core values:
Personal Improvement & Wellbeing: We are committed to doing the work to become the best versions of ourselves
physically, emotionally, intellectually, and spiritually in order to explore the world, build community, and curate
living in a healthy state of joy, love and inspiration.
Empowered Thinking: We agree to do the work to metabolize our irrational fears so we can make rational decisions
to achieve the outcomes we are looking for. This means we will be bold and courageous in failing forward, and we
accept risk within well-managed parameters. The faster we hypothesize, test, validate or iterate, the sooner we
succeed. There shall be no fear of rejection for speaking up; good ideas can come from anywhere; everyone has a
voice; negative behaviors must be surfaced.
Integrity & Fairness: We seek a meritocracy where equity, inclusion, belonging, authenticity, honesty and integrity
are paramount.
Service: We seek to deliver vastly more value than we cost and to make the world a happier place everyday.
Company Benefits:
At GoDigital Media Group, we offer an industry leading benefits package that includes a variety of benefits including
unlimited paid time off, ability to work 100% remotely, health insurance, dental insurance, tax deferred retirement
plans, and access to experts in preventative care. We also offer fun items such as access to GDMG University which
is our internal training program that is hosted by entertainment, music, and other industry leaders and company
events/excursions.
Additional Information:
GoDigital Media Group is committed to creating an inclusive work environment that reflects the diversity of our
community. We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to their race (or traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and
protective hairstyles), religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, national origin,
ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision-making, medical condition, genetic
information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions),
gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), sexual orientation, veteran or military status.
Location
Remote, California (Remote)
Department
Legal & Business Affairs
Employment Type
Full-Time
Minimum Experience
Experienced