Senior Attorney

Company And Culture

Complex is the definitive platform for global youth culture and music lifestyle, seamlessly integrating cutting-edge content, commerce and live experiences with unparalleled scale. Through innovative content, Complex tells stories of music, streetwear and style, sports, art and beyond. Its content engages in a dynamic conversation with the audience, reflecting and shaping the zeitgeist of convergence culture. A powerful media juggernaut paired with a curated marketplace, Complex is redefining the way fans interact with their favorite brands and artists and reshaping the future of digital culture and commerce.

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

The above statements cover what are generally believed to be principal and essential functions of the job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some incumbents assigned to the job to perform a different combination of duties.

Complex participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Provide legal guidance and expertise to company executives and department heads regarding laws, regulations, industry customs and practices related to short form digital programming, e-commerce, retail and tech; Assist key team members with structuring and negotiating deals for above and below-the-line talent, sponsorships, brands, licenses, production companies and vendors; Structure, draft, negotiate and manage complex and often first-of-their-kind commercial contracts relating to merchandise, digital content, promotional partnerships and more; Advise on employment law matters; Prepare deal summaries for use by marketing, content, finance, etc.; Analyze and advise on the ramifications and relative risk of deal structures; Partner with business executives and human resources to design and implement best practices

Requirements

Member in good standing of California State Bar; Minimum of 5+ years of legal/business affairs experience in a media company, production company or law firm; Excellent drafting, negotiation and organizational skills; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Extensive in-depth knowledge of contract and general corporate law; Knowledge of intellectual property, clearance and copyright, entertainment, technology and privacy law; Knowledge of industry deals and practices; Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook and Excel; Confident, self-motivated, can work well independently and collaboratively; Good business judgement Ability to work well in a fast-paced, deadline-intensive, in-house environment and manage a high volume of transactions; Previous startup experience a plus

Benefits

Best in class health, dental, and vision insurance; Healthcare FSA; Dependent Care FSA; Commuter Benefits FSA; Short-term/long-term disability and life insurance; Paid Parental leave; 401k with 4% match; Pet Insurance; Legal and Identity Theft Plans; Flexible PTO