Associate Director, Business & Legal Affairs

Job Title: Associate Director, Business & Legal Affairs We are a dynamic, diverse, and dedicated group of professionals with a passion for music who provide general counseling to Warner Records across a wide range of business and legal issues. About the Team We value hard work, finely‑tuned listening, and a forward‑thinking mindset. We work closely with every department at the label, and we focus on structuring the label’s business and legal relationships with our artists. Your Role You will learn the ins and outs of a record company and the recorded music business while contributing to the creation and release of our artists’ music. You will be directly involved in all business and legal aspects of the process from recording to marketing and other activities surrounding artist projects. In a rapidly changing industry you will grow as an attorney and executive. Key Responsibilities Negotiate and draft a variety of music and entertainment‑related agreements, including recording, label, license, producer, mixer, soundtrack, termination/release, and merchandise agreements, along with related memos and summaries. Research, advise, and support A&R, marketing, video, commerce, promotion, royalties, international, and other departments regarding contractual and legal obligations. Work closely with A&R administration regarding clearances, budgets, approvals, and general counseling. Review and vet artist‑related assets and materials. Investigate, analyze, and respond to claims and disputes—including copyright, audit, breach of contract, publicity, and trademark—and coordinate with the corporate legal department on dispute resolution strategies. About You Extremely passionate and knowledgeable about music. J.D. from a top law school and membership in good standing in one state bar (preferably New York, California, or Georgia). At least 3–5 years of post‑bar experience in a major record label business and legal affairs department or in the corporate, M&A, intellectual property, and/or litigation departments of a multinational law firm. Experience in an in‑house legal department will also be considered. Superior negotiating, drafting, organizational, and oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to work independently and within a team‑oriented environment. Consistently meet deadlines, manage multiple assignments, and prioritize tasks effectively and appropriately. Preferred (Optional) Qualifications In‑depth understanding of the law applicable to the music business, including copyright, trademark, contract, and rights of publicity. Strong business and financial knowledge. Location & Salary This position requires a minimum of four days per week in the office. Annual Rate: $110,000 to $130,000. Equal Opportunity Statement Warner Music Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co