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In House Counsel

In House Counsel

Trandon Associates, Inc • New York, NY, US
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking an exceptional Inside Counsel to serve as a strategic legal partner to the leadership team as we scale our global intelligence platform. This is a unique opportunity to help build and shape the legal function of a fast-growing media company redefining how business and political leaders access global insights. The ideal candidate brings a blend of media law expertise, commercial acumen, and startup adaptability, working directly with the CFO and executive leadership on all aspects of the business—from complex sponsorship negotiations to global event operations and editorial guidance.

Your Responsibilities

Legal Advisory & Strategic Counsel

  • Serve as a trusted legal advisor to the CFO and executive team on all legal and regulatory matters across business functions
  • Advise on media law issues including defamation, privacy, copyright, fair use, and First Amendment considerations
  • Advise editorial teams on legal issues related to journalism and ensure compliance with applicable media regulations and industry standards
  • Support corporate governance matters including board materials, corporate policies, regulatory filings, and maintaining corporate records
  • Develop and implement internal policies, procedures, and legal risk frameworks to ensure compliance and operational efficiency

Commercial Contracts & Transactions

  • Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of commercial agreements including event sponsorships ($500K-$5M+), sales contracts, vendor agreements, content partnerships, licensing agreements, syndication deals, and talent agreements
  • Maintain standardized contract templates and playbooks to enable business velocity while protecting company interests
  • Provide practical legal solutions that support business objectives in a fast-paced media environment
  • Events Legal Support

  • Provide comprehensive legal support for the global events portfolio, including budgets ranging from $25,000 to over $5 million
  • Advise on issues of liability, insurance, force majeure, and attendee terms
  • Navigate cross-border legal and regulatory considerations for major event franchises
  • Intellectual Property Management

  • Manage  global trademark portfolio and brand protection strategy
  • Advise on copyright, content ownership, and journalists' external IP arrangements
  • Oversee domain and social media legal matters
  • Risk Assessment & Litigation Management

  • Identify and evaluate legal risks across the organization and develop practical mitigation strategies
  • Coordinate with outside counsel on litigation matters, manage discovery processes, and develop litigation strategies
  • Oversee pre-publication review when necessary to minimize legal exposure
  • Manage relationships with outside counsel and legal service providers to ensure cost-effective delivery of specialized legal services
  • Employment & Compliance

  • Support leadership on employment agreements, consulting arrangements, and compliance with employment laws across multiple jurisdictions
  • Ensure understanding and compliance with data privacy regulations including CCPA and GDPR
  • Cross-Functional Partnership

  • Partner with editorial, events, revenue, and operations teams to advance business goals
  • Provide practical, solutions-oriented legal guidance that balances risk with opportunity and enables growth
  • Build trusted relationships across all levels of the organization
  • What Makes You Qualified

    Education & Experience

  • J.D. from an accredited law school (top-tier institutions strongly preferred)
  • Active bar membership in New York (or eligibility to practice in-house in New York)
  • 5-10 years of progressive legal experience, ideally including media, entertainment, publishing, technology, or related industries
  • Demonstrated expertise in media law, intellectual property, and commercial transactions
  • Experience managing litigation matters and working with outside counsel
  • Experience supporting live events or conferences strongly preferred
  • Experience with newsroom operations and First Amendment issues strongly preferred
  • Knowledge & Skills

  • Deep understanding of contract law, intellectual property, and media / publishing law
  • Strong command of legal issues affecting digital media companies including content licensing, privacy, and platform liability
  • Familiarity with advertising and marketing regulations including FTC guidelines
  • Knowledge of employment law and talent / creator agreements
  • Superior analytical and problem-solving abilities to address complex legal issues
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for conveying legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders
  • Strong negotiation skills with ability to achieve favorable outcomes while maintaining relationships
  • Project management skills to handle multiple matters simultaneously
  • Core Competencies

  • Business partnering skills to align legal advice with commercial objectives
  • Ability to exercise independent judgment on matters of significant importance
  • Capacity to work autonomously while knowing when to escalate issues
  • Adaptability to thrive in ambiguous situations requiring quick decision-making
  • Capability to balance competing priorities and manage demanding deadlines
  • Resilience to handle high-pressure situations common in media environments
  • Personal Attributes

  • Entrepreneurial mindset with comfort in a growing, dynamic organization
  • Collaborative approach with ability to build trust across all levels
  • High ethical standards and integrity
  • Pragmatic advisor who balances opportunity with compliance and editorial independence
  • Intellectually curious, globally minded, and passionate about journalism
  • High degree of professionalism and discretion
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