Senior Legal Counsel - Music Publishing
Core
Senior Legal Counsel providing strategic and tactical legal advice on music publishing and copyright licensing, partnering with Business Affairs to structure and negotiate complex agreements.
Role type
Senior Legal Counsel (Music Publishing & Copyright)
Builds
Licensing agreements with CMOs, PROs, and music publishers for Spotify's digital music service
Domain
Music Industry / Digital Streaming / Intellectual Property
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Music publishing law expertise, copyright licensing, complex contract negotiation, regulatory compliance, commercial acumen, independent operation, multi-tasking high-stakes negotiations
Preferred skills
Passion for music law, growth mindset, ability to support songwriter/publisher growth in digital ecosystem
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Provide strategic and tactical legal advice on music publishing and copyright matters; Partner with Business Affairs to structure, draft, and negotiate music CMO, PRO, and publishing licensing agreements; Advise on compliance with contractual, statutory, and regulatory obligations relating to the exploitation of musical works; Advise on new features, market launches, and commercial initiatives in light of existing rights frameworks
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
