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Associate – Copyright & Commercial Transactions (4+ PQE)

About the Opportunity

A leading global law firm is seeking a highly qualified Associate to join its Copyright practice, focusing on transactional work. This is an opportunity to work within a cross-disciplinary team advising innovative technology, digital media, and content-driven businesses on complex copyright and commercial matters at the intersection of law, technology, and creative industries.

The team handles a broad range of sophisticated work, from advising on product design and copyright compliance strategies to negotiating business-critical content licenses and resolving disputes. You will work with clients ranging from high-growth start-ups to established global technology and media companies, providing strategic guidance across digital content ecosystems.

The Role

This position sits on the transactional side of the Copyright practice and focuses on standalone commercial transactions. The successful candidate will advise on complex agreements and strategic partnerships within the music, media, and digital content space.

Key responsibilities include:

Drafting and negotiating sophisticated, bespoke commercial agreements

Advising on licensing, data and content acquisition arrangements

Supporting dispute settlement negotiations

Structuring strategic partnership and collaboration agreements

Providing strategic advice on copyright compliance and digital content business models

Working directly with clients on principal-side transactional matters

This role is focused on commercial and licensing work and is not primarily centred on M&A or financing transactions.

Candidate Profile

Minimum 4 years' post-qualification experience (or equivalent)

Strong background in technology transactions, IP licensing, or complex commercial agreements from a leading law firm

Demonstrated experience drafting and negotiating bespoke agreements

Interest in technology, digital media, music, or content-driven industries

Excellent analytical, communication, and client management skills

Prior experience in entertainment, music, or media is advantageous but not required

Why Apply

Work on cutting-edge copyright and digital content matters

Exposure to market-leading technology and media clients

Collaborative, cross-disciplinary environment

High-quality, complex transactional work

Strong platform for career development within a globally recognised practice