Associate Manager, Business & Legal Affairs

At Sony Music Publishing (“SMP”), we believe every voice matters. We are the #1 global music publisher, advancing the artistry of the world’s greatest songwriters and composers for over 25 years. We keep songwriters at the forefront of everything we do, and design our suite of services to amplify opportunities, build connections, and defend their rights. Our roster benefits from an international team committed to providing support at every career stage. From classic catalogues to contemporary hitmakers, history is always being written. We are a part of the Sony family of global companies. Learn more about SMP at https://www.sonymusicpub.com/en.

Why join Sony Music Group?

Here at Sony Music Group, we are shaping what’s next in a way that creates impact. Forging powerful new ideas at the heart of music, technology, and culture that entertain and move people.

This is your opportunity. Part of a global community, united by individual passion, rising to that challenge every day. Adapting at pace and supporting one another, inspired to influence the future. For the benefit of you, our people; our creators, our business, and wider society too.

Be a part of an organization that is creator first. Committed to fueling excellence and always imagining more, while fostering a supportive culture, one where we elevate each other and act responsibly.

Job Purpose:  To provide support to attorneys in the SMP Business & Legal Affairs Department.
 

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Work with the litigation team in the Business & Legal Affairs department and our US digital group to reduce copyright infringement of SMP’s catalog and obtain compensation for SMP’s songwriters.  Tasks will include:

  • Researching and documenting infringing uses on social media platforms and other internet sites

  • Confirming relevant rights.

  • Working with SMP’s worldwide databases

  • Gathering relevant copyright information and contracts.

  • Working with other departments to obtain relevant information.

• Draft legal documents, including copyright takedown notices, cease-and-desist letters and other correspondence.

• Assist members of the sample clearance team, including by managing a sample clearance database, setting up weekly listening meetings, and fielding general rights inquiries.

• Work closely with outside law firms and vendors, including in the context of discovery and other filings for litigations.

• Participate in calls and meetings related to the above activities.

• Other duties as assigned by supervisors, other attorneys in the department, and department head.
   

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Education/Experience: Bachelor’s Degree required. Prior experience as a paralegal a plus.

Special Skills/Requirements:

• MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, and the general ability to navigate new technological systems

• Strong experience with social media platforms

• Attention to detail a must

• Work autonomously

• Problem solving skills

• Good communication skills

• Strong organizational skills

• Ability to handle several projects simultaneously

• Ability to prioritize, handle heavy workload

• Must be motivated, responsible and able to exercise good judgment

• Must be able to take initiative

• Music business and/or music business administration experience a plus

What We Give You:

• You join an inclusive, collaborative, and global community where you have the opportunity to fuel the creative journey

• A modern office environment designed to foster productivity, creativity, and teamwork

• An attractive and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life & disability coverage, and 401K + employer matching

• Voluntary benefits like company-paid identity theft protection and resources for pets, mental health and meditation resources, industry-leading fertility coverage, fully paid leave for childbirth or bonding, fully paid leave for caregivers, programs for loved ones with developmental disabilities and neurodiversity, subsidized back-up child and elder care, and reimbursement for adoption, surrogacy, tuition and student loans

• We invest in your professional growth & development

• Time off for a winter recess

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