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Counsel, Legal

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Legal
  • Munich

AI generated summary

  • You must have completed law studies, preferably with media, data protection, and IT law knowledge. First experience, strong demeanor, teamwork, precision, and fluent German & English are essential.
  • You will draft and negotiate contracts, ensure compliance with regulations, provide legal advice, educate clients on developments, and support internal projects.

Requirements

  • Successfully completed law studies (1st and 2nd state examinations)
  • Sound legal knowledge of German law with a focus on media law and knowledge of data protection law and IT law
  • First professional experience desired
  • Confident and convincing appearance
  • Team-oriented, independent and precise way of working
  • Flexibility, ability to work under pressure and service orientation
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced and international environment
  • Very good command of written and spoken German & English

Responsibilities

  • Drafting, processing and negotiation of contracts, in particular those relating to licensing or media law, in German and English in the following areas:
  • Content production: Drafting and reviewing co-production, production service, finance, pre-sales and development agreements based on the terms agreed by the business affairs executive in Germany.
  • Channel distribution: Responsible for drafting, reviewing and negotiating channel distribution and commercial agreement for WBD’s free television, pay television and/or on demand services in GSA. Ensuring best practice and consistency of drafting and contract terms, knowledge sharing and strong communications
  • Ad sales: Drafting, reviewing and negotiating ad sales agreements with advertisers and agencies for WBD’s free television, pay television and/or on demand services in GSA. Advising on advertisement regulations and ensuring best practice and compliance with relevant adverting regulations.
  • Compliance: Management of the compliance specialist teams (youth protection and on-air compliance) to ensure compliance with German media regulation for the channels and services licensed out of Germany, including being the point of contact for the regulator. Ensuring that all of WBD business activity in Germany is fully compliant with company policies and compliance programs, including without limitation the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act Policies.
  • Day to day legal advice on their distinct practice areas including drafting, negotiating, advising clients and being able to communicate clearly and concisely also to senior management. Ability to challenge ideas proposed and advise on conflicts. Providing commercial and practical legal advice.
  • Reading up on latest legal developments, industry opinion, attending seminars etc. Proactively educating clients on development in the law or practice which could impact them, and setting up and running compliance programmes (eg data protection, competition, corporate governance). Having a clear understanding of European law and the impact on WBD’s business, ensuring contracts are updated to reflect legislative changes. Monitoring and updating local and regional management on all relevant legal and regulatory developments.
  • Support for various internal projects

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of the Counsel, Legal position at Warner Bros. Discovery?

The main responsibilities include drafting, processing, and negotiating contracts related to content production, channel distribution, and ad sales in both German and English, managing compliance with German media regulations, providing legal advice, and supporting various internal projects.

What qualifications are required for this job?

Candidates must have successfully completed law studies (1st and 2nd state examinations), possess sound legal knowledge of German law with a focus on media law, and have knowledge in data protection and IT law. First professional experience is desired.

What languages are required for this role?

A very good command of written and spoken German and English is required for this role.

Is previous experience in media law necessary for this position?

While first professional experience is desired, specific expertise in media law is important as the role will focus heavily on licensing and Media regulations.

How does Warner Bros. Discovery promote diversity in the workplace?

Warner Bros. Discovery embraces diversity by considering qualified candidates based on merit regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability, or any other protected category. Special consideration is given to severely disabled candidates if they are equally qualified.

Will the Counsel, Legal position involve interacting with senior management?

Yes, the role requires the ability to communicate clearly and concisely with senior management, providing commercial and practical legal advice while challenging ideas and advising on any conflicts.

Are flexible working hours offered in this position?

Yes, flexible working hours are offered to assist with work-life balance.

What is the focus area of compliance management in this role?

The compliance management focuses on ensuring compliance with German media regulation, youth protection, on-air compliance, and other relevant legal frameworks, including the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act Policies.

What kind of environment is the Counsel, Legal expected to work in?

The Counsel, Legal is expected to work in a fast-paced and international environment, requiring flexibility and the ability to work under pressure.

Are there opportunities for career growth at Warner Bros. Discovery?

Yes, Warner Bros. Discovery offers career-defining opportunities and tools for employees to explore and grow into their best selves.

Entertainment & Media
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Warner Bros. Discovery is a global media and entertainment company, known for producing and distributing a wide range of content, including films, television shows, and digital content. Their ultimate mission is to captivate audiences worldwide by creating compelling and innovative stories that entertain, inform, and inspire. With a strong focus on storytelling and creativity, Warner Bros. Discovery aims to enrich people's lives through entertainment and provide a diverse array of content across various platforms. Their purpose is to connect people through shared experiences and to continue being a leading force in the entertainment industry, shaping the future of entertainment in the UK and beyond.

Culture & Values

  • Act as one team

    Trust each other, succeed together, and grow together. Collaborate across teams and make decisions that are best for WBD overall. Prioritize growth, development, and well-being for our teams. Respect and support each other, and celebrate wins.

  • Create what's next

    Be curious, innovate, and focus on the future. Drive change, embrace disruption, and never stop learning. Use data and technology to transform what we create and how we tell stories and deliver. Experiment, fail fast, acknowledge mistakes and learn from them.

  • Empower Storytelling

    Put creators, consumers and partners at the center, and share extraordinary stories. Tell stories that entertain and inspire our viewers, communities, and each other. Foster creativity by giving the freedom to try new things and produce our best work. Deliver the best experience; anticipate what consumers want and be fan obsessed.

  • Champion Inclusion

    Empower others, have courage, and pursue equity. Amplify the voices of global storytellers to reflect audiences around the world. Intentionally seek out diversity, remove barriers, and create space for all to share ideas and be heard. Actively listen and lead with empathy, integrity, and transparency.

  • Dream it & own it

    Advocate the mission, move with speed, and drive results. Have an owner's mindset; bring a perspective, take decisive rapid action, and manage spend responsibly. Make clear choices, set ambitious goals, and be accountable for results. Speak up and fearlessly challenge the norm.