Senior Legal Counsel - Music (F/H/NB)
Ubisoft, a global leader in gaming, is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel specializing in music to join their Legal Department in Paris. This role involves supporting game production teams and collaborating with creative studios worldwide. The ideal candidate will be the primary legal expert for all music-related aspects in Ubisoft's games, ensuring the integration of high-quality music while managing associated legal risks.
Key responsibilities include drafting, reviewing, and negotiating music-related agreements—such as licensing, commissioning, and distribution contracts—in both French and English. The Senior Legal Counsel will provide strategic and practical legal advice to production teams, translating complex legal concepts into actionable guidance. Additionally, the role involves training and supporting creative teams globally to enhance their legal awareness, monitoring industry developments that may impact production, and ensuring compliance with Ubisoft's business needs and risk tolerance.
Candidates should have significant experience in music law, particularly in music publishing and/or recorded music, ideally gained in-house. A strong track record in drafting and negotiating music contracts under various jurisdictions, including synchronization licenses, and experience working with collective management bodies are essential. Fluency in both French and English, with the ability to draft and negotiate in both languages, is required. The role also demands excellent interpersonal and communication skills, strong negotiation abilities, and the capacity to manage multiple projects in an international, multicultural environment.
Ubisoft offers a comprehensive benefits package, including profit sharing, a yearly company savings plan, 25 paid time off days plus 12 additional paid days off, and a 50% subsidy for transportation passes. Employees also receive lunch vouchers, healthcare coverage for themselves and their families, and various other perks. The office is located in Saint Mandé, accessible via Metro line 1 at the Saint Mandé station, and features an on-site gym.
Ubisoft fosters an inclusive work environment that mirrors the diversity of its gaming community. The company is committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees, regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, social status, disability, or age. Ubisoft encourages individuals passionate about innovation and pushing the boundaries of entertainment to join their team and contribute to creating the unknown.