Legal Counsel - EMEAI

Authentic is a unified platform that integrates M&A, brand strategy, creativity and digital innovation to unlock the power of its global Lifestyle and Entertainment portfolio. As the world’s largest sports and entertainment licensing company, Authentic connects strong brands with best-in-class partners to optimize long-term value in the marketplace. Its brands generate more than $32 billion in global annual retail sales and have an expansive retail footprint in more than 150 countries, including 13,000-plus freestanding stores and shop‑in‑shops and 400,000 points of sale.

Authentic transforms brands by delivering powerful storytelling, compelling content, innovative business models and immersive experiences. It creates original marketing strategies to drive the success of its brands across all consumer touchpoints, platforms and emerging media.

You’ll be able to access the resources and scale, while leveraging innovative technology and nimble environment. What we’re saying is, this isn’t your average day job. If you’re hungry to drive ideas into action and own your career, let’s chat. Our team is rapidly innovating to evolve and define the future of our brands. With the help of some of the brightest minds in retail, marketing, licensing, legal and more, we are building the intersection of digital and experiential marketing to help achieve that mission.

We reimagine, evolve and transform brands! At Authentic, we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought and expertise drive competitive advantage. Our global teams are built by go‑getters who contribute unique perspectives and push the boundaries of creativity and innovation. Headquartered in New York City, Authentic has offices in major metropolitan cities including Los Angeles and Miami, as well as Toronto, Mexico City, London, and Shanghai.

As Legal Counsel, EMEA
, you'll be part of Authentic Brand Group’s Business & Legal Affairs Department, which is responsible for drafting and negotiating key fashion, entertainment and media deals (including IP license agreements) in tandem with business development and brand management teams. You’ll regularly interact with Authentic’s Intellectual Property Department and other internal business units (Marketing/Communications, Finance, Operations, etc.). You are a detail‑oriented, highly motivated and adaptable attorney that will focus on fashion, entertainment, and media licensing for our portfolio of 30+ brands.

You have excellent communication skills and can articulate positions related to IP licensing in a way that balances business needs with risk mitigation, with an eye on achieving business results. You will be required to function at the highest degree of precision, at a fast pace, and in collaboration with a highly sophisticated in‑house team of experts in their fields.

You are a driven performer who thrives in a fast‑paced environment. You’ll be reviewing, negotiating and drafting the following types of agreements: long and short form trademark license agreements, retail and/or e-commerce operations, permission and clearance agreements, term sheets, sponsorship/endorsement agreements, event agreements, influencer agreements, agreements/rules for sweepstakes / contests, and settlement agreements.

• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating agreements relating to intellectual property licensing (with an emphasis on trademarks and copyrights), entertainment, fashion, and media marketing (e.g., influencers and talent), e‑commerce, and general commercial matters.
• Providing advice and counsel regarding trademarks and other intellectual property.
• Coordinating directly and efficiently with colleagues from Authentic’s business development, brand management, and marketing teams.
• Enabling the business to timely achieve its targets, while respecting the Company’s principles and applicable laws, and assisting in embedding these principles into the Company’s processes and decisions.
• Implementing and overseeing corporate policies, procedures, and programs.
• Assist in‑house and outside counsel with ongoing general matters for the Legal Department, as required…