Attorney, Publishing & Licensing - Penguin Random House (Hybrid)

Penguin Random House is looking for a knowledgeable, proactive, business-minded and self-motivated attorney to join its legal team focusing on publishing and licensing matters.  This position will interface directly with publishing and business teams throughout several imprints, counseling clients on various legal and commercial risks related to media, intellectual property and general business issues. The ideal candidate will assist the Legal team’s efforts to partner strategically with the company’s publishing and business units, acting as a general business and legal advisor and consulting resource to help facilitate the client’s publishing and business objectives.   

Specific responsibilities include:   

• Work closely with editorial and business groups to identify and analyze legal issues, help determine business terms and structure transactions, and provide advice to colleagues that balance business objectives and legal risks 
• Work on a variety of media related matters, including claims handling and litigation support 
• Assist in and ultimately work independently on the review, drafting and negotiation of a variety of contracts including licensing agreements, consulting agreements, and work for hire  agreements. 
• Provide strategic, legal and business advice and counsel on tight timelines to business units and senior management on wide array of legal and business issues, including business risks, contract interpretation, and other issues 
• Conduct pre-publication review of non-fiction and fiction books and associated promotional materials 
• Counsel clients on intellectual property matters including copyright and trademark, and media-related matters including defamation, privacy, access and other First Amendment issues 
• Support the Legal team in addressing new or special projects that arise with the evolving needs of the business 

Please apply if you meet the following qualifications:   

• J.D. from a top A.B.A. accredited law school. Admitted and member in good standing with at least one U.S. State Bar 
• 3 - 5 years of relevant in-house law department and/or law firm experience (in-house experience a plus) 
• Exceptional writing, drafting and communication skills 
• Highly analytical with exceptional business and legal issue identification, creativity and problem-solving skills 
• Practical, business-oriented and creative problem solver who can deliver clear, strategic advice to clients in a timely manner 
• Ability to operate autonomously while being a team player who brings a positive, “can do” attitude to the workplace and works collaboratively with other members of the Legal team and with clients 
• Results-oriented with excellent time management and work prioritization skills 
• Familiarity with digital technologies and related legal issues including intellectual property, data privacy and business models a plus 
• Must be flexible with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and operate in a faced paced entrepreneurial environment 
• Detail-oriented, organized, efficient and resourceful with strong follow-through skills 
• Excellent interpersonal skills & the ability to work effectively with employees at all levels and establish strong client relationships 

The Penguin Random House headquarters is located in New York, NY. This is a hybrid position, requiring in-office presence 2–3 days per week. 

The salary range for this role is $120,000 to $150,000, commensurate with experience. All positions are currently eligible for an annual profit award or bonus, subject to Company performance. 

Please apply by May 25th using our online application process, and include your resume, cover letter, and salary requirements. 
 

Penguin Random House job postings include a good faith compensation range for each open position. The salary range listed is specific to each particular open position and takes into account various factors including the specifics of the individual role, and candidate's relevant experience and qualifications.

Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program. Our range of benefits include, but are not limited to, Medical/Prescription drug insurance, Dental, Vision, Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Pre-Tax and Roth 401(k), Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life/AD&D Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Student Loan Repayment Program, Educational Assistance & generous paid time off.

Penguin Random House is the leading adult and children's publishing house in North America, the United Kingdom and many other regions around the world. In publishing the best books in every genre and subject for all ages, we are committed to quality, excellence in execution, and innovation throughout the entire publishing process: editorial, design, marketing, publicity, sales, production, and distribution. Our vibrant and diverse international community of nearly 300 publishing brands and imprints include Ballantine Bantam Dell, Berkley, Clarkson Potter, Crown, DK, Doubleday, Dutton, Grosset & Dunlap, Little Golden Books, Knopf, Modern Library, Pantheon, Penguin Books, Penguin Press, Penguin Random House Audio, Penguin Young Readers, Portfolio, Puffin, Putnam, Random House, Random House Children's Books, Riverhead, Ten Speed Press, Viking, and Vintage, among others. More information can be found at http://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/.<http://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/>

Penguin Random House values the array of talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Company: Penguin Random House LLC 

Country: United States of America 

State/Region: New York 

City: New York 

Postal Code: 10019 

Job ID: 279787