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IP LEGAL COUNSEL ROLE IN A GLOBAL MEDIA & ENTERTAINMENT BUSINESS

Why is this a great role?

What will the role of Legal Counsel (Intellectual Property) at a global media and entertainment business mean for you?

You will take ownership of a diverse IP portfolio and gain exposure to global issues at the intersection of technology, creativity, and brand protection.

This is an exciting opportunity because you will be working across a wide variety of IP matters from trademarks, patents, and copyright to licensing, litigation, and global regulatory issues.

Alongside your IP focus, you'll also gain exposure to broader commercial legal work, giving you a rounded in-house experience.

If you're looking for responsibility, autonomy, and the chance to directly influence commercial outcomes, this role offers all of that.

How will this role develop your career?

You'll work closely with a Head of Legal and General Counsel who are committed to mentoring and developing their team. This means you'll have the guidance of experienced lawyers while also being given the freedom to take ownership of projects.

If you're a private practice lawyer looking to transition in-house, this role provides the ideal platform: you'll deepen your understanding of commercial drivers, manage stakeholders across the business, and directly influence strategy.

Clear progression opportunities exist within the legal team, with the potential to step up to more senior roles as the function continues to grow globally.

Why do lawyers like working here?

Lawyers we've placed here tell us they enjoy:

• The variety and quality of IP work they wouldn't get in private practice.
• The chance to work closely with senior leadership and make commercial decisions.
• A supportive culture that prioritises collaboration and balance.
• Competitive pay, often higher than private practice equivalents.

This is a household-name business with a truly global footprint giving you the chance to work on matters that have real commercial and brand impact worldwide.

What work will you do?

In addition to what's mentioned above, you will:

• Manage the company's trademarks, patents, and copyright portfolio.
• Advise on global IP transfers and regulatory requirements.
• Support the business on IP litigation and settlement work.
• Draft and negotiate commercial agreements with IP elements.
• Collaborate with overseas advisers on cross-border IP strategy.
• Provide input on general commercial matters as part of the wider in-house team.

What type of person will be successful?

• Admitted as a solicitor in Australia (or equivalent overseas jurisdiction).
• 3–5 years PQE in IP, ideally from a top-tier, international, or specialist IP firm.
• Exposure to both contentious and non-contentious IP matters.
• A proactive, commercially minded approach, with excellent communication skills.

Please apply below or send your CV to toby.orr@beacon-legal.com.au to arrange a confidential discussion.

If this role isn't quite right for you, but you're interested in other roles, please get in contact. We have live roles across Sydney in both private practice and in-house.

Seniority level

• Seniority levelAssociate

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionLegal
• IndustriesTechnology, Information and Media, Entertainment Providers, and Broadcast Media Production and Distribution

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