Corporate Counsel (Entertainment)

TL;DR

Corporate Counsel (Entertainment): Providing front-line legal advice for marketing and merchandise licensing activities with an accent on regulatory compliance and risk reduction. Focus on reviewing marketing assets, negotiating routine agreements, and developing scalable legal tools for cross-functional teams.

Location: Hybrid; Must be based in or be able to relocate to Bellevue, Washington, United States

Salary: $99,000 – $173,000 per year

Company

The Pokémon Company International manages the Pokémon property outside of Asia, overseeing brand management, licensing, and marketing.

What you will do

• Provide legal support to Marketing and Merchandise Licensing teams in a collaborative fashion.
• Manage triage and intake for routine marketing legal requests, including prioritization and communication.
• Conduct first-pass legal review of assets including social, web, CRM, paid media, and influencer materials.
• Research and interpret laws regarding advertising, promotions, consumer protection, and intellectual property.
• Prepare, review, and negotiate routine agreements, terms, and releases.
• Create and maintain scalable tools such as templates, playbooks, and disclaimer libraries.

Requirements

• 3-4 years of relevant professional legal experience.
• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Bar license in good standing in Washington state or another jurisdiction (must register in Washington upon hire).
• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Strong experience providing legal support for marketing, advertising, and digital/influencer matters.

Nice to have

• In-house legal experience in interactive entertainment, consumer products, or media.
• Experience working with multinational teams and cross-cultural communication.

Culture & Benefits

• 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums.
• 401k employer matching for US employees.
• Generous paid family leave and employer-paid life and income protection insurance.
• Fitness reimbursement and commuter benefits.
• Comprehensive relocation package for eligible roles.
• Hybrid work environment with a focus on innovation and impact.