Associate Director, Business & Legal Affairs (Entertainment)

Location: NA / Hollywood N Orange Dr

Annual base salary: $103,100–$147,200

Company

hirify.global Music Publishing is a global music publisher supporting songwriters and composers through publishing services, rights protection, and career development.

What you will do

• Draft and negotiate co-publishing, purchase, administration, modification, and extension agreements.
• Advise internal clients on legal risks, agreement structures, copyright, intellectual property, policies, and deal strategy.
• Work with royalty personnel to respond to audit claims and negotiate audit settlement agreements.
• Partner with in-house litigation staff and outside counsel on claims, discovery, answers, motions, and briefs.
• Collaborate with A&R staff on proposals and prepare deal approval memoranda.
• Improve standard agreements and legal processes while handling multiple departmental matters.

Requirements

• JD and a license in good standing to practice law in California and/or New York.
• Prior law firm or corporate experience negotiating and drafting agreements.
• At least 2 years of experience in the media industry.
• Knowledge of domestic and international copyright, PRO matters, and foreign PRO matters.
• Strong legal research, writing, communication, organization, time management, and multitasking skills.
• Computer literacy, including essential proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.

Culture & Benefits

• Inclusive, collaborative, and global working community focused on creative industries.
• Modern office environment designed for productivity, creativity, and teamwork.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k) benefits with employer matching.
• Paid parental and caregiver leave, fertility coverage, mental health resources, and backup care support.
• Professional growth and development opportunities, plus winter recess time off.