Job Description:
At Warner Music Group, we’re a global collective of music makers and music lovers, tech innovators and inspired entrepreneurs, game-changing creatives and passionate team members. Here, we turn dreams into stardom and audiences into fans. We are guided by three core values that underpin everything we do across all our diverse businesses:
● Curiosity: We do our best work when we’re immersing ourselves in culture and breaking through barriers. Curiosity is the driving force behind creativity and ingenuity. It fuels innovation, and innovation is the key to our future.
● Collaboration: Making music and bringing it to the world is all about the power of originality amplified by teamwork. A great idea, like a great song, travels globally. We ignite passions and build connections across our diverse community of artists, songwriters, partners, and fans.
● Commitment: We pursue excellence for our team and our talent. Everything in music starts with a leap into the unknown, and we’re committed to keeping the faith, acting with integrity, and delivering on our promises.
WMG is home to a wide range of artists, musicians, and songwriters that fuel our success. That is why we are committed to creating a work environment that actively values, appreciates, and respects everyone. We encourage applications from people with a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences.
Consider a career at WMG and get the best of both worlds – an innovative global music company that retains the creative spirit of a nimble independent.
Job Title: Legal Analyst
Reports To: SVP, Business & Legal Affairs, Latin America
Department: Business & Legal Affairs
Location: Miami, FL
A little bit about our team:
We are a dynamic, diverse and dedicated team of professionals with a passion for music who provide general counseling to Warner Music Latina Inc. across a wide range of business and legal issues. We value hard work, finely tuned listening, and a forward-thinking mindset. We work closely with every department at the label, and we focus on the legal aspects of the label’s business.
Your role:
Under general supervision with latitude for independent judgment and decision, you will participate in the legal operations of the Company and work with other departments within the Company. This involves reviewing/ drafting contracts affecting copyrights, licenses, royalties, fees, assisting with claims and settlements, and leading contract deadlines along with other related legal and/or business affairs matters. Knowledge of basic legal concepts, as well as a background in contract drafting and contract administration is crucial for this position.
Here you’ll get to:
Prepare, review, and revise various music-related agreements, including recording, licensing, distribution, producer, side artist, and video agreements.
Manage contract execution processes and maintain accurate records using internal systems and databases.
Conduct legal and factual research related to copyright, trademarks, rights management, and artist disputes.
Compose letters, memos, and recaps for internal collaborators.
Coordinate signatures, track deliverables, and prioritize documentation for fully completed agreements.
Assist in the clearance of samples, artwork, marketing materials, and other content.
Support due diligence and audits related to artist contracts, royalty disputes, or acquisitions.
Maintain a status sheet for all open team matters. Update weekly and attend team meetings to discuss.
Liaise with internal departments including A&R, Marketing, Digital, and Royalties to gather or share relevant documentation.
Support attorneys in responding to claims, notices, and litigation matters.
Assist with any special projects, as required.
About you:
2-4 years of related experience at a law firm or in-house legal department and/or other legal background/experience.
Familiarity with legal terminology and contract lifecycle.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Spanish.
Ability to effectively communicate and interact with employees at all levels and across departments.
Strong sense of ethics and ability to handle confidential matters with discretion and judgment.
Capable of balancing multiple tasks and prioritizing effectively in a fast-paced setting.
Active desire to learn and proactive in taking the lead on assignments and tasks.
We’d love it if you also had:
Experience in the music or entertainment industry.
Experience with a contract management tool.
B.A. degree and Paralegal certification preferred (from ABA accredited school) or equivalent legal experience.
Familiarity with or ability to use Google Workspace.
About us:
Warner Music Latina is the Latin division of Warner Music Group, representing US Latin in our Miami office. Warner Music Latina seeks to provide best in class service to its artist roster and to push the Latin culture forward, while breaking international barriers with its expertise to develop artists locally and in the global market. Among the extensive star-studded and up-and-coming artists on the roster are Myke Towers, Yandel, Tokischa, Maria Becerra, Danny Ocean, Sofia Reyes, Zion & Lennox, Tiago PZK, Justin Quiles, Blessd, Ovy on the Drums, Elena Rose, Mau Y Ricky, among many others.
As the home to 10K Projects, Asylum, Atlantic Music Group, East West, FFRR, Fueled by Ramen, Nonesuch, Parlophone, Rhino, Roadrunner, Sire, Warner Records, Warner Classics, and several other of the world’s premier recording labels, Warner Music Group champions emerging artists and global superstars alike. And our renowned publishing company, Warner Chappell Music, represents genre-spanning songwriters and producers through a catalogue of more than one million copyrights worldwide. Warner Music Group is also home to ADA, which supports the independent community, as well as artist services division WMX. In addition, WMG counts film and television storytelling powerhouse Warner Music Entertainment among its many brands.
Together, we areWarner Music Group: Independent Minds. Major Sound.
Love this job and want to apply?
Click the “Apply” link at the top of the page, or apply directly with your LinkedIn. Applying with LinkedIn will import all of the information you put in your profile, but will still allow you to upload a resume and cover letter.
Don’t be discouraged if you don’t hear from us right away. We’re taking our time to review all resumes, and to find the best people for WMG.
Thanks for your interest in working for WMG. We love it here, and think you will, too.
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This position requires a minimum of four days per week in the office. We value in-office collaboration and believe it's essential for talent development and fostering strong working relationships.
Warner Music Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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