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Form of work Sydney, Australia
Legal and Public Policy
THE OPPORTUNITY
Netflix is one of the world’s leading entertainment services with 231 million paid memberships in over 190 countries enjoying TV series, films and games across a wide variety of genres and languages. Members can play, pause and resume watching as much as they want, anytime, anywhere , and can change their plans at any time.
We are seeking an experienced and intellectually curious lawyer to join our Content Legal team in Sydney. As a valued member of the wider ANZ Content team, the successful candidate will be responsible for structuring, negotiating and papering deals, and advising upon and implementing the business and legal frameworks and customs that apply to the acquisition, development, production, marketing and promotion of local content for Netflix’s global streaming service. They will work closely alongside business, creative and marketing/PR partners, as well as producers, talent, agencies and local counsel to execute on Netflix objectives.
The ideal candidate will be adept at building and managing relationships and be comfortable counseling business partners to drive business objectives. They will also be excited and inspired by the Netflix culture, will welcome the opportunity to be part of a fast‐paced organisation and thrive in communicating in a global environment. This is a demanding and fast-paced role that requires curiosity and significant initiative.
REQUIREMENTS
The successful candidate will have demonstrable post-qualification experience advising on intellectual property and other legal issues in the Australian media and entertainment industry. Experience in licensing, production, media financing and/or distribution and practical knowledge of the industry is critical. The position will be based in Sydney, Australia, with periodic travel, including to Netflix’s offices in Singapore and Los Angeles.
The successful candidate will also possess the following:
Curiosity and willingness to tackle matters outside their area of expertise
Strong communication skills (candor, honesty and tact)
Strong analytical (strategic and creative) capabilities and judgment
Ability to work proactively, independently and reliably under tight time frames in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work in a small group, tackle all challenges and take initiative
Ability to work closely with and manage outside counsel
Ability to work effectively and collaboratively cross-functionally, think practically and be solution-oriented
Adaptable negotiation style
Passion for Netflix’s strategy and different cultures
