Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.
Who We Are…
When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…
From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.
Your New Role
Warner Bros. Discovery is seeking an experienced, motivated, and enthusiastic Sr. Counsel, Legal, Acquisitions LATAM , to join the LATAM Legal group, focusing on content acquisitions for WBD’s streaming services and television networks. This role focuses on negotiating, and drafting agreements for content rights, and partnering with WBD’s business teams to support content initiatives across the LATAM markets.
The successful candidate will have expertise in content acquisition/licensing, a strong commercial acumen, and a pragmatic approach.
Your Role Accountabilities
Act as legal counsel for content acquisitions across WBD’s streaming services and television networks in LATAM, advising on all legal matters related to acquisition and exploitation of content rights, including: Structure, negotiate, and draft high volume of major studio, indie film, television series, kids, and live event content licenses.Update the department’s template agreements.Work closely with LATAM content teams responsible for sourcing content.Collaborate with other internal clients (distribution, marketing, finance, ad-sales, and product) to move key initiatives forward.Establish, maintain and develop relationships with key internal stakeholders and content suppliers.Support other company business initiatives as directed.Qualifications & Experience
Minimum 8 years’ experience. Experience working in media, streaming, or television related business and/or knowledge of business and legal affairs in the entertainment industry, including content acquisition or content licensing, is strongly preferred.Excellent negotiation, drafting and contract analysis skills.Excellent interpersonal skills, including clear and effective communication at junior and senior levels within and outside the company.Ability to handle high volume of work, recognize priorities, and manage time effectively to meet deadlines.Ability to function on an independent basis, with moderate supervision.Ability and flexibility to take on new legal challenges.Strong organizational skills and ability to work well under pressure.Familiarity with LATAM and US market is helpful.Knowledge/experience setting up databases, tables and automated forms is advantageous.Undergraduate degree required.JD degree from an accredited law school required.Active member of California, New York or Florida State Bar in good standing.Fluency in English and Spanish is required.How We Get Things Done…
This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.
Championing Inclusion at WBD
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.