Senior Legal Counsel

Holborn - London, Leicester Square - London
People & Culture, Legal & Workspace
# R0008476Permanent Employee (Regular)

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Accepting applications until:

21 June 2025

Job Description

Your new role: Senior Legal Counsel - Audio & Commercial Legal

This is an exciting role in Global’s Audio & Commercial Legal Team. You will be the go-to legal advisor for matters relating to the on-boarding of Global’s owned and operated podcasts, high profile presenter engagements, and podcast content monetisation via Global’s industry leading DAX business, playing a key role in helping Global deliver on its strategic objectives.

As a Senior Legal Counsel at Global, you will:

Key Responsibilities

Podcast & Presenter Agreements (60%): Lead legal negotiations, draft and provide advice on contracts with podcast talent, podcast production companies, and radio show presenters (along with navigating related issues and disputes!).
Monetisation & Distribution (25%): Draft and advise on commercial deals for the monetisation of Global’s own/third party podcasts through Global’s DAX platform and other online streaming platforms, digital content distribution and licensing agreements.
General Commercial Legal Support (15%): Support the broader Audio & Commercial Legal Team across supplier, sponsorship, IP, brand and other commercial agreements; manage disputes; develop legal templates; and mentor junior legal colleagues.

What You’ll Love About This Role

1. Think Big: Work with some of the UK’s most prominent podcast and presenter talent, influencing high-profile deals that reach millions.

2. Own It: Act as the go-to legal expert for Global’s podcast, talent, and monetisation strategy — leading complex contracts from concept to close.

3. Keep it Simple: Deliver commercially savvy, clear legal advice to stakeholders across Global.

4. Better Together: Collaborate with senior leadership in Podcasting, Broadcasting & Content, and DAX — becoming a trusted advisor in key business decisions.

What Success Looks Like

In your first few months, you’ll have:

Taken the legal lead on new podcast agreements and high-profile presenter deals.
Supported DAX’s commercial partnerships with timely, strategic legal advice.
Refined existing contract templates and policies to support growth and compliance.
Gained trust as a key legal business partner.

What You’ll Need

Legal Expertise: 8+ years PQE as a solicitor with experience in podcasting, media, talent, IP, digital content distribution, advertising and commercial agreements. Experience in music licensing, technology and digital agreements is preferable, but not essential.
Business Acumen: A commercial mindset with deep understanding of media, entertainment, and digital advertising industries.
Influence & Clarity: Confidence to advise senior stakeholders with clear, pragmatic, and collaborative guidance.
Drive & Versatility: Ability to work in a fast paced environment, juggle complex, manage priorities, and step into unfamiliar legal territory when needed.

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Creating a place we all belong at Global
Just like our media and entertainment platforms are for everyone, so are our workplaces. We know that we can’t possibly serve our diverse audiences without first nurturing and celebrating it in our people and that’s why we work hard to create an inclusive culture for everyone. We believe that diversity will set us apart, so no matter what you look like, where you come from or what your favourite radio station is, we want to hear from you.

We will always seek to make appropriate adjustments to the recruitment process and workplace to be fully inclusive to people with different needs and working styles. If you require us to make any reasonable adjustments for you or to disclose a condition, please email recruitment@global.com

We are Global

At Global, we think big, work hard, and never stand still. We’re the proud home of the best media and entertainment, driven by our talented and passionate people. Our mission? To make everyone’s day brighter—whether it’s our Globallers, our audiences, our partners, or the communities we touch. From creating shows to making headlines, brightening everyone’s day is at the heart of everything we do.

Perks & Rewards

We offer inclusive perks and rewards, so you can get the best out of Global.

Lifestyle
A little extra, for the moments that matter. 25 days holiday with an extra day off to celebrate your Global anniversary, free mortgage advice, purchase up to 5 days additional holiday, enhanced family leave, accessibility leave, and much more.
Health
Put your health first with free Headspace membership for you and a loved one, access to a 24/7 virtual GP, nutrition coach, healthcare, and dental discounts.
Financial
Protection in the important moments. Long sickness insurance, 4x salary protection, cashback benefits, discounted gym memberships,pension, discounted travel insurance, and much more.

How we hire

Got your eye on a role?

Submit application
If one of our roles has caught your eye, the first step is to submit your application. You’ll be asked for a CV, and sometimes a cover letter too. We love nothing more than seeing what you’re passionate about, so portfolios, videos and demos are always a great addition at this stage.
The process
Interview and meet the team
What's next?
After all interviews are completed, we’ll get back to you as quickly as possible. This is usually within a few weeks of applying, and slightly longer for busier roles. If our stars align, our recruitment team will be in touch with the good news! They’ll talk you through the next steps, like signing your contract and the onboarding process. If you’re not successful this time round, it's likely that you’d be great for another position so we would love to keep in touch!

Senior Legal Counsel

Accepting applications until:

Job Description

Creating a place we all belong at Global

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