Associate Counsel – Chiswick, West London
United International Pictures (UIP) is one of the world’s leading film distribution companies. Jointly owned by Paramount and Universal, it brings many of the most exciting films today to international audiences. Outside of North America, UIP distributes Paramount and Universal films to cinemas in numerous countries across EMEA, Latin America and the Far East, with distribution offices in 16 countries and 3rd party licensees in a further 43. The company also holds non-theatrical rights in all markets outside of North America.
An exciting opportunity has now arisen for a commercially-minded and pragmatic lawyer to join UIP’s legal team, based in Chiswick, West London. You will enjoy an immensely varied workload and good visibility across UIP’s international business, supporting the Director of Legal Affairs on a variety of legal matters arising from corporate, commercial contracts, regulatory, competition, employment, litigation, intellectual property and other legal areas.  
To succeed in this role, you should have a minimum of 1 year’s PQE with a strong grounding in contract and commercial law and excellent communication and drafting skills. The ability to work as both part of a team and on your own initiative will also be key to your success. Previous experience of the media/entertainment industry from either a law firm or in-house perspective would be an advantage.
In return, we are offering you the opportunity to be part of a friendly and supportive team and gain excellent international exposure. 
For further information or to apply, please contact our exclusively retained consultants Nick Creed or Sam Baker at Baker Creed on 020 7871 1560 or email info@bakercreed.co.uk.  All direct or third party applications will be forwarded to Baker Creed for consideration.