IP & Media Associate – Boutique Firm

IP Transactions Associate – Entertainment Boutique
Location: New York Office (Remote possibilities)
Experience: 1–3 Years | IP Transactional Focused Practice

An entertainment boutique headquartered in New York is seeking a transactional IP Associate to join its growing team focused on intellectual property and entertainment law. This is a rare opportunity to work with major names across entertainment, tech, publishing, and the arts, all within a truly people-first environment offering long-term growth and flexibility.

About the Firm
This highly regarded team is ranked by top legal directories for its media and entertainment work advises across the full spectrum of IP, licensing, brand collaborations, and platform-based content. Associates are fully client-facing and mentored closely by experienced partners with deep roots in the industry. Notably, no associate has ever lateraled to another firm in its 10-year history.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate agreements involving IP, talent, licensing, and content production

• Vet scripts, podcasts, and publications for legal risk (defamation, privacy, etc.)

• Advise startups, creators, and media platforms on copyright, fair use, and IP strategy

• Support brand campaigns and advertising projects involving influencers and digital media

• Contribute to the firm’s advisory and corporate work with creative and tech clients

Who You Are

• at least a years experience in intellectual property or transactional law (agreements, Licensing, commercial contracts etc)

• Licensed in New York (or eligible to waive in)

• Excellent drafting skills with a pragmatic, solution-oriented mindset

• Strong interest in entertainment, publishing, or tech-related legal work

• Bonus if you’ve worked on matters involving creators, performers, or digital platforms

Why This Firm

• Hybrid structure with true location flexibility – including international work-from-anywhere options

• Close-knit, collegiate environment with genuine mentorship and career ownership

• Associates are trusted from day one to lead client relationships and drive strategy

• Business development is encouraged but never required – the team values great collaborators as much as rainmakers

• Strong track record of alumni moving to top-tier in-house roles – often remaining clients

Compensation
Salary: Boutique-level, competitive based on experience
Bonuses: Discretionary + client origination and participation incentives
Perks: Full suite of benefits; flexible structures available

Interested?
Contact Nick at nick@thepeopleof.co.uk to express interest or learn more.

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