A global entertainment organisation is seeking a solicitor to join its in‑house Intellectual Property Enforcement team on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract based in London.

The role will focus on supporting the protection and enforcement of the organisation’s broadcasting and audio‑visual rights internationally. The successful candidate will assist with litigation and strategic initiatives aimed at combatting infringement of valuable media rights.

Our client operates a hybrid working model, offering flexibility to work remotely for part of the week alongside three days of office attendance.

The Role

Working within a specialist legal team, you will support lawyers in implementing enforcement strategies designed to protect the organisation’s audio‑visual and media rights across key international territories.

Responsibilities will include:

• Supporting civil, criminal and administrative enforcement action relating to intellectual property infringement
• Assisting with anti‑piracy initiatives and awareness campaigns in collaboration with internal communications and marketing teams
• Liaising with external counsel, law enforcement bodies and broadcasting partners across multiple jurisdictions
• Supporting engagement with policy makers and regulators to ensure adequate legislative frameworks exist to protect media rights
• Contributing to a broader global enforcement strategy in collaboration with colleagues across international offices
• This role offers the opportunity to work on complex cross‑border IP enforcement matters within a fast‑paced international environment.

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified solicitor (or equivalent) with approximately 5 years’ post‑qualification experience
• Strong academic background and legal training from a recognised law firm or reputable in‑house team
• Solid understanding of intellectual property law
• Experience in litigation or contentious matters, ideally including IP enforcement
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to explain complex legal issues clearly to a range of stakeholders
• A proactive, collaborative and commercially minded approach to problem solving

If this opportunity is of interest, please submit your CV for consideration.