Legal and Business Affairs Associate

3 weeks ago


Newark, United States HarbourView Equity Partners Full time

About HarbourView Equity Partners


Headquartered in Newark, NJ, HarbourView Equity Partners is a multi-strategy, global investment firm focused on esoteric investment opportunities in the entertainment and media space. We focus on equity and equity related investment opportunities that are supported by several factors including long duration revenue streams, resilience to broad economic downturns, and iconic intellectual property that withstands the test of time.


HarbourView is a long-term investor in content with an industrial platform built to protect, optimize and enhance the legacy of premium IP.


At HarbourView, we believe creators deserve a seat at the table, creatively and economically, to own their narrative and maximize value for all.



Our Values

Integrity. We require equity, authenticity, and radical transparency from our people which creates a virtuous circle of trust and enables our best ideas to prevail.

Intellectual Curiosity. We challenge ourselves to defy conventional wisdom, emboldened by the curiosity of an unvarnished eye, allowing us to see opportunities that others do not yet see. We are bold enough to lead and have a track record of being first.

Impact. Our people show up authentically, as they are, from various professional and personal journeys to drive differentiated outcomes for ourselves, our community and our investors. We come together to with a purpose to drive impact with every dollar invested.



The Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Legal Associate to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree and have significant industry experience in the music, media, and entertainment sectors, particularly with a focus on copyrights, music publishing, contracts and agreements. This role demands a superior ability to create, edit and analyze deal documents, ensuring that all investments are protected and optimized for legal compliance and profitability.



What you will do:

o Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts and agreements related to our investments in music, media, and entertainment assets.

o Provide legal advice and support across various aspects of copyright law, music publishing, recorded music, licensing, and intellectual property.

o Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations across different jurisdictions.

o Work closely with the investment, portfolio and compliance teams to assess legal and other risks and devise strategies to mitigate these risks.

o Stay abreast of legal developments in the music, media, and entertainment industries, as well as related areas such as film, video streaming, and subscriber services.

o Assist the MD and external counsel with litigation matters as needed, including dispute resolution and copyright enforcement.

o Liaise with external legal counsel and manage relationships with legal service providers and other partners.



Qualifications:

o Minimum of 2-5 years of legal, copyright and/or contracts management experience, ideally in the music, media, and/or entertainment industry.

o Extensive knowledge of copyright law, music publishing, recorded music and intellectual property issues.

o Demonstrated ability to draft, analyze, and negotiate complex contracts and agreements.

o Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

o Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

o Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.

o Ability to work onsite in Newark, NJ three days per week (generally Tues, Wed, Thurs)

o Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school highly desired.

o Prior experience in Private Equity, Venture Capital or Investment banking a plus.


We are committed to Employment Opportunity without regard for race, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion.



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