Jobs in London - Media and Entertainment Partner • Central London

Company: JMC Legal Recruitment

Central London

Join a thriving L500, multi-service law firm in the heart of London that's doubled its size and tripled its turnover in just four years. With revenues soaring from £8 million to £24 million, this firm has attracted top talent from leading City and mid-town firms, boosting their headcount from 45 to over 100. Backed by strong, diverse leadership and a robust financial foundation, the firm has ambitious plans to double again over the next five years, focusing on both headcount and profitability. As a first-generation, 25-year-old firm, they proudly maintain high staff retention, with many lawyers staying well over a decade. This firm invests in cutting-edge technology to simplify life for its fee earners. They reward performance based on merit-no corporate red tape, just competitive compensation that reflects your true worth. Their client roster is equally impressive. In their media and sports practice, they represent Premier League and WSL players, world boxing champions, Olympic and Commonwealth athletes, F1 drivers, top cricketers, professional golfers, major football agencies, international brands, and more. Expect a collegiate, entrepreneurial culture where mentorship, career development, and progression are woven into the firm's ethos-evidenced by a growing cadre of homegrown senior lawyers and partners. The role This firm are seeking to hire a Media and Entertainment Partner to join their thriving office based in the heart of the City of London. You will be joining an established team of three within the media and entertainment department. You will also work closely with the corporate commercial team. The department deals with a mix of both contentious and non contentious work - as such the Head of Department is open to candidates from either side that may complement the department. The Media and Entertainment department is currently thriving and busy. You will work with a broad client base spanning; actors, producers, writers, directors, games creators, content creators and influencers, models, musicians and publishers. The work the department does includes; sponsorship agreements, film financing, reputation management, endorsements and merchandising, contracts, licensing and breach of contract. You will work as part of a dynamic, friendly and heavy hitting team who are all very passionate about media law. You will lead the department with the other partner, as well as mentoring and developing the team you will work on strategy, planning and business development. This role could prove to be a good opportunity for an ambitious senior associate seeking a pathway for career progression, potentially in a top-heavy team. You should be a Media and Entertainment Lawyer with at least 7 years PQE (no limit regarding the amount of experience, and candidates from both a contentious and non-contentious background are encouraged to apply) Salary will be competitive and dependent on your background and experience. This Media and Entertainment Partner role is based with a prestigious and growing L500 based in the City of London. Apply now for immediate consideration or feel free to call for a confidential conversation.