What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Legal Counsel position at The MBS Group, Production Services and Solutions?
COMPANY DESCRIPTION
The MBS Group is the world's largest studio operating and production services company. The MBS Group provides the full range of resources needed for development, management, operational oversight and production services for studios and productions worldwide. It services 30 studios and 500 sound stages across North America, Europe, and the Middle East. These world-class studios are home to some of the industry’s most beloved films and shows. For more information, please visit our website at https://the-mbsgroup.com/.
MBS’s Legal Department supports a high-volume workload across the company’s diverse and expanding studio, equipment, and production-services operations. This role is a key part of MBS’s global media platform.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking a mid-level to senior attorney (3-7 years of experience) to join our Legal Department as Senior Counsel. In this role, you will support legal matters across MBS’s global studio and real estate portfolio, equipment and prop operations, and other core areas of the business. Your responsibilities will include broad commercial transactional work, along with employment, corporate, regulatory, and compliance matters, as well as oversight of litigation.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a broad range of agreements, including service and vendor agreements; real estate leases and licenses; manufacturing, supply, consignment, and purchase/sale agreements; financing and capital lease agreements; revenue-share and partnership agreements; NDAs; equipment and prop rental terms and conditions; master services agreements; and employment and separation agreements.
- Advising on corporate, employment, privacy, compliance and regulatory matters, and partnering with external counsel as needed.
- Managing litigation, including coordination with outside counsel.
- Providing day-to-day legal guidance to executives, business leaders, and operations teams.
- Supporting strategic projects and deals by giving practical legal advice, spotting issues, and assessing risks.
- Overseeing contract lifecycle management, ensuring compliance with internal policies, legal requirements, and best practices while monitoring commercial risk.
Senior Counsel will report directly to the General Counsel and will work closely with external counsel across a range of matters.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- JD degree or equivalent.
- 3–7 years of experience handling sophisticated commercial transactions.
- Ability to work independently and to collaborate effectively with senior management.
- Strong organizational skills; ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines.
- Proactive, self-motivated approach with a commitment to excellence and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Active member in good standing of the California Bar.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with real estate leases and licenses is a plus.
- Experience with commercial agreements in the entertainment industry (e.g., equipment rentals, prop manufacturing) is a plus.
ESTIMATED ANNUAL SALARY RANGE
$175,000-$190,000. The actual salary offered will depend on the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications.
Salary : $175,000 - $190,000