Vice President, Business & Legal Affairs (New York or Los Angeles)

Primary Wave Music is the leading independent publisher of iconic and legendary music in the world. The company is home to some of the most iconic songwriters, artists, and record labels across the history of recorded music including Whitney Houston, James Brown, Prince, Bob Marley, Stevie Nicks, Talking Heads, Smokey Robinson, Village People, Crowded House, Burt Bacharach, Ray Charles, The Doors, Stone Temple Pilots, Sun Records, and many more. As a company, we strive for excellence in the pursuit of iconic artists and catalogs that not only reflect great artistry, but impact and influence culture.

Overview: 

Primary Wave’s Business & Legal Affairs team seeks an enthusiastic and experienced attorney to work on industry-leading transactions alongside entrepreneurial, engaged colleagues who are passionate about music and working as a team. The position reports to the Chief Business Affairs Officer & General Counsel, is full-time, and offers a hybrid in-office and remote work schedule.

Qualifications: You should have at least 7 years of transactional entertainment experience (strong law firm and/or label/publisher in-house experience required, preferably with music M&A training), and be someone who:

• is a self-starting quick study, able to work independently
• has strong communication and leadership skills
• is exceptionally detail oriented
• is a practical thinker and creative problem solver
• is flexible and comfortable managing a high volume, diverse workload in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• has strong drafting skills and effectively negotiates complex terms with a high level of professionalism and good judgment
• enjoys working collaboratively with lawyers and non-lawyers alike
• has a deep understanding of the music business, and proficiency in copyright law, music asset rights, and income streams
• is in good standing with the NY or CA bar

 Responsibilities: In this position, you will: 

• Lead significant, time sensitive work on music catalog and related asset acquisitions Participate in potential deal analysis and discussion, including weekly meetings with senior management
  • Draft and negotiate letters of intent
  • Conduct legal due diligence; understand and discuss financial/royalty due diligence matters
  • Oversee outside transaction counsel
  • Review and prepare comments to long form and ancillary transaction documents
  • Reconcile asset data for purchase agreement schedules
  • Assist with related financing statement preparation and filings
  • Coordinate deal closings
  • Educate Primary Wave teams concerning new catalog rights
• Draft and negotiate business arrangements for Primary Wave’s branding, content, digital, marketing, publishing, and talent management divisions, including:
  • licenses involving the names, images, likenesses and trademarks of Primary Wave artists (merchandising and other brand deals), and sponsorship deals
  • content development, producer, and project financing agreements
  • emerging technology licenses
  • publishing administration, option agreements, service loanouts to film and TV studios, sample and interpolation clearances, and songwriting camps
  • talent management agreements
  • consulting agreement

• Manage business & legal affairs tasks for new record releases and marketing campaigns 
• Support brand protection activities in conjunction with outside trademark counsel 
• Conduct catalog rights research 
• Stay current on relevant legal developments and industry trends 
• Accept other related duties as assigned 

Why Primary Wave: 

We strive to maintain the best possible environment for our employees, where we people can learn and grow with the company. We are known for our collaborative, creative environment where each person feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning, and culture. We work with intention to foster inclusivity both within our Primary Wave family and in our communities at large, including through staff retreats, company-wide meetings, social activities, our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Task Force, and our employee Engagement Committee.

We offer exceptional benefits to our employees. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer an excellent career path. We provide one of the best available benefit programs for small businesses, including a healthcare plan, 401(k), long-term and short-term disability, holidays, life insurance, hybrid work schedule, and vacation.

We work to maintain the best possible environment for our employees, where people can learn and grow with the company. We strive to provide a collaborative, creative environment where each person feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning and culture.

The estimated base salary range for this position is $150,000 to $210,000 per year. The actual salary rate offered to candidates will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, years of relevant experience, business needs, and the candidate’s overall qualifications for the position as assessed by Primary Wave. The salary range is subject to change at any time and depends on internal and external factors.

To Apply: 

To tell us about you, please click on the link to complete an application and submit your resume and cover letter. 

Individuals may perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. 

Primary Wave is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

Copyright is a form of legal protection provided by the laws of the United States (Title 17, U.S. Code) to authors of literary, dramatic, musical, artistic, and other works.  The Office of the General Counsel of the US Copyright Office interprets the copyright law.  The General Counsel and Associate Register of Copyrights has the responsibility at the highest level for a wide range of complex tasks related to the administration of the US copyright law.

Open & closing dates:  02/14/2025 to 04/11/2025

Location: Washington, DC

Telework eligible: Yes—as determined by the agency policy.

Salary: $150,160 – $225,700 per year

Pay scale & grade: SL 00

Link to more information and application:
https://www.usajobs.gov/job/831569900

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