Legal Counsel – Franchise / Marketing

WildBrain is a global leader in kids and family entertainment, seeking a Legal Counsel to support their Franchise brand management and marketing teams. The role involves providing proactive legal counsel on marketing campaigns, content creation, and compliance with marketing regulations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted legal partner to the Franchise and marketing teams around marketing campaigns, content creation, promotional events, sponsorships, influencer partnerships, talent engagement, social media activations, giveaways / contests / sweepstakes, and reviewing and drafting the various ancillary agreements to support
• Monitoring marketing regulations, advertising standards and data protection regulations, and translating into practical advice in support of marketing and brand campaigns unique to kids-focused marketing
• Apply sound judgement to manage and resolve time-sensitive escalations quickly and effectively to support the business unit’s ambitious objectives
• Build strong cross-functional relationships with WildBrain’s business units to support brand management and marketing initiatives

Skills

• LLB/JD, and member in good standing of the Law Society of Ontario
• Ideally 1-2 years of industry experience in entertainment/media, marketing and advertising; in-house experience at a global brand is considered an asset
• Proven legal and business judgement to make effective decisions and problem solve
• Positive, professional team player who can work independently, reliably and efficiently
• Proactive, creative, and practical solutions to complex problems
• Excellent drafting, time management and organizational skills to consistently deliver high quality, reliable work while meeting tight timelines
• Curiosity and a desire to take on new and exciting challenges in a rapidly evolving environment

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Retirement savings with company matching
• Comprehensive health and dental coverage, with shared premium costs from day one.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Hybrid work model

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