Overview

CONCORD IS THE INDEPENDENT, WORLDWIDE LEADER IN THE DEVELOPMENT, ACQUISITION, AND MANAGEMENT OF RECORDED MUSIC, MUSIC PUBLISHING, AND THEATRICAL PERFORMANCE RIGHTS.

With offices in Los Angeles, New York, Nashville, Miami, London, Melbourne, and Berlin, Concord has a diverse and vibrant roster of active recording artists, composers, and songwriters, and a vast and historic catalog of works by some of the most treasured names in music history.

Responsibilities

Position Purpose:

The primary purpose of this position is to provide entity organization, general corporate contract, and corporate governance support to the Business & Legal Affairs Department. Works under direct supervision of the General Counsel and Vice President of Business & Legal Affairs.

Core Responsibilities:

Track and manage entity information, corporate records and corporate contracts
Prepare and review basic legal documents including NDAs, corporate service provider agreements and other independent contractor agreements
Assist with development and implementation of corporate legal policies and templates

Outline of Specific Functions:

Prepare entity organizational documents, including articles of incorporation or dissolution, stock certificates, merger agreements, “doing business as” filings and state qualifications to do business
Provide review and drafting support for basic corporate agreements, including NDAs and service provider agreements; prepare and maintain form NDAs and independent contractor agreements as well as maintain such agreements within contract management database
Work with Vice President to maintain comprehensive entity database to track and store entity information, documents and organization charts
Maintain calendars for annual filings and compliance obligations
Assist with preparation of presentations and summaries regarding Business & Legal Affairs matters for the Board of Directors
Prepare and track written consents and resolutions
Support and track ongoing litigation, mediation and complaints; manage litigation holds
Assist with the development and implementation of corporate legal policies and templates
Assist with preparation of agendas and materials for Business & Legal Affairs department meetings
Perform general legal research as requested
Work with other members of the Business & Legal Affairs team on special projects, diligence, new initiatives, and other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Requirements:

Minimum 3-5 years of general corporate paralegal experience in-house or at a law firm
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; paralegal certification a plus
Self-starter who is proactive and resourceful
Must have superb accuracy, be extremely detail-oriented, complete tasks in accordance with instructions and possess strong follow-up skills
Ability to perform legal and other research efficiently and to summarize results to Business & Legal Affairs team
Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work in a fast-paced, team environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills required, including ability to draft, negotiate and finalize basic legal agreements
Excellent judgement and interpersonal skills, with ability to interface directly and professionally with senior executives, outside counsel and third parties
Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment Must have excellent typing and computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, PowerPoint, Word and Excel
Position will be based in Concord’s Nashville office

*This is a hybrid role requiring 3 days minimum on-site.

At Concord, we offer comprehensive medical and wellness benefits, generous time off, parental leave, charity match, paid time off for volunteering, and other fun company perks. We have beautiful new offices and a culture committed to supporting everyone’s growth and development.

Concord is an equal opportunity employer. We employ, train, compensate and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. We believe that diversity, inclusion and equity is paramount for the creation of music, theater and film that celebrates and empowers all cultures.