Sr. Manager, Sr. Corporate Counsel, Media & Entertainment

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Get to know The Pokémon Company International

The Pokémon Company International manages the Pokémon property outside of Asia and is responsible for brand management, licensing and marketing, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, the animated TV series, home entertainment, and the official Pokémon website. Pokémon was launched in Japan in 1996 and today is one of the most popular children’s entertainment properties in the world.

Learn more online at corporate.pokemon.com and pokemon.com .

Job Title: Sr. Manager, Sr. Corporate Counsel, Media & Entertainment

Job Summary: The Legal department at The Pokémon Company International is looking for a managing attorney with extensive entertainment licensing experience to lead legal support for Pokémon’s expanding media business. This person will partner closely with Pokémon’s media production, media sales, business affairs and music administration teams to lead strategic licensing negotiations, provide support for media production projects, and advise internal clients regarding a broad range of legal, contractual and business issues.

The Sr. Manager, Sr. Corporate Counsel will manage a small team and be accountable for people development and performance.

FLSA Classification (US Only): Exempt

People Manager: Yes

What you’ll do

• Lead, develop and support a high performing team of legal professionals dedicated to TPCi’s media.
• Lead negotiations for outbound licensing of Pokémon animated films and series with domestic and international broadcast and video-on-demand (VOD) partners.
• Serve as primary production counsel to The Pokémon Company International’s (TPCi) in-house media production team.
• Work closely with the Chief Legal Officer and TPCi’s media and business development senior leaders to support global media initiatives.
• Structure, draft and negotiate a wide variety of entertainment production and licensing agreements.
• Work closely with TPCi’s music administration and Intellectual Property (IP) Clearance teams to holistically advise on IP rights and licensing strategy.
• Contribute to the creation and maintenance of contract templates, policies, and playbooks for in-house media production, and streamline business and legal processes.

What you’ll bring

• Ten+ years or more of post-qualification professional experience.
• Five (5) or more years of experience working in media and entertainment.
• Two (2) or more years of demonstrated ability building, developing and leading high-performing teams through mentorship, coaching, and growth-focused leadership.
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school or equivalent educational qualification.
• Bar license in good standing in Washington state or another jurisdiction is required. If not currently admitted to practice in Washington, qualified to seek admission to practice in Washington and successfully register with the Washington State Bar upon hire.
• Exceptional drafting, negotiation, communication (written and verbal), and

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omers: Listens and understands the interests and needs of our customers and stakeholders, making them feel heard and important, and embracing these learnings to continue delivering a unique Pokémon experience.

What to expect

• An innovative culture driven by impact, delivering meaningful outcomes.
• Company events that celebrate the spirit of Pokémon.
• Competitive cash-based compensation programs.
• 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums for you.
• Generous paid family leave.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Employer-paid long and short-term income protection insurance.
• US Employees: 401k Employer Matching.
• UK/IRE/MX Employees: Pension Employer Contributions.
• Fitness reimbursement.
• Commuter benefit.
• LinkedIn learning.
• Comprehensive relocation package for certain roles.
• Hybrid work environment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this role. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. For roles in the United Kingdom, candidates will need the right to work. In some cases, and for some roles, the Company may be able to arrange a visa. For roles in Ireland, this role requires candidates to have the right to live and work in the Republic of Ireland. However, we welcome applications from all nationalities and may consider supporting an employment permit application, in appropriate and suitable cases.

The Pokémon Company International is committed to the inclusion of all qualified applicants for consideration in our job application process. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview, or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at accommodationrequest_ta@pokemon.com .