Lead Counsel - Intellectual Property

Role Overview: You will be joining Pocket FM as an experienced IP Lawyer to safeguard and grow the content assets. Your main responsibilities will include being the central legal advisor for the India content teams, focusing on IP acquisition, protection, commercialization, and dispute management. Your role will involve setting and implementing IP policies, leading enforcement actions, structuring licensing models, advising on commercial agreements, managing the content rights portfolio, and building legal playbooks for various teams. Key Responsibilities: - Lead legal strategy on content acquisition, original IP creation, and monetization with a focus on chain-of-title. - Manage IP enforcement and takedown actions including copyright infringements and piracy across platforms. - Structure licensing and co-ownership models for original and adapted IP. - Advise on various IP aspects of commercial agreements and international syndication. - Build and manage Pocket FM's India content rights portfolio by tracking ownership, duration, geography, and format rights. - Develop legal playbooks for creative, production, and publishing teams. - Cultivate an IP-aware culture by educating internal partners on intellectual property issues. Qualifications Required: - 15 - 20 years of experience in IP law, with a minimum of 5 years in a media or entertainment company, production house, studio, or content platform. - Proven track record of handling takedowns, infringement notices, or litigation related to digital content. - Deep understanding of Indian copyright law, digital media regulations, and content licensing frameworks. - Strong negotiation skills and experience in managing rights and royalties. - Ability to creatively interpret scripts and content from a legal standpoint. - Strong commercial acumen, creative sensitivity, and the ability to balance legal risk with business agility.,