State Licensed Senior Counsel

Job Summary

Providing legal counsel on regulatory affairs and corporate transactions, the full-time remote State Licensed Senior Counsel will structure, negotiate, and draft commercial agreements, oversee compliance with FCC regulations, and support mergers and acquisitions activities.

Key responsibilities

• Advise on regulatory and contractual rights related to program distribution and retransmission consent
• Draft and negotiate contracts, including inbound requests and new contract forms for evolving business models
• Monitor FCC compliance requirements and assist in preparing regulatory filings and compliance materials

Required qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and active license to practice law in good standing with at least one state bar (preferred: OH, NY, NJ, or GA)
• Minimum 5 years of experience in technology, regulatory, or intellectual property law, or in a business role focused on program licensing and distribution
• Strong contract drafting skills with experience in licensing and local media distribution
• Familiarity with FCC regulations applicable to broadcast and digital platforms
• Demonstrated experience in federal regulatory compliance requirements, including FCC rules and reporting processes