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OVERVIEW & RESPONSIBILITIES
The Vice President, Business & Legal Affairs, Gaming & Animation, will provide strategic legal and business support across multiple Paramount Skydance divisions, including Skydance Interactive, New Media, Animation, Sports, Productions, and Information Technology, with a significant focus on Skydance's video game development businesses. This role will partner closely with studio heads, business development, production operations, corporate finance, technology, and IT/security leadership to enable business objectives and ensure legal compliance. The Vice President will serve as a key advisor to division leaders.

Key responsibilities include but not limited to:
-  Structure, draft, and negotiate game development agreements, services agreements, software licenses, SOWs, amendments, and technology contracts and advise senior leaders on legal, regulatory and business matters for various Paramount Skydance business units, including Skydance Interactive, New Media, Animation and Sports.

-  Lead InfoSec and risk reviews for software and technology solutions, including evaluation licenses, EULAs, and open source compliance.

-  Support cross-functional initiatives, including new media projects, technology integration, and strategic partnerships.

-  Counsel on intellectual property, privacy, information security, and compliance issues relevant to media, technology, and entertainment.

-  Collaborate with production, finance, and technology teams to facilitate operational efficiency and risk management.

-  Communicate complex legal topics clearly to internal stakeholders and executive leadership.

-  Lead and mentor legal staff supporting Skydance divisions.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
-  12 years of relevant large law firm and/or media/technology company experience.

-  JD and California Bar membership.

-  In-depth knowledge of gaming, media, entertainment, technology, production operations, and privacy.

-  Strong understanding of transactional law, privacy law, intellectual property, and the media/telecommunications ecosystem.

-  Highly proficient with Microsoft Office, Slack, SharePoint, and legal document management systems.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
-  Deep knowledge of business development and/or IT/security.

-  Skilled at leading concurrent initiatives and collaborating with decision-makers across multiple teams to ensure alignment and operational efficiency.

-  Expertise in conveying complex legal concepts in a clear, actionable manner to business teams and senior leadership.

-  Excellent drafting, negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.

-  Proven experience managing multiple projects and stakeholders across diverse business units.

-  Experience advising senior leadership and cross-functional teams

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Paramount Skydance Corporation (NASDAQ: PSKY) is a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Driven by iconic studios, networks and streaming services, Paramount's portfolio of consumer brands includes CBS, Showtime Networks, Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon, MTV, Comedy Central, BET, Paramount+, and Pluto TV, among others. Paramount delivers the largest share of the U.S. television audience and boasts one of the industry's most important and extensive libraries of TV and film titles. In addition to offering innovative streaming services and digital video products, the company provides powerful capabilities in production, distribution and advertising solutions.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $225,000.00 - 275,000.00. 

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.  The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable,  as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement. This position is bonus eligible.  

• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here: https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits
• Generous paid time off.
• An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount's most dynamic teams.
• Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
• Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
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