Film, TV & Theatre Senior Associate

Company: Birchrose Associates
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Location: London
Job Description:

Opportunity for a Senior Associate to join a highly regarded London law firm with a market-leading Media and Entertainment practice.

The firm

Our client is a well-established London-based firm with an exceptional reputation across the media, entertainment and creative industries.

The firm advises a broad range of clients including producers, studios, financiers, investors, production companies, distributors, creators and high-profile industry talent.

The firm is recognised by leading independent legal directories for its expertise in the entertainment sector and is known for its collaborative culture, high-quality work and entrepreneurial approach.

The opportunity

The firm is now seeking a Senior Associate to join its highly regarded Film, Television & Theatre Group as part of its continued growth.

Working alongside recognised industry experts, the new hire will advise on a broad range of rights, production, finance and commercial matters for leading names across the film, television, theatre and live events sectors.

The role will involve:

  • Advising producers on rights-based matters, including creator agreements, rights acquisition and chain of title issues
  • Drafting and negotiating a broad range of commercial agreements across development, finance, production and distribution
  • Providing structuring advice to producers, studios and investors
  • Supporting clients with the day-to-day legal requirements of productions and live projects
  • Advising on general commercial and intellectual property matters within the entertainment sector

Required

  • UK qualified Solicitor with 4 – 9 years’ PQE
  • Strong experience within Film & TV, theatre, live events, media, entertainment or wider commercial/IP practice
  • Experience gained within a recognised private practice firm or relevant in-house environment

Reasons to apply

  • Competitive salary
  • Exposure to high-profile and high-quality work across the creative industries
  • Strong prospects for progression within a growing team
  • Collaborative and entrepreneurial working environment
  • Hybrid working

For a confidential discussion, please get in touch with Emily Donnell for a confidential discussion.

Posted: June 2nd, 2026