Overview and ResponsibilitiesThis attorney role is part of Paramount Global Publishing's Consumer Products legal team, providing strategic legal counsel to support the launch and ongoing operations of a new publishing imprint that develops franchise‑based and original literary IP across print, digital, and audio platforms.Serve as a strategic legal business partner to the Paramount Publishing team.Negotiate, draft, and review a broad range of publishing agreements, including rights acquisitions, author and illustrator agreements, collaborations, adaptations, licensing, distribution, and vendor/production services agreements.Advise on intellectual property matters related to publishing: copyright ownership, chain‑of‑title, derivative works and exploitation across formats.Initiate and support complex rights negotiations to unlock frozen or restricted rights.Support publishing initiatives inspired by Paramount's iconic brands and franchises, ensuring alignment with franchise management, brand protection and long‑term IP strategy.Provide legal guidance on royalty structures, profit participation, accounting provisions, audit rights, advances and recoupment models typical in the book and digital publishing industries.Collaborate closely with Consumer Products, Franchise, Marketing, Labor Relations and Business Affairs teams to enable timely development, launch and commercialization of publishing projects.Identify and manage legal risks associated with publishing, manufacturing and distributing content, including defamation, privacy, publicity rights, trademark usage and fair use issues.Oversee coordination with outside counsel for specialized publishing or IP matters while maintaining internal ownership of core legal strategy.Support the development and maintenance of legal templates, deal forms and best practices to enable efficient growth of the publishing business.Basic Qualifications4+ years of legal experience, with a combination of law firm and/or in‑house experience preferred.J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to practice law in New York or California.In‑depth knowledge of publishing, media, entertainment, or consumer products businesses, especially publishing industry agreements and customs.Substantial experience negotiating intellectual property‑driven commercial agreements.Working knowledge of guild and labor issues.Additional QualificationsPrior experience in book publishing (print and/or digital), media, entertainment or brand licensing environments preferred.Strong understanding of how publishing content intersects with broader entertainment ecosystems, including film, television, consumer products and digital platforms.Experience advising creative, editorial and business teams in fast‑moving, entrepreneurial environments.Proven ability to balance legal risk with business objectives and provide practical, solutions‑oriented counsel.Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills, with the ability to operate independently while collaborating effectively across functions.Salary & Benefits: Hiring salary range is $139,200.00 – $208,800.00, applicable to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington State, and most other geographies. The successful applicant's starting pay depends on job‑related factors such as geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. Benefits available include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance, PTO, bonus eligibility, and additional benefits as dictated by applicable collective bargaining agreements.Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/veteran. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran status. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation by calling 212.846.5500 or emailing paramountaccommodations@paramount.com.#J-18808-Ljbffr