Job Description This position is on the Business & Legal Affairs team responsible for providing business and legal support for Universal Products & Experiences (UP&E). Universal Products & Experiences handles the licensing of NBCU film and television properties for merchandising, publishing, video games, digital and interactive uses, and commercial tie-ins/promotions. This role primarily focuses on rights research and analysis as well as supporting different groups within Universal Products & Experiences with drafting legal agreements.

“What would you say you do here?” Draft and negotiate a variety of above-the-line agreements for animated series, specials, specialty features and short-form content, including rights acquisition agreements and agreements for writers, voice actors, producers, and consultants for DreamWorks Animation Television and Universal Kids Digital Studios projects. Serve as day-to-day legal liaison with senior production staff.

Maintain accurate records of commercial activities involving intellectual property rights (IPRs) – including marketing promotions, merchandise sales – to support enforcement actions and litigation. Coordinate requests from the local business teams; provide IP documentation (e.g. trademark certificates, copyright certificates, chain of titles, etc.), and maintain good records. Maintain databases for litigation/case files, trademark portfolios, evidence of use for IP in daily commercial activities, and the portfolio of authorized online stores.

NBCUniversal is dedicated to fostering a culture grounded in principles of mutual respect. The Fair Employment group is part of the Labor & Employment Department and is comprised of three verticals (Fair Employment Practices & Policies, Fair Employment Training, and Positive Employee Relations), serving as a key, central point of contact to address concerns raised by employees, including complaints of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation; facilitating Respect in the Workplace training; and conducting employee roundtables.

This role sits within the Business & Legal Affairs team for UTAS UK. The Director, BALA (Unscripted) will oversee a broad range of legal and business affairs matters across development, production, compliance, talent and rights for UTAS UK’s unscripted slate - from premium entertainment formats to returning reality franchises and major event specials. The role will partner closely with creative, production management, finance, casting, talent, formats, distribution, and global NBCUniversal business units.

Role Purpose NBCUniversal is dedicated to fostering a culture grounded in principles of mutual respect. The Fair Employment group is part of the Labour & Employment Department and is comprised of three verticals (Fair Employment Practices & Policies, Fair Employment Training, and Positive Employee Relations), serving as a key, central point of contact to address concerns raised by employees, including complaints of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation; facilitating Respect in the Workplace training; and conducting employee roundtables.

NBCUniversal is dedicated to fostering a culture grounded in principles of mutual respect. The Fair Employment group is part of the Labor & Employment Department and is comprised of three verticals (Fair Employment Practices & Policies, Fair Employment Training, and Positive Employee Relations), serving as a key, central point of contact to address concerns raised by employees, including complaints of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation; facilitating Respect in the Workplace training; and conducting employee roundtables.

As a key member of the Fair Employment Practices (FEP) team within the Labor & Employment Department, you’ll play a vital role alongside the LA-based Coordinator, LA-based Sr. Manager, and the NY-based VP of Fair Employment Training Programs to ensure the seamless delivery of training programs that promote respect and inclusion across NBCUniversal. From managing logistics and coordinating with stakeholders to tracking outcomes, your work will directly support our mission to foster a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered.

About Us: NBCUniversal Global TV Distribution is responsible for the licensing and distribution of NBCUniversal product to all forms of television and new media platforms in the U.S., Canada and in over 200 territories internationally.

Role Purpose: NBCUniversal seeks a bright and capable Counsel, Employment Law to provide strategic and practical legal counsel to the Company’s Human Resources professionals and business executives.