Job Description

We\'re Hiring!

Legal Counsel

Montreal, Toronto

Full-time

Temporarily Remote

WHO WE ARE

SOCAN is a not-for-profit copyright collective dedicated to ensuring music creators receive what they have rightfully earned for the use of their work. SOCAN supports and represents more than 180,000 songwriters, composers, and music publishers. Through licensing, global royalty collection and advocacy, we help creators to keep making the music that entertains, moves, and inspires us.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION, AND ANTI-RACISM

SOCAN thrives with a variety of viewpoints, identities, and backgrounds, and we are committed to anti-racism. Everyone is welcome to apply for our wide range of roles, regardless of gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, race, age, culture, sexual orientation, religious belief, or physical ability. Learn more about SOCAN\'s commitment to .

WHY WORK WITH US?

• Make a difference by supporting and collaborating with a vibrant and creative community
• Enjoy many options for workplace flexibility and work-life balance
• Get involved in the rapidly changing music and copyright space
• Advocate for and empower the creative community

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the General Counsel, the Legal Counsel will be a key member of the Legal Services team and will advise the business on a wide array of matters, including music licensing, tariff setting, member queries, corporate governance and technology agreements. The Legal Counsel will also work closely with external counsel on matters before the courts and the Copyright Board of Canada.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assisting on tariff matters before the Copyright Board
• Participating in SOCAN\'s routine enforcement and major litigation
• Advising on matters relating to copyright and the music industry

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Between 2 and 6 years experience post-call
• Corporate and commercial law experience strongly preferred
• Background in IP law preferred
• Some litigation experience would be an asset

COMPETENCIES

• Strong analytical, drafting and organization skills, as well as excellent communication skills
• Bilingual in French and English strongly preferred
• Knowledge of the Canadian music industry and/or rights management would be an asset

ACCESSIBILITY & ACCOMODATION

SOCAN is committed to providing an inclusive workplace environment that meets the accessibility needs of employees with disabilities. Should you require accommodations please contact us directly at hr@socan.com and we will make the necessary accommodations. Applications submitted to this email address will not be accepted.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

SOCAN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Hiring and other employment decisions at SOCAN are made without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, ancestry, national origin, ethnic origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, sexual orientation, record of offences, marital status, family status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local law, regulation, or ordinance.

If you don\'t see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed on the posting above, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. Research has shown underrepresented groups often only apply when they feel 100% qualified. We are committed to creating a more equitable, inclusive, and diverse company and we strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences to apply.

HOW TO APPLY

If you\'re interested in joining us, we\'d love to hear from you:

Thank you for your interest in our company; we will be in touch with those candidates we wish to interview.

To learn more about SOCAN, go to . You can also follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook (@SOCANmusic/@SOCANmusique).

Other details

• Pay Type Salary

• Montreal, QC, Canada
• Toronto, ON, Canada

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