Legal Counsel

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity for a self‑motivated legal professional to make a meaningful impact in a fast‑changing, creative, and collaborative environment within the global music and entertainment industry. As Legal Counsel you will lead and manage legal matters across Sony Music Middle East, partnering with internal stakeholders to support a wide range of business activities.

Key responsibilities

• Negotiate, draft and review commercial agreements, including licensing, distribution, artist contracts and other key transactions.
• Provide legal guidance during local artist signings and contractual negotiations.
• Lead deal‑making strategies for digital initiatives, concerts, live events, endorsements and sponsorships.
• Develop and maintain standard form agreements and update contractual provisions as business models evolve.
• Oversee internal contract databases and systems for managing artist rights.
• Support corporate restructuring, M&A transactions and related documentation.
• Advise on corporate compliance frameworks, policy implementation and statutory filings.
• Supervise litigation matters and manage external counsel.

Required profile

• 8‑10 years post‑qualification experience in commercial, corporate, IP or M&A matters with deep understanding of UAE commercial law.
• Proven track record in independent contract negotiation, deal closure and litigation management.
• Experience advising senior leadership on legal and commercial risks.
• Background in media, entertainment, digital, technology or consumer‑facing industries is preferred.
• Hands‑on experience maintaining local legal systems, processes and compliance.
• Fluent in Arabic and English.

What we offer

• Join a vibrant global community with a modern office environment.
• Investment in professional growth and development.
• Opportunities to contribute to social impact, diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
• Platform to champion positive change and drive innovation.