Film, TV & Theatre Associate (2-4 PQE)

Company: Harbottle & Lewis
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Location: London
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Film, TV & Theatre Associate (2-4 PQE)

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Organising Institution / Firm

Harbottle & Lewis

Rolling Basis (Official)

London, England, United Kingdom

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2 to 4 years post-qualification experience (PQE); Qualified lawyer; Enthusiasm for creative industries; Technically strong and proactive.

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Film, TV & Theatre Associate (2-4 PQE) at Harbottle & Lewis

Harbottle & Lewis, a dynamic law firm specializing in creative industries, is seeking a qualified commercial lawyer to join its Film, Television, and Theatre Group. The role involves providing pragmatic legal advice to a diverse client base ranging from startups to global corporations and streamers.

Key Eligibility Criteria

  • 2 to 4 years of post-qualification experience (PQE).
  • Qualified lawyer with technical strength in commercial law.
  • Demonstrated enthusiasm for the creative industries (film, TV, theatre).
  • Proactive approach to taking ownership of matters and strong team-player attributes.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

  • Drafting and negotiating rights acquisition and development agreements across film, television, and theatre.
  • Advising on chain of title issues.
  • Assisting production companies and SVOD platforms with day‑to‑day production matters, including cast/crew and location agreements.
  • Handling financing and structuring work for production companies and financiers.
  • Advising on distribution, licensing, and exploitation arrangements for film, TV, stage, and live events.

Stipend & Compensation

Not specified in the source document.

Location: London, England, United Kingdom

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Posted: October 25th, 2026