Senior Legal Counsel, Commercial

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Nielsen seeks to hire a talented, enthusiastic and business-oriented lawyer to join the Legal Department as Senior Counsel supporting Nielsen’s Audience Measurement business. The successful candidate will work on product, alliance, supplier and commercial sales agreements (including master service agreements, statements of work, etc.) relating to data and information, licensing, technology, market research, and software services at the forefront of the evolving media landscape and will advise our product, data, technology and commercial teams.

The ideal candidate is a reliable problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes a rigorous, detail-oriented approach to matters, and offers thoughtful, practical solutions that accommodate business needs and legal risks. Nielsen is seeking a good communicator comfortable engaging with internal and external clients to identify key issues and resolve matters. The Senior Counsel will work in a collaborative culture advising teams regarding compliance with contracts, licenses and regulatory requirements, and basic data privacy, and will draft, review and negotiate agreements with networks, publishers, digital/social media companies, data suppliers, and service/equipment providers. This role provides an opportunity to make an impact on the media and advertising industry at an exciting and transformative time.

Nielsen is a remote first company however, candidates will have the option to work in-office/hybrid in New York if residing currently in a commutable distance. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, negotiate and manage commercial contracts, including inbound and outbound licenses, master services agreements, statements of work, data supplier and integration agreements, technology services agreements, supplier agreements, NDAs, etc..
• Provide legal support for product development, distribution and sales using an ability to understand, interpret and translate legal, business and technical concepts to provide opinions on legal risk and ensure appropriate contractual terms.
• Provide practical and business-oriented legal advice and contract interpretation to internal business teams.
• Develop and implement legal templates, playbooks, and best practices to streamline contract processes and enhance efficiency.
• Manage and resolve contract disputes and provide support for litigation matters as needed.
• Assist in the development and delivery of legal training to internal stakeholders.

• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience including experience in digital media, digital advertising, ad tech, data analytics or technology practice at a law firm and/or in-house.
• Experience negotiating complex contracts regarding online media, consumer and other data, market research, data products and/or software, and experience with commercial sales agreements involving various compensation structures (e.g., volume-based, royalties, flat fees, tiered pricing).
• Working knowledge of the advertising ecosystem including ad tech transactions and media buying and selling processes and transactions.
• Working knowledge of intellectual property law and data privacy law as it relates to consumer data.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, and Juris Doctor degree.
• Ability to clearly and concisely draft and negotiate complex commercial and product agreements, with minimal supervision.
• Excellent contract drafting skills with precise attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, with the ability to adapt quickly to constructive feedback.

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Holistic Rewards: We are committed to an inclusive benefits package that supports our employees and their families. This includes comprehensive health and wellness plans, a 401(k) with a Nielsen company match, and a generous paid time off policy. Depending on the role, additional benefits may include a company-provided vehicle and/or discretionary incentive/bonus eligibility.

Compensation Transparency: The posted base salary range is a reasonable estimate that  may be adjusted based on the final work location of the selected employee. Individual pay within the range is determined by factors such as experience, training, geography, certifications, and business needs. Beyond base salary, this role may be eligible for bonuses, equity, or other incentives.

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