Company description:
Publicis Re: Sources is at the core of Publicis Groupe, the world's largest communications company. We are the only full-service, end-to-end shared service organization in the industry, enabling Groupe agencies to do what they do best: innovate and transform for their clients. Formed in 1998 as a small team to service a few Publicis Groupe firms, Publicis Re: Sources has grown to 6,000+ employees in over 55 countries. We provide technology solutions and business services, including finance, accounting, legal, benefits, procurement, tax, real estate, treasury and risk management, information security, and global mobility — supporting 110,000+ employees across the Publicis Groupe network. Our people are at the center of everything we do, bringing curiosity, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence to their work every day. Learn more about Publicis Re: Sources and the Publicis Groupe agencies we support at publicisresources.com.
Overview:
Are you an innovative and talented lawyer looking to join a collaborative in-house team? Are you interested in working on cutting-edge, challenging projects in the sports and cultural marketing space? If so, Re: Sources is looking for someone like you to join its legal team in New York to provide sound legal advice to internal agencies and business units within Publicis Groupe, primarily supporting 160over90. Each day in this role will be different, as this position supports a variety of activities.
Responsibilities:
KEY DELIVERABLES
Contract drafting and negotiations—particularly for a variety of marketing agreements on both the client and vendor side
Acting as the main touchpoint for certain agency account teams
Legal review of agency/advertising/marketing materials and programs
Assisting with litigation matters and disputes
Guiding business teams on day-to-day operational issues and risk allocation
Other various duties expected of a general practitionerGENERAL DUTIES
Negotiate, review, and draft a wide range of complex commercial contracts, including agency, consulting, master services, talent, licensing, creative services, sponsorship, vendor, marketing, digital services, rental, venue, location, and production agreements, as well as statements of work, releases, and waivers
Research and provide concise advice on a wide variety of matters related to marketing and advertising
Work closely and collaboratively with attorneys, paralegals, operations, finance, security, risk, privacy experts, and account teams on a variety of matters, which might include agency law, media buying, creative services, data ownership, data privacy compliance, IP matters, document review, dispute resolution, and internal reporting
Provide legal and best practices training to management and account teams
Make proactive contributions that maximize departmental efficiencies and simplify processes
Maintain awareness and understanding of the latest developments in the law and industry standards as they relate to the agencies, advertising technology, AI, consumer protection, and other related matters
Provide support to senior members of the legal teamCOMPETENCIES
Confidence in working independently while also being able to participate effectively and constructively as a member of a team
Have strong negotiation, drafting, and analytical skills and a high level of business acumen
Ability to collaborate well with a diverse team of stakeholders and departments
Ability to provide training on legal compliance and best practices
Ability to think and write critically
Ability to manage large volume of competing priorities strategically and practically without sacrificing attention to detail
Ability to manage clients with a customer service-oriented approach
Ability to exercise sound judgement and to work efficiently under time pressures and deadlines in a fast‑paced, demanding environment
Comfort with a variety of technology, including advanced Word and Excel skills and, preferably, AI prompting
Must be highly organized, thorough, and comfortable with ambiguity, complexity, and rapid change
Demonstrated ability to evaluate risk, advise various business units of the risks, and exercise sound legal judgment
Excellent interpersonal and written and oral communication skills that will enable interaction with a range of seniority levels and styles in a fast‑paced business environment (including explaining legal concepts to clients and colleagues who may have limited time and/or legal knowledge)
Have an effective solution-oriented, problem-solving approach to legal issues and a strong work ethic
Have an upbeat temperament, dynamic personality, and highly team-oriented approach to work
Qualifications
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
The experience and education qualifications for this position include, but are not limited to the following: JD from an accredited law school
Current membership in good standing of the state bar of New York or another jurisdiction with the ability to register as in‑house counsel in New York state
A minimum of 5 years' experience as an attorney at a national or recognized regional law firm and, preferably, experience as an in‑house attorney in a related field
Experience negotiating, interpreting, and drafting commercial agreements, with experience as the lead attorney
Subject matter expertise in advertising, technology, media, data, and/or privacy is a plusPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Use of computer, speaking on telephone
Writing
Daily carrying laptop and occasional lifting of file boxes
Ability to travelWORK CONDITIONS
Some limited travel may be required
Weekend, evening work (home internet access) as needed
Additional information:
The expected salary range for this role is$150,000.00 - 165,000.00 annually. We are committed to offering competitive compensation, and the final salary will be based on the selected candidate's experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the position. All information provided will be kept confidential in accordance with Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) guidelines. This job description does not state or imply that the duties listed are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and perform any other job‑related duties as requested by any person authorized to provide such instructions or assignments. A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the role that are incidental to the performance of essential job duties. All duties, responsibilities, and requirements are considered essential job functions and may be modified as needed to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) must possess the knowledge, skills, abilities, and aptitudes necessary to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to their own health or safety or that of others. The qualifications listed in this document represent the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the position. This document does not create an employment contract, express or implied, other than employment at will.