Corporate Counsel

As a Corporate Counsel at Trailer Park Group, your primary responsibilities will include contract negotiations, regulatory compliance, and risk management across multiple jurisdictions. You'll advise on advertising regulations and intellectual property, manage corporate governance and entity structuring, and develop legal strategies for cross-border transactions, supporting the company's efforts in entertainment marketing and advertising.

To be considered for the Corporate Counsel position at Trailer Park Group, you should have at least 10 years of legal experience, preferably within an entertainment marketing agency or related fields. A strong background in intellectual property, advertising law, contract negotiation, and regulatory compliance is essential, along with being a licensed attorney in the relevant jurisdiction.

At Trailer Park Group, the work environment for a Corporate Counsel is collaborative and dynamic, with opportunities for cross-functional teamwork. You'll work with various departments, including finance, HR, and executive teams, to align legal strategies with business objectives in a fast-paced, high-growth agency atmosphere that values creativity and innovation.

Trailer Park Group is committed to the professional growth of its Corporate Counsel through offerings like the TPG Academy, which features a full suite of learning experiences and development programs. The company encourages continuous education and provides opportunities for legal training, ensuring you stay updated with industry changes and enhance your skillset.

Trailer Park Group offers a robust benefits package for its Corporate Counsel, including unlimited PTO, a 401(k) plan with company match, remote working options, and comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance. Additionally, TPG values employee well-being with maternity/paternity benefits and personal and professional development programs.

In answering this question, emphasize specific examples of contracts you've negotiated, particularly in entertainment or advertising. Highlight your understanding of various contract elements and the outcomes of your efforts, demonstrating your negotiation skills and ability to protect a company's interests.

Discuss your strategies for staying updated on regulatory changes and your approach to advising teams on compliance. Highlight any tools, processes, or training programs you've developed or implemented to foster a culture of compliance within the organization.

Use a specific instance where you faced a complex international legal issue, explaining your thought process, actions taken, and the resolution. Show your skills in handling diverse legal environments and your adaptability to various regulatory frameworks.

Share your methods for prioritizing work, such as using task management tools, categorizing urgent vs. important tasks, and relying on organizational strategies that have proven effective in managing multiple priorities in previous roles.

Articulate how a Corporate Counsel can bridge the gap between legal and other departments by encouraging open communication and ensuring that legal implications are considered in business strategies. Highlight experiences where you successfully facilitated cross-departmental collaboration.

Discuss your experience in managing external legal resources, including how you select outside counsel, monitor their performance, and ensure alignment with company objectives. Illustrate your approach to maintaining budget and efficiency in these relationships.

Mention the resources you utilize, such as legal journals, seminars, webinars, and networking with industry professionals. Highlight your proactive approach to continuous learning and staying on top of relevant legal trends.

Explain your experience in developing and conducting training sessions for employees on compliance matters. Include examples of interactive training methods, materials you’ve created, and how you assess the effectiveness of these programs.

Outline your process for investigating breaches, collaborating with relevant stakeholders, and implementing corrective measures. Discuss the importance of transparency and learning from the experience to improve future compliance.

Share your passion for the entertainment industry and how your background uniquely positions you to make an impact. Reflect on specific moments or roles that have fueled your enthusiasm and commitment to the field.