Believe is a global artist development company. We empower local artists, labels and publishers to grow their audiences at each stage of their careers with expertise, respect, fairness and transparency.
Operating in 50+ countries, with more than 2,000 employees, Believe oCers a full range of services including audience development, publishing, marketing and distribution, with a tailor‑made approach to fit any artist, label or publisher.
Believe champions independence and innovation through a unique model that combines local expertise with a global tech platform, delivering exclusive solutions for artists to promote and monetize their music thanks to strategic partnerships with leading global digital service providers.
With a leading portfolio of brands that includes Nuclear Blast, naïve, TuneCore, GrooveAttack, Sentric, AllPoints and Byond, Believe artists generated more than 800 billion streams worldwide in 2024 across all genres, and were recognized with more than 70 leading industry awards.
Believe is a simplified joint‑stock company under French law.
Ready to set the tone with Believe ?
The Job
The International M&A Corporate Lawyer will be responsible for managing all catalogue acquisition processes within LATAM, ensuring efficient and legally sound execution of transactions.
The role requires strong expertise in intellectual property (IP) laws and M&A transactions, with a focus on supporting the scalability of the business while ensuring adherence to Group legal standards and best practices.
Key Responsibilities
Provide expert legal advice and support throughout all catalogue acquisition processes in LATAM
Draft, negotiate, and review all legal documents related to catalogue acquisitions, including:
Non‑binding offers (NBOs)
Asset Purchase Agreements (APAs) and IP‑related representations and warranties
Ancillary documents and closing documentation
Conduct and oversee legal due diligence processes, independently or in collaboration with external legal advisors, with a strong emphasis on IP and content rights
Support closing and post‑closing activities, including warranty claims and M&A‑related litigation
Collaborate with Central Legal & Business teams to scale the catalogue acquisition business in LATAM
Address and discuss:
Material deviations from existing templates
Potential legal / IP risks and mitigation recommendations, with Central Legal
Develop and maintain local contract templates aligned with local legal requirements to enhance speed, scalability, and cost efficiency while managing risks
Build and maintain up‑to‑date local legal intelligence on IP law and relevant regulatory developments
Qualifications
Master’s degree in Business law with combined expertise in Intellectual Property and M&A
3 to 5 years of experience within law firms and/or as in‑house counsel, with a proven track record of IP/content rights‑related transactions
Strong problem‑solving mindset with appetite for corporate law and transactional dynamics
Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders
Fluency in English (spoken and written) required
Additional Information
Working at Believe means having individual and collective impact in a fast‑growing company!
At all stages of their careers, Believers are an important part of what we are doing: shaping the future of the music industry.
We need teams that truly reflect the diversity of our clients: our international presence is an inspiring and enriching work environment for each one of us, with daily opportunities to connect with our colleagues all over the world.
We have two hearts at Believe – our People and our Artists.
We believe in THE POWER OF OUR PEOPLE, who grow every day to develop their potential… We aim to provide our Believers with the best environment to thrive.
Rock the Job
Tailor‑made training and coaching program
Access to Eutelmed, a digital mental health and well‑being platform that allows you to speak with an experienced psychologist
Contractor role
Sing in Harmony
Ambassador program: an employee volunteering initiative dedicated to all Believers interested in having a positive impact on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI), wellbeing and the planet.
Shaping Together: A Group‑wide event focused on volunteerism and community impact
We are committed to having a workforce that is representative of the community it serves at all levels of the organisation. We, therefore, welcome applications from all backgrounds and all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion and sexual orientation.
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