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At Universal Products & Experiences (UP&E), we don’t just create products—we create a universe that fans can hold in their hands, wear, play, read, and experience every day. From Jurassic World’s roaring adventures to the playful charm of Minions and the timeless wonder of Back to the Future, we transform stories into unforgettable moments that spark joy across the globe.

UP&E has grown rapidly while keeping the energy, agility, and inventive spirit of a start‑up. Our mission is bold: to take imagination beyond the screen and into the real world through innovative products, immersive retail moments, and extraordinary theme park destinations. We bring both Universal-owned and third‑party worlds to life across expansive theme park destinations, e‑commerce platforms, live entertainment venues, and global retail partnerships—fueling fandom everywhere it lives. Whether it's iconic toys, fashion collaborations, books, collectibles, lifestyle products, or cutting‑edge video games, we work with world‑class licensees and creators to make our universe tangible.

Here, creativity meets technology, and strategy meets storytelling. We connect design, commercial excellence, and fan passion to deliver experiences that millions cherish—inside the parks and far beyond them. As part of Universal Destinations & Experiences, you’ll join a global team that thrives on collaboration, imagination, and the power of culture‑shaping ideas. Your work will inspire fans, uplift communities, and leave a lasting mark on entertainment history.

We believe in a workplace where every voice matters, every perspective is valued, and every colleague can shine. That’s how we strive to be an employer of choice for talent and a partner of choice for retailers, licensees, and creators who share our passion for world‑class storytelling. If you’re ready to bring imagination to life and create moments that resonate worldwide—your next adventure starts here.

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Universal Products & Experiences is seeking a talented, highly collaborative and experienced in-house commercial lawyer to partner with our Consumer Products businesses across APAC.  As a part of the Business & Legal Affairs team, you will provide legal support and advice to category and creative teams across our Asia Pacific offices and work collaboratively with other legal teams in London and Los Angeles.  The role will also focus on drafting and negotiating contracts related to consumer product licensing agreements, retail/marketing campaigns, design/asset creation and other services arrangements. 

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, negotiate, and manage a high volume of intellectual property licenses, service agreements, and other legal documents related to the licensing, distribution, promotion, and marketing of toys, apparel, books, and consumer goods.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including commercial category management, product development, creative, and finance.
• Act as a key liaison between business stakeholders and internal corporate functions, including tax, compliance, intellectual property/trademark, privacy, and litigation.
• Prepare ad-hoc contracts and legal documents to address evolving business needs.
• Manage legal communications with external partners to facilitate deal closures and resolve outstanding issues efficiently.
• Assist in reviewing, refining, and updating legal templates and agreements as required.
• Take on additional legal and business projects as required.

Basic Requirements:

• Current Australian legal practicing certificate combined with post-qualification experience (PQE) in an in-house legal team or law firm, focusing on commercial matters.
  • Solicitors/lawyers with active practicing certificates from other common-law jurisdictions may be considered if they have significant in-house legal experience within a media company.
• Strong commercial and transactional legal experience, preferably within a global entertainment studio or media & entertainment company and ideally handling inbound and/or outbound licensing agreements.
• Excellent drafting skills with strong attention to detail and able to handle a heavy volume of drafting assignments with accuracy.
• Exceptional time management and organizational abilities, with a proactive and self-motivated approach.
• Proven ability to provide practical, accurate, and timely legal advice.
• A collaborative, reliable, and responsive team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Solid understanding of intellectual property and contract law.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships across departments, geographies, and time zones.

Desired Characteristics :

• Commercially astute with strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Familiarity with legal software and tools such as DocuSign, DMS, and Salesforce.
• Adaptability and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].