Senior Counsel, Global Content Licensing (DTC)

Job Posting Title: Senior Counsel, Global Content Licensing (DTC) Req ID: 10155314 Job Description: About the Role & Team The Legal Department is seeking an experienced attorney to   join the Global Content Licensing team supporting Disney’s direct-to-consumer businesses .    This role will focus   primarily   on   providing   strategic advising with respect to   operation of the Hulu + Live TV service ,   other content licensing   agreements   across Disney’s streaming ecosystem ,   and   performing   due   diligence, with an emphasis on operational excellence and strong cross-functional partnership .   This position offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of media, technology, and entertainment, supporting key distribution   partnerships   and stakeholders across the business. The role is well-suited for an attorney with a strong foundation in content distribution   (specifically, with respect to DMVPDs and/or MVPDs carriage deals)   who is interested in deepening their expertise in a fast-paced environment, with the opportunity to gain exposure to more complex deal work   over time .   The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, collaborative, and comfortable managing a high volume of work while exercising sound legal judgment. This individual will play a key role in supporting ongoing distribution initiatives and contributing to the efficiency and scalability of the legal function.   What You Will Do Conduct contract diligence and summarize key terms, rights, obligations, and restrictions for legal and business audiences Advise internal stakeholders on contractual requirements and legal considerations for live, linear, and distribution-related programming   Assist   in the execution and ongoing management of distribution agreements   and operation of Hulu + Live TV , ensuring alignment with business and legal requirements   Partner   with cross-functional teams to support distribution workflows and improve operational efficiency   Support distribution initiatives for Disney’s direct-to-consumer services, including live events and similar offerings   Exercise independent legal judgment on key initiatives   and draft   recommendation memos for senior legal and business stakeholders   Identify   and escalate key legal considerations, risks, and issues as appropriate   Contribute to the development of best practices, templates, and processes   to    improve   legal support for high-volume distribution work   Basic Qualifications & Skills At least 5 years of legal experience   Experience reviewing, drafting, and negotiating content distribution   agreements across   traditional cable and satellite providers (e.g.,   MVPDs ) ,   new media platforms and /or   digital   MVPDs, and /or   b ackground in a law firm supporting similar clients is strongly preferred   Strong contract interpretation ,   drafting   and analytical   skills, with attention to detail and accuracy   Ability to manage a high volume of work and multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment   Excellent communication   and organizational   skills and ability to effectively partner with cross-functional teams   Sound judgment and ability to   identify   and escalate legal risks as needed   Strong organizational and time management skills   Interest in developing broader deal-making and negotiation skills over time   Education Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent from an accredited law school   Strong academic credentials   Admission to the California State Bar in good standing or willingness and qualification to be Registered In-House Counsel   #CORP_Media #twdcmedia The hiring range for this position in Greater Los Angeles area is $174,600 to $225,800 per year and in New York area is $182,900 to $236,600 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. Job Posting Segment: Legal Job Posting Primary Business: DE TV Legal Primary Job Posting Category: Attorney Employment Type: Full time Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code: Santa Monica, CA, USA Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code: USA - NY - 7 Hudson Square Date Posted: 2026-07-16