Principal Labor Relations Counsel - Original Content, Legal & Studio Affairs

Summary

Posted : Jun 7, 2024

Weekly Hours : 40

Role Number : 200553858

Apple's Original Content Legal group is responsible for the full range of legal work for the acquisition, production, and distribution of television and movies.

We are seeking an exceptional Labor attorney with experience in new media platforms and interest in other emerging technologies.

Description

In this role, you will be responsible for addressing labor issues associated with Apple's original content and ancillary businesses, from managing union and guild relationships to resolving issues on production.

You will need to advise on a time-sensitive and comprehensive manner to various business units. The successful candidate will be a self-starter, diligent and has deep entertainment labor experience who can translate Apple's business objectives and priorities into agreements, and give concise, practical and comprehensive legal advice under tight deadlines.

• 12+ years relevant experience.
• Working knowledge of guild and union agreements in the entertainment industry.
• Experience negotiating collective bargaining agreements with guilds and unions (U.S. and foreign), advising on labor issues for television, movies, HB SVOD and other streaming platforms, and resolving guild and union grievances.
• Extensive knowledge of new media production across different types of programming and experience with new media distribution and other emerging technologies.
• JD or equivalent and admission to at least one US state bar.

Preferred Qualifications

• Outstanding written and oral communication, organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively on cross-functional teams, and able to operate independently.
• Sound judgment, strong interpersonal and client relation skills, and the ability to handle multiple projects under time constraints.
• Must be detail-oriented yet able to assess matters with a big picture / global perspective.

Pay & Benefits

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role.

The base pay range for this role is between $239,200 and $359,300, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs.

Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

You'll also receive benefits including : Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition.

Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.

Note : Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

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Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

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