Job Description

We are UMG, the Universal Music Group. We are the world’s leading music company. In everything we do, we are committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters, and we produce, distribute and promote the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to delight and entertain fans around the world.

Our core values of Authenticity, Boldness, Creativity, Connection, Drive, and Insight are the essence of our people, making UMG a renowned company in the music industry.

As the Paralegal, you will provide legal and administrative support by managing corporate compliance, contracts, and documentation, while ensuring adherence to local regulations and alignment with regional and global policies.

Core Responsibilities:

Corporate Governance & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with local laws and regulations, maintaining all required licenses and corporate filings to support ongoing business operations.
• Oversee and maintain all corporate statutory requirements and documentation
• Ensure the company holds valid and up-to-date licenses to operate within the market
• Coordinate with Regional and Global Offices to align on corporate policies and ensure adherence to Codes of Business Conduct (COBC)

​ Contract & Legal Management

• Lead the governance, administration, and execution of all contractual matters to safeguard the company’s legal and commercial interests.
• Manage and administer all third-party contracts, ensuring compliance and proper documentation
• Oversee contract lifecycle processes, including approvals from Regional or Global Offices
• Ensure all agreements and licenses are accurately recorded and updated in internal systems
• Appoint and manage external legal counsel where required

Documentation & Systems Governance

• Ensure robust documentation practices and system integrity across all legal and corporate records.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and well-organized filing systems for all corporate and legal documents
• Ensure timely updates and compliance across internal platforms and reporting systems

Stakeholder & Cross-Regional Coordination

• Act as a key liaison across local, regional, and global stakeholders to ensure alignment and effective decision-making.
• Coordinate closely with Regional and Global Offices on approvals, policy updates, and compliance matters
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external legal partners and advisors

Core Competencies:

Legal & Regulatory Expertise

• Strong understanding of local corporate and business laws and regulations, with the ability to ensure full compliance and mitigate risk

Contract Management & Governance

• Proven experience in managing end-to-end contract processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and alignment with business objectives

Stakeholder Management & Communication

• Ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including regional/global teams and legal partners

Operational Discipline & Attention to Detail

• High level of accuracy and rigor in managing documentation, systems, and compliance processes

Industry & Market Knowledge

• Familiarity with the local business environment and regulatory landscape, supported by a strong network within the legal community

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law (required)
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in corporate legal, preferably within a multinational environment or reputable law firm specializing in corporate/business law

Interested? Please follow the link to submit your application today!
Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

About us:

Universal Music Group (UMG) is the world leader in music-based entertainment, with a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries.

Featuring the most comprehensive catalog of recordings and songs across every musical genre, UMG identifies and develops artists and produces and distributes the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music in the world. Committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship, UMG fosters the development of services, platforms and business models in order to broaden artistic and commercial opportunities for our artists and create new experiences for fans.

UMG's catalog is marketed through two distinct divisions, Universal Music Enterprises (in the U.S.) and Universal Strategic Marketing (outside the U.S.). UMG also includes Universal Music Publishing Group, one of the industry's premier music publishing operations worldwide and Bravado, the leading provider of consumer, lifestyle and branding services to recording artists and entertainment brands around the world.

Job Category:

Business & Legal Affairs