Licensing Legal (IP Clearance) Specialist at Mavin Records

Mavin Records is the brain child of African renowned producer & entrepreneur, the Don Jazzy. Created as a wholly independent music label on the 8th of May, 2012; Mavin Records, immediately captured the world s attention. Mavin is home to Africa's most exciting musical talents with dozens of awards, hit singles, brand endorsement and other numerous achievements.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Licensing Legal (IP Clearance) Specialist

Location: Lagos

Job Overview

• Mavin’s Licensing Legal (IP Clearance) Specialist is responsible for managing and overseeing intellectual property (IP) rights, music licensing, and clearance processes to ensure compliance with legal and industry standards.
• This role demands a legal professional with strong expertise in copyright, licensing agreements, and IP risk mitigation within the entertainment and music industries
• As the Licensing Legal (IP Clearance) Specialist, you will be responsible for handling licensing negotiations, reviewing contracts, and ensuring all content used across Mavin projects is cleared for use.
• You will work closely with legal, A&R, marketing, and business development teams to protect Mavin’s IP assets and facilitate rights acquisitions.

Here’s What You Will Be Doing
IP Clearance & Licensing:

• Review and clear intellectual property rights for music, visuals, and brand-related content.
• Conduct rights assessments to ensure compliance with copyright laws and industry regulations.
• Negotiate and secure licensing agreements for commercial use, sync placements, and collaborations.
• Provide strategic legal advice on licensing deals and rights acquisitions.

Contract Drafting & Negotiation:

• Draft, review, and negotiate licensing agreements, synchronization agreements, and publishing deals.
• Ensure all contracts comply with legal standards and company policies.
• Liaise with external legal teams, rights holders, and industry organizations.

Risk Assessment & Compliance:

• Identify potential legal risks in content usage and provide mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with global intellectual property laws, including copyright and trademark regulations.
• Maintain records of all licensing agreements, rights clearances, and legal correspondences.

Rights Management & Documentation:

• Maintain acomprehensive database of all licensed materials and their usage rights.
• Collaborate with finance teams to ensure royalty payments and licensing fees are processed correctly.
• Advise internal teams on rights limitations and proper attribution of licensed content.

Industry Research & Legal Updates:

• Stay updated with changes in copyright laws, licensing trends, and digital media regulations.
• Provide training sessions on IP rights, licensing best practices, and legal risk management.
• Monitor evolving entertainment and media licensing structures to ensure Mavin remains competitive.

Other Administrative Duties Include:

• Collaborate with internal departments to align licensing strategies with business goals.
• Assist in resolving disputes related to licensing or IP infringement claims.
• Prepare reports on licensing activities, contract negotiations, and legal insights.

Requirements
Bring Your Vibe:

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LL.B), Intellectual Property, or a related field.
• 5+years of experience in music licensing, IP law, or legal affairs within the entertainment industry.
• Strong knowledge of copyright laws, publishing rights, and licensing frameworks.
• Proven track record of negotiating and securing licensing agreements.
• Excellent contract drafting and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills with cross-functional teams.

Just So You Know:

• The company presents this job description as a guide to the major areas and duties for which the jobholder is accountable.
• However, the business operates in an environment that demands change, and the jobholder’s specific responsibilities and activities will vary and develop.
• Therefore, the job description should be indicative and not a permanent, definitive, and exhaustive statement.

Why You Should Be A Mavin

• Join a leading entertainment company with a strong influence on the global stage.
• Workwithtop-tier talent and creative teams, shaping the future of African entertainment.
• Be part of a dynamic and innovative team, with career growth and development opportunities.

Application Closing Date
30th June, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their brief cover letter as ONE MS Word document or PDF to: oluwakemi.adeniyi@mavinrecords.com using the Job Title as te subject of the mail.