Analyst, Intellectual Property

Company Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Job Description

Role Purpose:

The Analyst, Intellectual Property, is part of the larger IP Global Protection team. The Global IP Protection team is a group of legal professionals dedicated to protecting NBCUniversal’s creative content and brands from commercial-scale copyright infringement and counterfeiting. This position will serve as a key analyst within NBCU’s global enforcement program, providing research, reporting, and operational support across content, brands, and business units. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented professional who brings strong analytical and organizational skills to their work, along with an attentive and communicative approach. The role will report directly to the Sr. Counsel, Intellectual Property. 

Here you can:

• Research and analyze agreements for enforcement rights information and trademark administration
• Support NBCUniversal’s trademark enforcement and anti-counterfeiting programs by conducting trademark registration searches and identifying enforceable marks as needed
• Support IP operations by maintaining and updating internal database of distribution, copyright, title, and property ownership rights information
• Maintain and update external title management databases in support of trade and industry programs
• Collaborate with larger legal and operations teams to enhance global IP protection program by sharing research-based findings
• Prepare reports and assist with team projects and new initiatives as needed

Qualifications

Here you'll need:

• 3+ years in a professional office environment, preferably within a legal setting
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Desired Characteristics:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Excellent research and analytical skills
• Ability to effectively prioritize high-volume workload
• Highly detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as a team player
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated curiosity in intellectual property matters or related legal field

This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the Universal City, CA office a minimum of four days per week.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.

Salary range: $65,000 - $85,000

Additional Information

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.

NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

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 AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.