Sheer Publishing has an opening for a…

Junior Legal Coordinator

Are you passionate about publishing, legal administration, and operational excellence in the creative industry? Join Sheer Publishing Africa as a Junior Legal Coordinator and play a vital role in managing local and global catalogue rights while fostering collaboration across internal and external stakeholders. The Junior Legal Coordinator will focus on operational efficiency, legal compliance, and strategic alignment within Sheer Publishing Africa, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to achieve common objectives and support the organization’s success.

Key Responsibilities:

– Provide support to the Business Affairs & Legal team.
– Act as the first point of contact for legal queries and direct those enquiries with professionalism and courtesy.
– Review incoming documents and distribute accordingly.
– Schedule meetings and conference calls for the Business Affairs & Legal team
– Assist in obtaining necessary artist and sample clearances
– Assist with processing payments and advise on clearance rights and splits for compilations and synch licenses.
– Coordinate and participate in shared projects with all levels of staff.
– Maintain a detailed and organized information tracking chart.

Qualifications:

– Bachelor’s degree in Law or related field.
– Strong organizational and communication skills.
– Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external partners.
– Familiarity with legal documentation and contract management processes.

Additional Requirements:

– Currently seeking a Coordinator who is very efficient and highly attuned to the smallest of details.
– Strong sense of discretion and confidentiality.
– Ideally have experience in supporting a team within a Business Affairs or music licensing environment.

Why Join Sheer Publishing Africa:

– Opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
– Chance to contribute to the success of a leading publishing company in Africa.
– Access to continuous learning and development opportunities.

If you’re ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role as a Junior Legal Coordinator, apply now and become part of our team dedicated to operational excellence and legal compliance at Sheer Publishing Africa.

Apply by email to careers@sheer.co.za

PLEASE NOTE: Applications close Monday 3 June 2024.