Legal Counsel
New York City, New York
Commercial - Legal / US
Full-time Salaried / On-site
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Samba TV tracks streaming and broadcast video across the world with our proprietary data and technology. We are on a mission to fundamentally transform the viewing experience for everyone. Our data enables media companies to connect with audiences for new shows and movies, and enables advertisers to engage viewers and measure reach across all their devices. We have an amazing story with a unique perspective on culture formed by a global footprint of data and AI-driven insights.
Were looking for a sharp, business-oriented attorney with 2-5 years of post-qualification experience to join Samba TVs legal team. This is a high-impact role for a lawyer with strong corporate transactional foundations who wants to work at the intersection of technology, data, and media. Youll be embedded in the business - advising on deals, structuring transactions, and partnering cross-functionally on some of the most interesting challenges in ad tech and measurement.
WHAT YOULL DO
Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of corporate and commercial agreements, including equity and debt financings, M&A transactions, and private placements
Support fundraising and corporate structuring activities - investor communications, due diligence, and closing processes
Partner with Finance and Business Development on strategic transactions and joint ventures
Advise on corporate governance, subsidiary management, and regulatory compliance
Handle commercial contracting across technology licensing, data sharing, and vendor agreements
Help build scalable legal processes and documentation templates
Collaborate with Product, Operations, and Data teams to address legal questions around data use, technology, and innovation
WHO YOU ARE
J.D. from a well-regarded law school and active bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
2-5 years of experience at a top-tier law firm or in-house legal department, focused on corporate law, M&A, capital markets, or PE/VC transactions
Strong command of corporate structures, capitalization, and securities compliance
Proven ability to juggle multiple projects and deliver practical, business-first legal advice under tight deadlines
Excellent drafting, communication, and negotiation skills
Prior exposure to technology, data, or digital media sectors is a strong plus
Collaborative, proactive, and energized by variety - no two days look the same here
WHY SAMBA
Work directly with senior leadership on high-impact deals and strategic transactions
Join a lean, high-trust legal team where your work moves the needle
Competitive compensation, equity, and benefits
$160,000 - $200,000 a year
Samba TV expects to offer a base salary between $160,000 - $200,000 per year for roles to be performed in New York or California; actual base salary offered will depend on various factors, including but not limited to, location, experience, and performance. Base salary is just one component of Samba TV's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include bonuses, short-term incentives, and long-term incentives. In addition, Samba provides health insurance, wellness offerings, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO), and other employee benefits.
Samba TV is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
We strive to empower connection with one another, reflect the communities we serve, and tackle meaningful projects that make a real impact.
Samba TV may collect personal information directly from you, as a job applicant, Samba TV may also receive personal information from third parties, for example, in connection with a background, employment or reference check, in accordance with the applicable law. For further details, please see Sambas Applicant Privacy Policy. For residents of the EU , Samba Inc. is the data controller.
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