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# Business and Legal Affairs Manager, GSA at The Orchard

- **Company:** The Orchard
- **Location:** Berlin, Germany
- **Posted:** 2026-08-20
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-08
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/theorchard/jobs/8704621002

## Job description

Bei The Orchard ist ab sofort eine Position im Bereich Business and Legal Affairs zu besetzen – an unserem Standort Berlin. Als Volljurist:in unterstützt Du das Tagesgeschäft und die rechtlichen Anforderungen unseres Business- und Legal-Affairs-Teams.

The Orchard ist ein führendes Unternehmen für Musikvertrieb und Artist Services mit Sitz in New York und in 45 Märkten weltweit tätig – im Vertrieb unabhängiger Künstler:innen wie Bad Bunny, Gorillaz und Raye. Mit modernsten Abläufen und einem einzigartigen globalen Team arbeiten wir mit Labels jeder Größe zusammen und machen deren Musik und Videos bei Hunderten von digitalen und physischen Händlern rund um den Globus verfügbar.

Leidenschaft für Musik und die Musikbranche ist ein Muss. Mit Deinem professionellen und souveränen Auftreten baust Du starke Beziehungen zu Kolleg:innen und externen Kund:innen auf und pflegst diese. Dafür schaffen wir ein angenehmes, offenes und inspirierendes Umfeld, das Produktivität und Kreativität fördert.

Das Team von The Orchard trifft sich von Montag bis Donnerstag im Büro. Freitags wird in der Regel im Homeoffice gearbeitet.

Was du tun wirst:

- Entwerfen, Verhandeln und Finalisieren von Vertriebsverträgen mit Labels und Künstler:innen.
- Entwerfen, Verhandeln und Finalisieren von Musikverlags- und Merchandising-Verträgen.
- Entwerfen, Verhandeln und Finalisieren von Vertragsänderungen, Abtretungen und Kündigungen nach Bedarf.
- Unterstützung bei Mergers & Acquisitions im deutschen Markt.
- Beratung der Business- und globalen Legal-Teams zu Fragestellungen des deutschen Rechts und der hiesigen Praxis.
- Mitarbeit im globalen Legal-Team, um Stakeholder:innen vor Ort rechtlich zu beraten.
- Mitwirkung bei der Erstellung, Optimierung und Aktualisierung von Standardvertragsmustern.
- Mitverantwortung für die Bearbeitung und Beilegung rechtlicher Ansprüche.

Wer du bist:

- Juristischer Abschluss und 2–4 Jahre Berufserfahrung in einer vergleichbaren Position und Branche.
- Fundierte Kenntnisse des deutschen Musikrechts.
- Erfahrung mit Vertriebsverträgen.
- Ausgezeichnete mündliche und schriftliche Kommunikationsfähigkeiten.
- Ausgezeichnete Fähigkeiten in der Vertragsgestaltung.
- Fundiertes Fachwissen in allen Facetten des Musikgeschäfts.
- Ausgeprägtes Organisationstalent mit der Fähigkeit, eine Vielzahl von Projekten im Blick zu behalten, zu priorisieren und sich auf wechselnde Prioritäten einzustellen.
- Ausgeprägt selbstständige Arbeitsweise und nachweisliche Erfahrung im erfolgreichen Abschluss von Deals.

English Translation:

The Orchard has an immediate opening in Business and Legal Affairs at our Berlin office. As a qualified lawyer, you will support the day-to-day legal needs and requirements of our Business and Legal Affairs team.

The Orchard is a leading music distribution and artist services company headquartered in New York and operating in 45 markets worldwide – distributing music from independent artists including Bad Bunny, Gorillaz, and Raye. With cutting-edge operations and an unparalleled global team, we partner with labels of all sizes to make their music and video available across hundreds of digital and physical retailers around the world.

A passion for music and the music industry is a must. Your professional and confident approach will enable you to build and maintain strong relationships with your colleagues and external clients. In turn, we provide a comfortable, social, and engaging environment that encourages productivity and creativity.

What You’ll Do:

- Drafting, negotiating, and finalising label and artist distribution agreements.
- Drafting, negotiating, and finalising music publishing and merchandising agreements.
- Drafting, negotiating, and finalising amendments, assignments, and terminations as needed.
- Assistance with mergers and acquisitions in the German market.
- Advising the business and global legal teams on issues particular to German law and practice.
- Working within the global legal team to provide in-territory legal advice to stakeholders.
- Assisting to create, refine, and update standard contract forms.
- Co-managing legal claim resolution processes.

Who You Are:

- Law Degree and 2-4 years of experience in a similar position and industry.
- Thorough knowledge of German music law.
- Experience with distribution contracts.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent drafting skills.
- Specialised knowledge throughout all facets of the music business.
- Highly organised with an ability to track and prioritise a high volume of projects and adjust to changing priorities.
- Strong autonomous working style with a proven ability to close deals.

## Equal Opportunities

As an active part of a culturally and socially diverse society, Sony Music’s aim is that our workforce is diverse and inclusive. Sony Music is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity.

We employ, retain, promote and otherwise treat all employees and job applicants according to their merit, qualifications, competence and talent. We apply this policy without regard to any individual’s sex, race, religion, origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition or disability.

Privacy Policy

Please click [here](https://www.sonymusic.com/privacy-policy/) to read our privacy policy before beginning the application process as you will need to agree to the terms of the policy before submitting your information.

## About The Orchard

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: The Orchard is a global tech-driven music distribution and services company that empowers independent artists and labels to grow and adapt in the dynamic music industry.
- **Entity Type**: Private (wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment)
- **Headquarters**: New York, New York, USA
- **Founded**: 1997
- **Founders**: Richard Gottehrer, Scott Cohen, and John Hecker

## Core Business
- **Primary industry/industries**: Music distribution, artist and label services, digital marketing, rights management
- **Target customers**: Independent artists, record labels, content owners (B2B focus, serving creators and rights holders)
- **Mission or purpose statement**: "To empower creators to grow and adapt in the dynamic, global industry" – with a commitment to transparency, flexibility, and artist-first values.

## Products & Services
- **Music Distribution**: Global digital and physical distribution of recorded music to streaming platforms, download stores, and retail.
- **Artist & Label Services**: Marketing, promotion, sync licensing, royalty accounting, and data analytics for independent artists and labels.
- **Digital Operations & Channel Strategy**: YouTube channel management, content policy, and monetization optimization.
- **Kids & Family Division**: Specialized distribution and administration for children’s and family content (e.g., Hasbro partnership).
- **Physical Merchandise**: Via subsidiary Kings Road Merch, offering e-commerce and warehouse services for artists.
- **Metal Injection**: An online metal music publication (owned by The Orchard).

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed (subsidiary of Sony Music, which is part of Sony Group Corporation)
- **Key Metric**: Over 500 employees worldwide in 45 cities; vast roster of independent labels and artists across all genres globally.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Sony Music Entertainment (parent company); Hasbro (global administration deal); Above Board (recent acquisition for dance/electronic expansion); Music Business Academy for Africa (talent project partnership).
- **Growth Signals**: Recent acquisition of Above Board (dance/electronic roster); promotion of Tricia Arnold to EVP, Global Artist/Label Services and Sales; expansion of Kids & Family division with Hasbro deal; presence in growing markets like Thailand, Korea, Mexico.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Global Reach**: Presence in 45+ cities worldwide with locally expert teams, enabling tailored market strategies.
- **Tech-Driven Foundation**: Built as a technology-first music company with proprietary tools for distribution, analytics, and rights management.
- **Artist-First Transparency**: Commitment to transparent royalty reporting and flexible partnerships, differentiating from major-label models.
- **Sony Music Backing**: Access to Sony’s resources, network, and industry influence while retaining independent agility.
- **Diverse Roster**: Covers all genres and includes both emerging and established independent acts, plus specialized divisions (kids, metal, dance).

## Strategic Focus
- **Global Expansion**: Strengthening presence in Asia (Thailand, Korea), Latin America (Mexico City), and Africa through partnerships and local hiring.
- **Digital & Channel Growth**: Investing in YouTube channel strategy, content policy, and paid media to maximize artist revenue.
- **Genre Diversification**: Acquiring specialized labels (e.g., Above Board for dance/electronic) and building verticals like Kids & Family.
- **Talent & Culture**: Committed to diversity, equity, and social justice through internal councils (Council for Equity and Progressive Action) and external initiatives.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Emphasis on creativity, tenacity, and passion for music; described as a "global team of diverse individuals united in our love for music."
- **Diversity & Inclusion**: Active Council for Equity and Progressive Action; commitment to racial equity and amplifying underrepresented voices.
- **Growth Opportunities**: 32+ open roles globally across finance, marketing, operations, label management, and technology; promotes internal mobility and "a place to grow."
- **Work Environment**: Hybrid/office depending on location (roles in New York, Los Angeles, London, Berlin, Toronto, Seoul, etc.); some remote college marketing roles.
- **Perks**: Being at the intersection of music and technology; ability to work with independent artists and labels; transparent, artist-first ethos.

## Sources
1. [theorchard.com](https://www.theorchard.com/) – Company overview, mission, values
2. [theorchard.com/careers](https://www.theorchard.com/careers/) – Careers page with values, diversity info
3. [boards.greenhouse.io/theorchard](https://boards.greenhouse.io/theorchard) – Current job listings
4. [theorchard.com/about-us](https://www.theorchard.com/about-us/) – About page
5. [theorchard.com/careers/openings](https://www.theorchard.com/careers/openings/) – Openings page with talent community
6. (Search result) The Orchard Promotes Tricia Arnold – News on executive promotion
7. (Search result) The Orchard Expands Dance and Electronic Music Roster with Acquisition of Above Board – Growth signal
8. (Search result) Hasbro Signs Exclusive Global Administration Deal with Sony Music Publishing – Partnership mention

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