Why This Job is Featured on The SaaS Jobs
This Legal Counsel role sits at the intersection of subscription software and rights-based content, where product distribution depends on durable licensing frameworks. Within the SaaS ecosystem, that makes the work structurally important: the legal layer is not just risk management, it is part of how a platform can launch features, enter markets, and maintain continuity of supply from rights holders and collecting societies.
For a SaaS career, the value here is repeated exposure to cross-functional decision-making that is typical of scaled platforms. Partnering with Product, Finance, and Business Affairs builds fluency in how commercial terms translate into user-facing functionality and revenue mechanics. The APAC focus also develops an operator’s understanding of multi-jurisdiction execution, a recurring theme for global SaaS companies as they balance standardisation with local regulatory and contractual constraints.
This role tends to suit legal professionals who prefer practical, business-aligned counsel over purely academic analysis, and who enjoy translating complex licensing concepts for non-legal stakeholders. It is a strong match for someone comfortable owning negotiations end-to-end while coordinating across time zones and internal teams, and for candidates interested in platform work where legal decisions directly shape product and market outcomes.
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Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Legal Counsel with strong expertise in music publishing and copyright licensing to join Spotify’s Legal Licensing team. In this role, you’ll partner closely with Business Affairs, Finance, and Product teams to structure, negotiate, and draft complex licensing agreements with CMOs and music publishers. You’ll play a key role in shaping the legal frameworks that govern how musical works are used across Spotify’s service in APAC, helping enable innovation while supporting rights holders and creators.
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What You'll Do
- Provide clear, practical legal advice on music publishing, copyright, and licensing matters across APAC markets
- Structure, draft, and negotiate agreements with music publishers and collective management organizations (CMOs)
- Partner closely with Business Affairs and cross-functional teams to support commercial negotiations and strategic initiatives
- Advise on legal implications of new product features, launches, and business models involving musical works
- Help ensure compliance with contractual obligations, copyright laws, and local regulatory frameworks
- Translate complex legal concepts into clear, actionable guidance for non-legal stakeholders
- Contribute to scalable legal frameworks that support Spotify’s continued growth in the region
Who You Are
- You have a minimum of 6+ years of experience in a law firm and/or in-house legal role with exposure to music publishing or copyright law
- You are experienced in negotiating licensing agreements involving digital services, publishers, and CMOs
- You have a strong understanding of the commercial dynamics of the music industry and digital platforms
- You are comfortable working across multiple jurisdictions, ideally with experience in APAC markets
- You communicate clearly and know how to simplify complex legal topics for a range of audiences
- You can manage multiple priorities and operate independently in a fast-paced environment
- You care about supporting creators and rights holders in an evolving digital ecosystem
- You bring a collaborative, inclusive mindset and align with Spotify’s values
Where You'll be
- This role is based in Singapore or Sydney
- We offer you the flexibility to work where you work best! There will be some in person meetings, but still allows for flexibility to work from home.
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At Spotify, we are passionate about inclusivity and making sure our entire recruitment process is accessible to everyone. We have ways to request reasonable accommodations during the interview process and help assist in what you need. If you need accommodations at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know - we’re here to support you in any way we can.
Spotify transformed music listening forever when we launched in 2008. Our mission is to unlock the potential of human creativity by giving a million creative artists the opportunity to live off their art and billions of fans the chance to enjoy and be passionate about these creators. Everything we do is driven by our love for music and podcasting. Today, we are the world’s most popular audio streaming subscription service.
