NBCUniversal Media, LLC

Manager, Contracts

NBCUniversal Media, LLC • $90K — $100K *
Media
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in business affairs or contract administration in entertainment.
  • Extensive experience in legal document drafting and analysis.
  • Proven team leadership and people management capabilities.
  • Proficient with online tools and adaptable to new technologies.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the drafting and negotiation of television licensing contracts.
  • Prepare legal documents such as license agreements and deal memos.
  • Identify and resolve complex business and legal issues with internal teams.
  • Mentor and manage the Contracts Specialist team for professional growth.
  • Drive improvements in contract administration processes and workflows.
  • Participate in special projects as assigned by management.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Paid leave and tuition reimbursement options.
  • Access to a variety of employee discounts and perks.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Overview:

The Manager, Contracts provides support to the VP, Business and Legal Affairs - Global TV Distribution Business & Legal Affairs and is responsible for handling television license agreements and other business administration tasks as set out below.

Here you can:
  • Lead the drafting, review, negotiation, and administration of contracts, primarily related to the licensing of film and television content for global television and digital/new media partners. Manage agreements across various distribution channels such as free, basic, and pay television, as well as SVOD, PPV/VOD, EST, and other emerging media, utilizing the in-house contract management system (SAFE).
  • Prepare and oversee the preparation of short form license agreements, deal memos, amendments and any other legal documents as needed.
  • Identify, research, and help resolve complex business and legal issues, including matters involving contract interpretation, rights, and obligations. Serve as a key business partner and resource to sales, marketing, technology, and administrative teams by providing timely guidance and ongoing contract and legal support.
  • Manage, mentor, and develop the Contracts Specialist team, providing training, guidance and performance oversight while ensuring consistent application of departmental processes, contract standards, and best practices.
  • Drive improvements to contract administration processes, workflows, and systems to enhance efficiency, scalability, accuracy, and cross-functional collaboration.
  • Lead and participate in special projects and perform other related duties as assigned by management.

The responsibilities associated with this position are not limited to the above descriptions and may be modified at any time by the Department or NBCUniversal.

Qualifications

Here you'll need:
  • 5+ years of professional experience performing similar responsibilities, preferably with experience in Business Affairs, Legal Affairs, or Contract Administration within a movie studio, production company, or other entertainment organization.
  • Extensive experience drafting, reviewing, interpreting, and analyzing legal documents, with strong judgment and attention to detail.
  • Demonstrated leadership and people-management experience, including supervising, mentoring, training, and developing team members while effectively managing priorities and workflows.
  • Proficiency working with a variety of online tools and databases, with the ability to learn and implement new technologies and processes as needed.

What we'll look for:
  • Exceptional organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, shifting deadlines, and a high volume of work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, take ownership of projects, and proactively identify and resolve issues.
  • Previous experience in international licensing and distribution of entertainment product is a plus.

Hybrid: This position currently has a hybrid schedule, which requires contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.

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: $90,000 - $100,000 (bonus eligible).

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.

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About NBCUniversal Media, LLC

NBCUniversal Media, LLC is a media and entertainment company that operates a variety of businesses, including television networks, film studios, and theme parks. The company was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in New York, New York. NBCUniversal's television networks include NBC, Telemundo, and USA Network, among others. The company's film studios produce and distribute movies under the Universal Pictures brand. NBCUniversal also operates theme parks in the United States and Japan. The company is committed to producing high-quality content and delivering it to audiences around the world.
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