Business Affairs Executive

Responsibilities

• Negotiate commercial deal terms for production companies, IP, and above-the-line talent
• Support drafting and negotiating agreements for writers, producers, and cast
• Communicate status and tradeoffs with Creative, Production, Marketing, Finance, and Legal teams
• Manage high-volume workloads across a global organization and multiple time zones
• Advise senior-level executives through clear risk analysis and cross-departmental collaboration

Requirements

• UK qualified solicitor with a minimum of 3 years PQE
• Experience in the entertainment industry (media law firm, studio, or production company)
• Experience with complex commercial agreements including underlying rights and distribution
• Experience with talent agreements for writers, directors, and actors
• Deep understanding of the UK film and television industry and deal structures
• Experience working with and influencing senior level stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of UK guild structures and requirements
• Experience in streaming deal making
• Deep interest in technology and innovation, specifically AI
• Experience in international markets