Executive, Business Affairs
2 months ago
The salary range for this role is $125,000 to $135,000 commensurate with experience and skills.
What You Will Do
- Participate in the deal-making process with News Agents across the department, including reviewing and negotiating agreements, identifying and tracking precedent, strategizing and preparing counters, and researching and implementing best practices for the department
- Provide thoughtful guidance to News Agents on business strategy for transactions of varying complexity
- Mentor News support staff in understanding business terms in News deals
- Foster trusted and positive long-term relationships with colleagues across the agency
- Provide high-quality work product in a fast-paced environment to meet the demands of the organization
- Assist in further implementation of effective contract administration and document management processes
What You Will Need
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited University or College
- JD from an accredited law school with admission to the New York or California Bar
- 2+ years of relevant legal experience working for a network (in either business affairs or legal affairs), law firm or talent agency
- Excellent drafting, negotiation, and organizational skills, as well as excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to develop highly effective and productive working relationships externally and internally throughout UTA
- Ability to learn fast and show good judgment
- Impeccable ethics and adherence to confidentiality obligations
- Ability to anticipate needs and execute time-sensitive matters in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to multitask and prioritize efficiently
- Must be detail-oriented
- Must be able to thrive in team-oriented and autonomous working environments
- Proficient in Microsoft office products (Outlook, Work, Excel)
What You Will Get
- Access to the tools, leadership, and resources you will need to create and drive a center of excellence
- The opportunity to do the best work of your career
- Work in an inclusive and diverse company culture Competitive benefits and programs to support your well-being
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About UTA
UTA unites ideas, opportunities, and talent. The company represents some of the world's most iconic, barrier-breaking artists, creators and changemakers—from actors, athletes and musicians to writers, gamers, and digital influencers. One of the most influential companies in global entertainment, UTA's business spans talent representation, content production, as well as strategic advisory and marketing work with some of the world's biggest brands. Affiliated companies include Digital Brand Architects, KLUTCH Sports Group, Curtis Brown Group, and MediaLink. UTA is headquartered in Los Angeles with offices in Atlanta, Chicago, Nashville, New York, and London.
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