Commercial, Rights & Business Affairs Executive EXTEND TALENT POOL

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Commercial Rights & Business Affairs Executive to join their dynamic team. This role involves providing legal expertise and negotiation skills across various projects, ensuring compliance with policies while managing contracts for productions. You'll collaborate with different teams, build relationships, and mitigate legal risks in a vibrant and inclusive environment. With a flexible workweek and generous holiday options, this position offers a great work-life balance and career development opportunities. If you're passionate about media and business affairs, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

26 Days Holiday

Defined Pension Scheme

Discounted Healthcare

Gym Memberships

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in contract negotiation and management.
• Ability to analyze and summarize complex data.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and negotiating contracts for productions.
• Advising on contract terms and copyright clearance.

Skills

Contract Negotiation

Project Management

Data Analysis

Knowledge of Broadcasting Trends

Education

Legal Qualifications

Tools

Contract Management Software

Job description

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Commercial, Rights & Business Affairs Executive EXTEND TALENT POOL, London

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Client:

BBC

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Hospitality

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

2975155da367

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12

Posted:

28.04.2025

Expiry Date:

12.06.2025

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Job Description:

THE ROLE

Join BBC Studios as a Commercial Rights & Business Affairs Executive, where you'll provide legal expertise, support, and negotiation skills across various projects, collaborating within different teams in the organization.

Main Responsibilities:

• Drafting, negotiating, and managing contracts for productions and development agreements.
• Advising on contract terms, foreign productions, employment of foreign artists, copyright clearance, and contributor fees.
• Ensuring rights are acquired for primary and secondary program exploitation.
• Collaborating with various departments and acting as a trusted advisor.
• Building and maintaining relationships internally and externally.
• Ensuring policies and standards are followed and deals are compliant across BBC.
• Mitigating legal, contractual, and IP risks, and managing brand protection.
• Managing contractual documentation and records using appropriate software.

WHAT DOES IT TAKE?

KEY CRITERIA

• Experience in contract negotiation.
• Business-oriented and commercially aware approach.
• Proven ability to manage projects to deadlines.
• Ability to analyze and summarize complex data.
• Interest and knowledge in broadcasting and media trends.

DESIRABLE:

• Experience in business affairs within TV, radio, or digital media.
• Legal qualifications are advantageous but not essential.

LIFE AT BBC STUDIOS

We value how we work as much as what we do. Our values and behaviors are central to our culture. We encourage applications from underrepresented groups and are committed to equality and diversity. More info on our D&I plan can be found.

We prioritize sustainability, aligning with the BBC Group’s Net Zero targets. More details are available on our sustainability initiatives.

WHAT WILL YOU GAIN?

• Flexible 35-hour workweek for better work-life balance.
• 26 days holiday plus an extra day (Corporation Day), with options to buy more.
• Defined pension scheme, discounted healthcare, dental, gym memberships, and more.
• Career development opportunities through courses, workshops, and internal mobility.

PACKAGE DETAILS

Band C, salary between £28,000-£44,000, plus London Weighting Allowance of £5319. Location: London, Television Centre. Contract: Permanent. Hybrid working model.

REASONABLE ADJUSTMENTS

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