Deal Operations Coordinator

Primus Software Corporation; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Primus Software Corporation in Newark, NJ seeks a Deal Operations Coordinator to join the Deal Operations Team on a 9-month contract (W2). The role focuses on contract execution, data management, deal implementation, and partner onboarding in a fast-paced media environment.

You will collaborate with Legal, Content Acquisition, Finance and Operations to process contracts, manage trackers, and prepare reports. A BA or equivalent degree and strong Excel skills are required; SQL knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• BA or equivalent degree preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment.
• Excellent communication skills with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Proficiency in MS Office suite, particularly Excel.
• Problem-solving skills and ability to handle straightforward problems/projects.
• Experience with SQL queries is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Legal, Content Acquisition & Development, and Content Operations to facilitate contract execution and deal implementation.
• Identify downstream impacts of new contracts and changes across systems and teams.
• Enter terms in contract database and update internal trackers.
• Ensure processes are followed and identify improvement opportunities.
• Provide reporting to support departmental operational activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

BA or equivalent degree

Tools

MS Office

Excel

SQL

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Deal Operations Coordinator

Duration: 09 Months Contracts (Possible extension) – W2

Location: One Washington Park Newark NJ 07102

Description: Coordinator, Deal Operations

As a key member of the Deal Operations Team, the Coordinator, Deal Operations supports Client's contract execution, data management, deal implementation, and partner onboarding processes. This individual follows established processes to manage changes over contract lifecycle, maintain good working relationships with internal and external partners, and ensures the completeness and accuracy of Client's contract data. They will work within their team on specific workflows, collaborating with others as needed. The ideal candidate will be an avid consumer of media with an interest in books & entertainment, a self-starter with strong analytical skills, and able to thrive in a high-energy entrepreneurial environment.

Primary Responsibilities

Rights & Contract Management

• Work closely with Client's Legal, Content Acquisition & Development, and Content Operations Teams to facilitate contract execution and support deal implementation
• Identify the downstream impacts of new contracts and contract changes at the deal, title, and payment level across relevant systems and teams by following established processes and escalation paths as needed
• Enter terms in client's contract database and update internal trackers
• Ensure existing processes are followed and identify opportunities for improvement

Payment Operations

• Work closely with client’s Finance team to on-board new partners to Client's Financial & Tax systems
• Request upfront & milestone payments and update relevant trackers
• Assist in performing monthly and quarterly reviews by ensuring changes are implemented consistently and correctly

General Support

• Conduct ad-hoc research and analysis
• Respond to inquiries and trouble tickets
• Provide general operational support to the Deal, Production & Localization Operations team
• Participate in data clean-up projects as needed
• Provide reporting to support departmental operational activities

Role Requirements

• B.A. or equivalent degree preferred
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment
• Excellent communication skills to work with a wide variety of people
• Proficiency in MS Office suite, particularly Excel
• Problem-solving skills and ability to handle straightforward problems/projects
• Ability to work collaboratively with peers and across team

Preferred but not Required Qualifications

• Experience in an entertainment, digital media or publishing field and/or experience with contracts/IP licensing
• Working knowledge of database concepts & best practices
• Experience with SQL queries

Company Description

Primus Software Corporation. Primus Software Corporation is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide-range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. We have excellent domain expertise in all verticals. We provide long term solutions with quality as our main focus. To learn more about Primus Software Corporation, please visit our website www.primussoftcom.