Senior Business Affairs & Licensing Lead

JustinBradley

Burbank (CA)

On-site

USD 140,000 - 190,000

Full time

30 hours ago
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Job summary

JustinBradley is seeking a strategic dealmaker in California to lead deal analysis, support complex negotiations, and drive partnerships across content, talent, licensing, distribution, and media rights. The role emphasizes analytical rigor and relationship-driven collaboration with cross-functional teams.

With 5+ years in relevant fields, you will influence talent compensation programs, negotiate multifaceted agreements, and contribute to long-term growth.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of relevant professional experience.
  • 3+ years in Business Affairs, Contracts, Licensing, Rights Management, or related function.
  • Experience supporting complex agreements within media, entertainment, publishing, licensing, or digital products.

Responsibilities

  • Support the negotiation and execution of agreements involving creative talent, content, licensing, distribution, production, and media rights partners.
  • Analyze and structure complex business deals, providing recommendations that align with financial goals and strategic business objectives.
  • Collaborate closely with legal, finance, and executive leadership to develop and implement deal strategies.
  • Evaluate market trends and industry benchmarks to support competitive and innovative contract terms.
  • Administer talent rewards programs, including bonus recommendations and equity-related incentive programs.
  • Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, improve approval processes, and enhance operational efficiency.
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members while fostering a collaborative, high-performing team environment.
  • Support special projects and strategic initiatives as needed.

Skills

Deal analysis
Relationship management
Executive communication
Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Legal Studies, Communications, Entertainment Management

Tools

Tableau
Power BI
Monday.com
Jira

Job description

JustinBradley is seeking a strategic dealmaker in California to lead deal analysis, support complex negotiations, and drive partnerships across content, talent, licensing, distribution, and media rights. The role emphasizes analytical rigor and relationship-driven collaboration with cross-functional teams.

With 5+ years in relevant fields, you will influence talent compensation programs, negotiate multifaceted agreements, and contribute to long-term growth.

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