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Step into the world of BBC Studios, where every working day is as unique as it is rewarding. A commercial Rights & Business Affairs Executive you will play a crucial role by providing legal expertise, support and strong negotiating skills, it is a unique role that will allow you work on variety of projects and collaborating within teams within the organisation
Job Responsibility:
Offering comprehensive support in drafting, negotiation and contract management for a wide range of productions and development agreements
Advising on issues including contract terms, foreign production shoots and employment of foreign artists, copyright clearance, framework agreements and contributor fees
Ensure the necessary rights are acquired for primary and secondary programme exploitation as required
Work closely and collaboratively with various department and be a trusted advisor to them
Build and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships both internal (including Commissioning, Editorial Policy, other legal and business affairs teams and BBC Studios Distribution) and external parties
Ensure that BBC Studios’ policies and standards are adhered to and translated into compliant deals with a pan-BBC approach
Assist with mitigating legal, contractual and business affairs risk and manage brand and IP protection
Using software as required to manage and produce contractual documentation and ensure accurate and current record keeping
Requirements:
Experience of negotiating contracts
A business-oriented and commercial approach which enables a quick response to market changes
A proven track record of having managed and/or delivered projects to deadlines
Adapt at being able to examine and summarise complex data
An informed and broad interest in broadcasting and media as well as knowledge of current market intelligence and global media trends
Nice to have:
Business affairs experience in the television, radio and/or digital media industry would be an advantage
Legal education or qualifications are not essential but would be an advantage
What we offer:
A flexible 35-hour working week with 26 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) and the option to buy an extra five days
Defined pension (up to 10% employer contributions)
Caring and parenting support, 24/7 remote GP access, life assurance and accident benefit
Career development in a values-led purpose-driven culture