Contracts Specialist

NBC Universal • New York, NY • 21h ago

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('SpinCo') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (https://www.nbcuniversal.com/diversity-equity-inclusion) initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility (https://www.nbcuniversal.com/csr) work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Role Summary:

The NBCUniversal Music Business & Legal Affairs department oversees music matters across the NBCUniversal portfolio, including TV, Filmed Entertainment and Parks & Resorts. Although this position will be primarily dedicated to NBCUniversal's TV & Streaming (including NBC News, NBCUOTS, Sports & Olympics, Late Night & Specials) division, this role may also assist other clients across the business, as needed. The Contract Specialist- Music Business & Legal Affairs role will specifically support the SVP, Music Business & Legal Affairs, other attorneys and professional staff in the department.

Essential Responsibilities:

Under supervision of a senior attorney, negotiate, draft, review and interpret an extensive range of agreements, including, but not limited to, composer, recording talent and producer agreements, soundtrack distribution agreements, and license agreements

Assist with research, creating deal summaries and maintaining and otherwise administering day-to-day contractual and operational matters, including data entry, preparation of letters and memoranda to internal and external clients, presentations to senior-level management, etc.

Provide general risk assessment, advice and support to the business

Generally support the other attorneys and professionals in the department; including special projects and overflow tasks

Basic Requirements:

1+ years experience in a professional role requiring strong analytic and organizational skills and careful attention to detail, as well as a Bachelor's Degree; OR (2) a Juris Doctorate Degree

Superior communication, interpersonal, drafting, analytical and organizational skills

Self-starter, high level of motivation, ability to work independently

Excellent written and verbal skills

Proficient in Outlook Calendar, Contacts

Proficient in Word, PowerPoint and Excel

Desired Characteristics:

Ability to respond quickly and effectively to client concerns, questions and issues

High level of integrity and discretion

Ability to juggle multiple projects and tasks

Ability to work with a large team with varying skill sets and needs

Excellent client service and interpersonal skills

Ability to exercise proper judgment to assess priorities

Resourceful, proactive, assertive, detail-oriented and energetic

Ability to adapt to changing responsibilities and multiple assignments

Ability to work well under pressure and with tight time constraints

Proven ability to make effective decisions and solve problems

Positive attitude; team player

Superior time management and organizational skills

Willingness to learn every aspect of our business and become a highly valued asset

Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page (https://www.nbcunicareers.com/benefits) of the Careers website. Salary range: $62,000 - $75,000

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.

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