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Coordinator - Business & Legal Affairs, UK Scripted Series (9 month FTC)

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Netflix

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Legal
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You need a degree, 2 years of paralegal experience, contract review skills, critical thinking, strong communication, tech-savviness, and knowledge of the UK audiovisual industry.
  • You will manage contracts, track deal terms, assist with document management, support team data needs, draft agreements, and enhance cross-department communication and operational efficiency.

Requirements

  • Undergraduate degree or equivalent desired and at least 2 years paralegal or coordinator experience required
  • Content-related work experience, working in or alongside a business and/or legal affairs department a plus
  • Experience with contract review, an ability to read, understand and distill key terms and an ability to analyse deal data
  • Demonstrates good judgment and strong critical thinking skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to work proactively, independently and reliably under tight schedules in a very fast-paced environment across multiple timezones
  • Ability to work effectively and collaboratively cross-functionally, think practically and be solution-oriented
  • Ability to respond positively to change and be respectful of new ideas
  • High level of organisation, detail orientation and ability to time-manage across multiple deadlines
  • Proven track record of improving team organisation and efficiency
  • A tech savvy individual with strong technical skills and an ability to learn and use a variety of productivity applications and programs quickly
  • Knowledge of UK audiovisual industry landscape
  • Curiosity and willingness to tackle matters outside area of expertise
  • Commitment to embrace and advocate for inclusion
  • Proficiency in English

Responsibilities

  • Contract administration and document management
  • Creating, updating and tracking spreadsheets with deal terms, options, credits, etc. and assisting with timely notifications
  • Managing forms as well as document management systems
  • Summarising and coordinating deliveries for chain of titles
  • Assisting team members with deal data
  • Facilitating and improving cross-functional communication, alignment and collaboration with other departments (including finance, production, delivery and other legal teams)
  • Assisting with drafting of simple agreements e.g. certificates of engagement and day-to-day high volume standard form production contracts
  • Increasing team operational efficiency
  • Maintaining flexibility and openness to take on additional projects as necessary

FAQs

What is the duration of this position?

This is a 9-month fixed-term contract (FTC) for parental leave cover.

What qualifications are required for this role?

An undergraduate degree or equivalent is desired, along with at least 2 years of paralegal or coordinator experience.

Is prior experience in content-related work necessary?

While not mandatory, content-related work experience in or alongside a business and/or legal affairs department is a plus.

What responsibilities will I have in this role?

Responsibilities include contract administration, document management, assisting with deal data, drafting simple agreements, and improving team operational efficiency.

What skills are necessary for success in this position?

Important skills include good judgment, strong critical thinking, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and a high level of organization and detail orientation.

Will I be expected to work independently?

Yes, the role requires the ability to work proactively, independently, and reliably under tight schedules in a fast-paced environment.

Is knowledge of the UK audiovisual industry important for this role?

Yes, knowledge of the UK audiovisual industry landscape is beneficial.

How does Netflix approach diversity and inclusion?

Netflix embraces diversity and inclusion as core values, striving to build stronger teams and providing equal-opportunity employment without discrimination.

What tools or applications should I be familiar with?

A tech-savvy individual with strong technical skills is desired, and the ability to learn and use a variety of productivity applications and programs quickly is important.

Will I be able to take on additional projects?

Yes, maintaining flexibility and openness to take on additional projects as necessary is part of the job.

How is communication emphasized in this role?

The role involves facilitating and improving cross-functional communication and collaboration with various departments, including finance, production, and other legal teams.

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