Assistant to Head of Commercial Transactions & Client Services and Counsel, Commercial Transactions & Client Services

Job Description

Who We Are

Creative Artists Agency (CAA) is the leading entertainment and sports agency, with global expertise in filmed and live entertainment, digital media, publishing, sponsorship sales and endorsements, media finance, consumer investing, fashion, trademark licensing, and philanthropy. Distinguished by its culture of collaboration and exceptional client service, CAA’s diverse workforce identifies, innovates, and amplifies opportunities for the people and organizations that shape culture and inspire the world. The trailblazer of the agency business, CAA was the first to build a sports business, create an investment bank, launch a venture fund, found technology start-up companies, establish a philanthropic arm, build a business in China, and form a brand marketing services division, among other innovations. Named Most Valuable Sports Agency by Forbes for eight consecutive years, CAA represents more than 2,000 of the world’s top athletes in football, baseball, basketball, hockey, soccer, in addition to coaches, on-air broadcasters, and sports personalities and works in the areas of broadcast rights, corporate marketing initiatives, social impact, and sports properties for sales and sponsorship opportunities. Founded in 1975, CAA is headquartered in Los Angeles, and has offices in New York, Nashville, Memphis, Chicago, Miami, London, Munich, Geneva, Stockholm, Shanghai, and Beijing, among other locations globally.

The Role

We are seeking an Assistant to support both our Head of Commercial Transactions & Client Services and Counsel, Commercial Transactions & Client Services within the Office of the Chief Legal Officer. The position leads the offices for two highly busy executives and requires someone who will be comfortable working with individuals in a variety of roles both within and outside of the agency.

Responsibilities

• Handle multiple executives

• Handle high-volume scheduling and calls

• Resolve items that can be handled directly by an assistant

• Provide research and documentation on legal matters as needed

• File documents as needed

• Liaise with external attorneys and internal departments

• Review policies and other legal documents as needed

• Redline documents as needed

• Coordinate itineraries and submit monthly expense reports

• Manage own responsibilities with minimal supervision

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred

• 1 or more year of administrative experience preferred

• Excellent research and documentation skills

• Excellent process and follow up skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (including but not limited to professional phone demeanor and thick skin to handle large personalities)

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Word and Excel, as well as Adobe Acrobat Professional (including procurement of e-signatures)

• Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information

Location: This is a hybrid role based out of our Los Angeles, CA office, requiring 4 days on-site.

Compensation: The base hourly rate for this position is in the range of $24 - $30 in Los Angeles. This position is also eligible for benefits and a discretionary bonus. Ultimately, the salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in the role, business sector, and geographic location, among other criteria. Please talk with a CAA Recruiter to learn more.

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Creative Artists Agency, LLC (the “Company”) is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate on the basis of race (inclusive of traits historically associated with race, including hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, creed, gender or sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, family and medical care leave status, military or veteran status, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, an employee’s or their dependent’s reproductive health decision making (e.g., the decision to use or access a particular drug, device or medical service), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

The Company also complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws with regard to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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