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NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. 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.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') 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.

The Manager of Business Affairs for the Universal Filmed Entertainment Group is a unique opportunity to be part of a vibrant team supporting the development and production of world-class filmed entertainment.  You will be exposed to sophisticated and top level deal making and mentored by the group with the aim of providing the necessary building blocks to succeed and progress within the department. 

Your primary role and focus as the Manager of Business Affairs for the Universal Filmed Entertainment Group is to provide day to day business affairs services, advice and support for the Business Affairs Department for the Film Group.  Primary responsibilities include:

• Assisting with the negotiation of agreements (including agreements for writers, rights, producers, directors and actors)
• Researching business practices and policies relevant to such deals
• Drafting detailed summaries of deal terms
• Preparing business documents reflecting negotiated deal terms
• Supporting ongoing data management for such deals
• Assisting with implementation of and compliance with agreements and policies
• Analyzing and reviewing rights and chain of title
• As well as working as part of the Business Affairs Department, you will also interface and coordinate with production, physical production, marketing, publicity, tax, insurance, labor relations, corporate legal and music departments to provide advice and information as needed.
• The Manager reports to the Senior Vice President of Business Affairs and will also provide support to the Business Affairs team

• 2+ years of experience in the entertainment industry
• Practical understanding of the film business and its day-to-day functions
• Maintains confidentiality and ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion

Desired Characteristics:

• Juris Doctor (JD) and active member of CA State Bar preferred 
• Willingness to be proactive, take ownership of projects, and be open to new challenges
• Ability to work with multiple business partners
• Familiarity and interest in information management systems and tools
• Proven in depth knowledge and experience in drafting and negotiating motion picture development and production agreements
• Ability to multi-task and think strategically, practically, and creatively when solving problems
• Resilience to working within a complex, fast moving organization

Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, which currently requires contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. Beginning January 5, 2026, hybrid employees will be required to work from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.

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 of the Careers website.

Salary range: $85,000-110,000(bonus eligible).

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.

NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

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 [email protected].