Contract Manager, Business Affairs

Description

Are you interested in shaping the future of film? Amazon MGM Studios has an immediate opening for a Contract Manager on the Film Business Affairs team where you will help Amazon MGM deliver innovative content.

The successful candidate in this role will have a strong working knowledge of deal making and relevant terms in the entertainment industry; prior experience working for an entertainment agency, production company, entertainment law firm or film studio; possess the ability to complete high volumes of complex tasks and projects quickly with minimal guidance; react with appropriate urgency to situations and events that require quick response or turnaround; and collaborate effectively with internal teams. The candidate will also have excellent attention to detail and organizational skills. A high level of competence, integrity, and discretion in handling highly confidential information and professionalism in dealing with senior professionals inside and outside the company are key. This position is located in Culver City, California.

Key job responsibilities
• High volume deal and option tracking, including various report and grid maintenance.
• Own corporate approval over development and pre-greenlight spend on various film projects.
• Work cross-functionally with internal production and finance teams and with film production staff to delineate terms and ensure talent payments are made in a timely manner.
• Act as an internal and external point of contact for deal related questions and inquiries.

Basic Qualifications

- Knowledge of the ethical considerations surrounding AI in the legal context, such as confidentiality, accuracy, and bias prevention
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
- Can manage a high volume of requests and competing deadlines
- Can manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
- 3 years of equivalent experience

Preferred Qualifications

- Can use AI for legal research, contract analysis, or document review

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.