Business Affairs Manager
Core
A Business Affairs Manager supporting Partnerships and Influencer teams to shape commercially strong and contractually sound opportunities for clients.
Role type
Mid-level Business Affairs Manager (Commercial & Contracts)
Builds
Partnership, sponsorship, influencer, licensing, and supplier agreements for media and advertising clients
Domain
Media, Advertising, Sponsorship, Influencer Marketing
Required skills
Contract review and negotiation, Commercial judgement, Intellectual property rights, Media rights and content licensing, Risk identification, Relationship building, Contract drafting, Stakeholder management, Project prioritization, Training and coaching
Preferred skills
Influencer contract experience, Agency/broadcaster/publisher background, Legal qualification, Knowledge of relevant regulation
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Partner with Partnerships and Influencer teams from the start of an opportunity to provide commercial and contractual guidance. Review, draft, and negotiate partnership, sponsorship, influencer, licensing, and supplier agreements. Advise teams on intellectual property, talent, influencer, content usage, and licensing rights. Identify contractual and commercial risks and recommend solutions. Build relationships with client teams, media owners, and commercial partners. Create and maintain contractual documentation, statements of work, and approval processes. Share knowledge with colleagues through coaching and training.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC