<section class="job-section" id="st-companyDescription"><div><p class="googlejobs-paragraph--empty"></p><h2 class="title">Company Description</h2></div><div class="wysiwyg"><p>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 &amp; Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.</p><p>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.</p><p><strong>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. This is a Versant role.</strong></p></div></section><section class="job-section" id="st-jobDescription"><div><p class="googlejobs-paragraph--empty"></p><h2 class="title">Job Description</h2></div><div class="wysiwyg" itemprop="responsibilities"><p><strong><u>Responsibilities</u></strong><strong>:</strong></p><p>The role of Contract Specialist is part of a team responsible for providing business and legal affairs services for scripted and unscripted programming, content acquisitions and live entertainment across Versant’s portfolio of television entertainment networks, including USA Network, Oxygen, E! and SYFY.   </p><p><strong><u>Job Duties</u></strong><strong>: </strong></p><ul><li>Independently draft and review various legal form agreements and correspondence with regard to a range of contractual matters and clients.</li><li>Conduct research and prepare and draft memoranda and summaries on various contractual and legal provisions, rights and intellectual property matters.</li><li>Partner with business executives and colleagues on cross-functional teams and act as a resource to others in the company.</li><li>Identify opportunities for increased efficiencies and collaborations, focusing on developing policies, procedures and best practices across the company and implementing improvements to forms and processes.</li></ul></div></section><section class="job-section" id="st-qualifications"><div><p class="googlejobs-paragraph--empty"></p><h2 class="title">Qualifications</h2></div><div class="wysiwyg" itemprop="qualifications"><ul><li>2+ years of experience as a paralegal in the entertainment industry, preferably with experience in business and/or legal affairs department at a network, major studio or production company.</li><li>Extensive experience in contract management, data entry and document assembly.</li><li>Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Outlook, Excel, and Word) and experience in document management applications.</li><li>An understanding of and demonstrated familiarity with the contracting practices related to the entertainment industry and intellectual property. </li><li>Flexibility/adaptability to manage multiple, wide-ranging matters, conflicting deadlines, and new areas of expertise as business needs change.</li></ul><p><strong><u>Eligibility Requirements</u></strong><strong>: </strong></p><ul><li>Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered.</li><li>Must be willing to work in New York, NY or Los Angeles, CA.</li></ul><p><strong><u>Desired Characteristics:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Strong academic credentials, including Bachelor’s Degree and/or Paralegal Certificate.</li><li>Database and contract management experience.</li><li>Outstanding analytic, communication and organizational skills, including excellent drafting and negotiation skills and attention to detail.</li><li>Ability to effectively and concisely communicate with constituencies both inside and outside the legal function</li><li>Ability to work independently based on general guidance and experience; and ability to handle multiple simultaneous assignments in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Highly collaborative, team-oriented and adaptable in a rapidly changing media environment.</li></ul><p><u><strong>Additional Information: </strong></u></p><ul><li><strong>Hybrid</strong>: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. Subject to change based on Manager discussion or business need.</li><li>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 benefits and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the <a href="#">Benefits page</a> of the Careers website. </li><li><strong>Salary range: $62,000 -$75,000</strong></li></ul></div></section><section class="job-section" id="st-additionalInformation"><div><p class="googlejobs-paragraph--empty"></p><h2 class="title">Additional Information</h2></div><div class="wysiwyg" itemprop="incentives"><p>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.</p><p>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 AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.</p><p>Although you'll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities associated with this job likely will transition to Versant in the future. By joining at this pivotal time, you'll be a part of this exciting company as it takes shape.</p></div></section>

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NBCUniversal

NBCUniversal is a global media and entertainment leader. We seek a full-time Contract Specialist with paralegal experience and strong contract management skills. The candidate will draft, review, and manage legal agreements for our entertainment networks. We offer hybrid work, medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and other benefits.

Contract Specialist, Business and Legal Affairs

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