Senior Manager, Contracts Administration (Toronto)

Senior Manager, Contracts Administration (Toronto)

19 Apr
|
Lionsgate
|
Toronto

19 Apr

Lionsgate

Toronto

Senior Manager, Contracts Administration Lionsgate Canada’s Business & Legal Affairs team is actively seeking a Senior Manager, Contracts Administration to fill an existing vacancy on the team. Reporting to the Vice President, Business & Legal Affairs, this role will support the deal-making that powers scripted and unscripted television - from development through production - by drafting, tracking, and administering a high volume of agreements and related processes.We’re seeking a detail-oriented contracts professional who can manage competing deadlines, communicate clearly with stakeholders, and handle sensitive information with discretion.ResponsibilitiesSAG-AFTRA, ACTRA, UBCP, WGC) for production entities; prepare related form agreements, schedules, and notices.Summarize closed deal terms; prepare certificates ofauthorship and certificates of engagement.Draft development and production agreements, primarily using established templates.Manage Errors & Omissions (E&O) insurance applications for multiple productions.Manage Canadian and U.S. copyright registrations.Summarize executed contracts and maintain internal reference charts (e.G., rights, writer/cast deal terms, credit restrictions, and paid advertising summaries).Support the incorporation, ongoing maintenance, and annual dissolution process for production company entities.Provide administrative contract support, including locating documents and coordinating signature processes.Track contract options and key dates, including option purchase agreements, series talent deals, and platform sales.Contribute to special projects and departmental initiatives, as assigned.Collaborate and build strong working relationships with cross-functional partners, including Finance, Development,



Production, and International SalesQualifications and Skills7+ years of Business & Legal Affairs (or equivalent) experience in the entertainment industry.Post-secondary education in media, legal studies, business, or a related field.Strong contract management skills, including reviewing, summarizing, tracking, and maintaining executed agreements.Proven discretion and sound judgment when handling highly sensitive and confidential information.A proactive, solutions-oriented approach and the ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels.Exceptional organization and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and tight deadlines.Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, with strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.Experience drafting agreements and contracts.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).Experience supporting corporate/entity maintenance for production companies is considered an asset.About Lionsgate Canada Lionsgate Canadais a talent-driven leader in entertainment production and distribution, serving Canadian and global audiences with award‑winning content and a massive film and television library. It has a rich legacy of producing high‑quality Canadian content for the domestic market and audiences around the world. From global blockbusters to hidden gems, Lionsgate Canada also distributes fan‑favourite content across a vast catalogue, including a diverse portfolio of Quebec films via Les Films Seville.Our Advantages and PerksTaking care: competitive health and dental coverage plus dedicated Health Spending

📌 Senior Manager, Contracts Administration (Toronto)
🏢 Lionsgate
📍 Toronto

Reply to this offer

Impress this employer describing Your skills and abilities, fill out the form below and leave Your personal touch in the presentation letter.

Subscribe to this job alert:
Enter Your E-mail address to receive the latest job offers for: senior manager, contracts administration (toronto) / toronto
Subscribe to this job alert:
Enter Your E-mail address to receive the latest job offers for: senior manager, contracts administration (toronto) / toronto