Manager, Business & Rights, Acquisitions (French Services) (Telework/Hybrid)

CBC/Radio-Canada • Montreal, QC

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

At CBC/Radio-Canada, we create content that informs, entertains and connects Canadians on multiple platforms. Our successes and accomplishments are driven by embodying and upholding values, which include creativity, integrity, inclusiveness and relevance. As Manager, Business & Rights, Acquisitions, you will lead the acquisition of broadcast and streaming rights for Canadian and international programs and podcasts across all Radio-Canada channels and platforms. This is a hybrid role with a mix of in-office and remote work. Work arrangements will be discussed with hiring managers per departmental guidelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in law, business administration or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Minimum three (3) years’ experience negotiating contracts and broadcasting rights.
• Strong understanding of Canada’s French-language broadcasting landscape and industry agreements.
• Exceptional negotiation and analytical skills, with a proven ability to distil complex information.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills with both internal and external stakeholders, combined with a strong ability to resolve disputes and find collaborative solutions.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize workloads effectively and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both official languages (full professional bilingualism is required).

Responsibilities

• Lead negotiations for all business terms (including rights and financial terms) for acquired content, ensuring strict alignment with budgets, programming schedules and the division’s broader distribution strategies.
• Negotiate contracts and ensure rigorous compliance with the Corporation’s ongoing contractual commitments.
• Develop effective negotiation strategies, break complex deadlocks and maintain positive relationships with industry partners and distributors.
• Oversee the accurate entry of acquired rights and usage restrictions into internal management systems, and approve contract-related payments, supported by an administrative team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager