Manager of Contracts & Documentation - Winnipeg

Aboriginal People's Television Network Incorporated•Edmonton, AB

28d•CA$82,621 - CA$112,603•Onsite

About The Position

As Manager of Contracts and Documentation, you'll oversee the development, negotiation support, drafting, execution, and administration of production agreements from development through delivery. You'll ensure contractual rights are accurately captured and managed, provide expert guidance on production commitments, and lead a team responsible for delivering high-quality contract administration that supports APTN's extensive volume of original programming.

Requirements

Post secondary education in a relevant discipline and 5 years related experience (contract law, entertainment/business affairs law); or equivalent combination of education, experience, and traditional knowledge
Experience executing and managing legal and financial documents
Supervisory or managerial experience
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with an Indigenous organization & knowledge of Indigenous cultural perspectives is an asset

Responsibilities

Reviews and executes original programming legal agreements after the principal terms of the deal are negotiated and finalized
Responds to all general inquiries relating to legal
Advises on and reviews all legally binding commitments related to programming
Participates in the development and implementation of long-term organizational strategic and business plans
Issues notice to producers/distributors when they are in substantial breach of contractual obligations
Develops a comprehensive understanding of the CRTC broadcast license and other industry standard guidelines
Attends interdepartmental working groups to ensure Programming issues are addressed, as required
Drafts legal documents prior to review by APTN’s legal counsel, as needed
Ensures the secure handling and storage of confidential documents
Responsible for human resources related functions including: interviewing, recruiting and training employees, planning, assigning and directing work, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints and resolving problems.