Business Affairs Analyst

This is a Full Time Job

Business Affairs Analyst (Platform Distribution)

Location: Bristol, Connecticut, United States; New York, New York, United States

Job Summary:

Disney Platform Distribution Strategy is seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Analyst to join our Business Affairs team. In this role, you will help build the future of video by developing and supporting contractual and business strategies for the Disney Platform Distribution group to advance the media networks, direct-to-consumer and digital transactional businesses. As a Business Affairs Analyst, you will be integral to the creation of key resources and documents that streamline our contractual processes and ensure consistency and compliance across the various businesses. Additionally, the Analyst will analyze distribution contracts; manage contractual and MFN compliance; and participate in evaluating new distribution opportunities. The candidate for this role has demonstrated proficient analytical and communication skills, a strategic mindset and a collaborative spirit.

Job Responsibilities
• Support and participate in negotiations with key partners, including: cable, satellite, telco, digital MVPDs and digital platforms (e.g., Comcast, YouTube, Amazon).
• Collaborate with senior members of the Business Affairs team to establish standard terms and deal structures that can be applied across accounts. Partner with business and legal colleagues to implement best practices and processes in connection with business needs.
• Create and maintain various contractual analyses and summaries across accounts and services. Maintain contractual systems, standards and procedures including MFN analysis and compliance.
• Provide timely and thoughtful contractual advice on potential risks and challenges, and propose practical, responsive solutions.

Basic Qualifications
• 1+ years of related work experience within legal, business affairs, content distribution or a related field.
• Aptitude and enthusiasm for navigating and analyzing contracts and other legal documents to determine detailed contractual ramifications of deal points.
• BA/BS degree in related discipline or equivalent work experience.

Preferred Qualifications
• Understanding of media industry landscape and current competitive trends.
• Prior experience in media strategy or distribution.
• Knowledge of licensing agreements, contract and general corporate legal concepts.
• Experience with contractual analysis and risk assessment, and drafting contractual language.
• JD or paralegal experience.