Business Affairs Executive

This is a Full Time Job

UTA seeks an experienced and strategic Business Affairs Executive for our UTA Creators division. The position will review and negotiate deals and terms for top digital talent (e.g., social media-oriented personalities, creators, and publishers) and major global brands. This role combines sharp legal acumen with strong business judgment. The ideal candidate will navigate complex deal-making, protect intellectual property, and foster sustainable growth in a fast-changing digital landscape.

What You Will Do
• Negotiate, and manage high-volume talent, brand partnership, and content licensing agreements for major global brands and top digital talent
• Prepare and facilitate representation agreements and related documents
• Advise executive management team on business and legal matters, including contract interpretation, intellectual property rights, compliance, and risk mitigation
• Collaborate with UTA’s Business Affairs team, internal departments, and external counsel to resolve complex deal points while balancing legal protections with creative and commercial priorities
• Streamline brand agreement templates and standardize negotiation processes, improving team efficiency, deal turnaround, and quarterly deal volume
• Implement contract systems and operational workflows to enhance visibility, accountability, and cross-department collaboration
• Maintain strong relationships with brand partners, platforms, and production companies to optimize deal opportunities and support revenue growth
• Stay current on emerging digital, entertainment, and media regulations impacting the creator economy.

What You Will Need
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited University or College
• J.D. from an accredited law school with admission to the California Bar
• 3 years of relevant business and/or legal affairs experience working within digital media, entertainment, or talent management sectors.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and organizational skills, as well as excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to develop highly effective and productive working relationships externally and internally throughout UTA
• Impeccable ethics, judgment and adherence to confidentiality obligations
• Ability to anticipate needs and execute time-sensitive matters in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to thrive in team-oriented and autonomous working environments
• Proficient in Microsoft office products (Outlook, Work, Excel)
• Strategic thinker with practical business sensibilities and creative problem-solving abilities.