Senior Manager, Contracts Administration

Summary of Position

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.

Responsibilities

• SAG-AFTRA, ACTRA, UBCP, WGA, WGC) for production entities; prepare related form agreements, schedules, and notices.
• Summarize closed deal terms; prepare certificates of authorship 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 Sales

Qualifications and Skills

• 7+ 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 Canada is 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 Benefits and Perks

• Taking care: competitive health and dental coverage plus dedicated Health Spending Account
• Investment in your future: Group RRSP with employer match
• Grow: Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Be inspired: regular film screenings and opportunity to get involved in industry events

Compensation

$90,000 - $100,000 CAD

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to supporting diversity and inclusion within our work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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