Job Description

The Washington Post is seeking a Business Affairs Manager to join its Advertising team. This team supports the custom advertising programs created on behalf of our brand partners. As Business Affairs Manager, you will support the Advertising organization with all aspects of structuring, negotiating and advising on a wide variety of business matters, including legal agreements relating to the development, production, and acquisition of original branded content. The role will have a variety of responsibilities including business term development, negotiation support as well as independent negotiation of smaller-scale vendor and production service agreements, industry research and supporting and advising internal stakeholders on the contents and parameters of our deals. You will also help to ensure all digital insertion orders meet established terms and will work to negotiate in partnership with our Agency teams, Client Partner Teams and Legal teams to find appropriate and complementary terms for the advertiser as well as Washington Post.

Motivation:

You have a fluency in legal terminology and protocolYou are organized, driven, and eager to create new processes to drive business outcomesYou have an aptitude for simplifying and communicating complex ideasYou enjoy working with cross-functional partners to find innovate solutionsYou have expertise in and passion for digital content, fluency in working with advertising agencies, media companies, publishers, and production companies

Responsibilities:

Contract drafting, negotiating and advisory responsibilities for WP Client Services teamDraft, revise, review, and negotiate media vendor agreements, technology vendor agreements, talent agreements, license agreements, statements of work, LOAs, and other legal documentsAdvise on all Business Affairs matters for development, production, post production, sales, distribution, and service of all business endeavors from a legal, financial, production and strategic perspectiveReview provided advertiser content for potential legal issues as neededWork with cross-functional partners including Legal, Finance, Client Partnerships, Product Marketing, Operations and WP Creative Group.Participate in project scoping discussionsHelp identify media program deal pointsServe as key liaison between media partner and client’s legal teamsWork with internal counsel handling production, legal and rights and clearance mattersAnalyze deal opportunities and formulate business strategies with respect to various development and production mattersOversee corporate compliance with contractual and legal obligations in regards to Media and ProductionWorking with internal partners to review and manage third party contracts/SOWs to ensure complianceMaintaining department business affairs files (signed agreements, e-mails, etc.) from all projectsAssist with handling of rights clearance issuesIdentify and resolve legal process issuesWork with Agency teams to evaluate and solve production and contract concerns

Qualifications:

5+ years of experience in Business AffairsBusiness Affairs experience with media properties and creative agenciesProven experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating legal agreementsFamiliarity with print and digital mediaExperience negotiating strategic transactionsMust be eligible to work in the US

The Washington Post’s policy for employees is five days per week in the office, with exceptions for newsgathering and general business travel.

Compensation and Benefits

Wherever you are in your life or career, The Washington Post offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits for every step of your journey:

Competitive medical, dental and vision coverage

Company-paid pension and 401(k) match

Three weeks of vacation and up to three weeks of paid sick leave

Nine paid holidays and two personal days

20 weeks paid parental leave for any new parent

Robust mental health resources

Backup care and caregiver concierge services

Gender affirming services

Pet insurance

Free Post digital subscription

Leadership and career development programs

Benefits may vary based on the job, full-time or part-time schedule, location, and collectively bargained status.

The salary range for this position is:

85,100.00 - 127,700.00 USD Annual

The actual salary within this range will depend on individual skills, experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements. This position may be eligible for a bonus or incentive program, and a member of the Talent Acquisition team will discuss bonus payment terms and conditions during the interview process.

The Post strives to provide its readers with high-quality, trustworthy news and information while constantly innovating. That mission is best served by a diverse, multi-generational workforce with varied life experiences and perspectives. All cultures and backgrounds are welcomed. 

The innovation doesn’t end in the Newsroom – dozens of teams power The Washington Post.  We are now hiring the next innovator – how will you Impact Tomorrow?

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