Assistant Manager - Business Development - Media & Entertainment Segment - Law Firm - IIM/ISB/MDI/FMS

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

- Deal Sourcing & Transaction Management: Identify and negotiate commercial terms for production house agreements, talent contracts, music licensing, and sports-related media rights.

- IP Strategy & Monetization: Advise on chain of title, rights clearances, and exploitation strategies across OTT, linear, and digital platforms.

- Due Diligence: Conduct commercial due diligence on content libraries and IP portfolios for acquisitions, mergers, or distribution arrangements.

- Emerging Technology Integration: Drive BD initiatives involving AI-driven content, technology collaborations, and digital-first entertainment models.

- Project Coordination: Act as a bridge between creative teams and legal/finance stakeholders to ensure contracts reflect the commercial intent of the deal.

- Market Intelligence: Track industry trends in copyright law, royalty structures, and platform dynamics to provide actionable business insights.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

- Education: Degree in Business, Media Management, or Law with a strong commercial orientation.

- Experience: In a BD or transactional role within a production house, talent agency, or media-focused consultancy.

- Industry Expertise: Demonstrated experience handling music, film, or sports rights. Exposure to AI and technology-driven changes in media contracts is a strong advantage.

- Negotiation Skills: Ability to engage with platform executives, producers, and talent representatives to close complex, multi-layered deals.

- Communication: Strong pitching ability-translating complex rights structures into clear, revenue-driven narratives.