Commercial, Rights & Business Affairs Executive EXTEND TALENT POOL

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This talent pool is an opportunity for Senior Commercial, Rights Business Affairs Managers interested in working with us. It isn’t a live role and doesn’t guarantee you will end up working with us. Talent pools are a chance for us to identify, meet and collate talent so that we can move more quickly and efficiently when opportunities come up. You don't have to be available now to apply. You may be working in another role but thinking about a move when the right thing comes up, or perhaps you’ve always wanted to work for BBC Studios. This talent pool is a chance for us to engage with those who want to work with us now or in the future.

If you are selected our Talent Acquisition team will invite you for a screening call, after that you will be invited to join the talent pool which means you will be considered if/when suitable opportunities come up. When we’re looking to hire we may approach individuals from the talent pool directly if they have the specific skills and experience required. On other occasions we will send roles to the whole group, or if we feel we need a wider reach, advertise publicly through BBC Careers (those in the talent pool will be welcome to apply). If you are informed about an opportunity via the talent pool you will still need to attend an interview or assessment for the role, and most likely enter into a competitive process with other candidates. Ultimately, this is an opportunity to start a conversation with us. We’ve carved out dedicated time to read applications and speak with candidates, so if you’re keen to work with us, now’s the time to let us know.

This talent pool is advertised as part of our BBC Extend programme for disabled people. To apply, you should identify as deaf, disabled or neurodivergent and must meet either: the definition of disability in the Equality Act (2010), or the definition of disability in the Disability Discrimination Act (1995) if applying in Northern Ireland. You’re broadly defined as disabled under both acts if you have a physical or mental impairment that has a substantial and long-term negative or adverse effect on your ability to do normal daily activities. This definition includes both apparent and non-apparent conditions and impairments, and medical conditions such as Cancer, HIV or Multiple Sclerosis.

We are committed to making the process of applying for this role as accessible as possible. If you need to discuss adjustments or access requirements for the application process, or have any questions about our BBC Extend programme, please contact the BBC Extend team. The BBC are fully committed to providing workplace adjustments to help eliminate barriers in the workplace that disabled people face. To do this, we have our own dedicated BBC Access and Disability Service that provides assessments and support throughout employment with us. If you are successful in applying for this role and require workplace adjustments, we will work with you to get your adjustments in place. If you’d like more information on BBC Extend, please visit the BBC Extend webpage.

THE ROLE

Step into the world of BBC Studios, where every working day is as unique as it is rewarding. A commercial Rights Ensure the necessary rights are acquired for primary and secondary programme exploitation as required; Work closely and collaboratively with various departments and be a trusted advisor to them; Build and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships both internal (including Commissioning, Editorial Policy, other legal and business affairs teams and BBC Studios Distribution) and external parties. Ensure that BBC Studios’ policies and standards are adhered to and translated into compliant deals with a pan-BBC approach. Assist with mitigating legal, contractual and business affairs risk and manage brand and IP protection. Using software as required to manage and produce contractual documentation and ensure accurate and current record keeping.

WHAT DOES IT TAKE?

• Experience of negotiating contracts
• A business-oriented and commercial approach which enables a quick response to market changes
• A proven track record of having managed and/or delivered projects to deadlines.
• Adapt at being able to examine and summarise complex data
• An informed and broad interest in broadcasting and media as well as knowledge of current market intelligence and global media trends

DESIRABLE:

• Business affairs experience in the television, radio and/or digital media industry would be an advantage
• Legal education or qualifications are not essential but would be an advantage

LIFE AT BBC STUDIOS

We don’t focus simply on what we do – we also care how we do it. Our values and the way we behave are important to us. The BBC is committed to building a culturally diverse workforce and therefore strongly encourages applications from underrepresented groups. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of their background.