Senior Manager Business Affairs Original Series

About the Role Netflix is seeking a Senior Manager to join the Business Affairs team for Original Series, Drama, focused on scripted original drama series. The successful candidate will work closely with the entire Original Series Drama team (e.g., Creative, Production, Finance, Marketing) and take on wide-ranging responsibilities including: Responsibilities Negotiate and draft rights, writer, showrunner, producer, director, actor, overall/first look, and other above‑line talent agreements with a keen understanding of industry standards and deal contexts; Oversee business and legal affairs for series projects throughout all stages from script development through post‑production and exhibition on Netflix’s global streaming service from a legal and, eventually, a business standpoint, navigating complex matters during the production lifecycle; Support and work closely with internal partners and stakeholders such as Creative, Production, and Labor executives; Develop and maintain strategic relationships with external parties; Serve as a strategic partner to help manage the voluminous drama slate. Required Qualifications Understanding of and familiarity with the scripted series production process, especially the business and legal affairs of series production; Exceptional critical thinking skills marked by an ability to analyze business needs and drive strategic results in the deal‑making process, with a solutions‑oriented mindset; Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to cultivate internal and external relationships; Willingness to innovate and engage in creative problem‑solving; Ability to work independently and adapt to pivot as necessary, especially in the wake of change; Demonstrated ability to work cross‑functionally, possessing the confidence to counsel business partners in making decisions that have legal and business impacts; Excellent project and time‑management skills; Curiosity and openness to learn and apply learnings to evolve; Tech‑savvy individual with proficiency in Google Suite and cloud‑based document and database systems; Ability to flourish in Netflix’s unique company culture, reflecting its values and leadership expectations. Education & Work Experience BA/BS, JD, and bar membership in good standing in at least one U.S. state; At least 7 years of experience in scripted television business and legal affairs, with direct experience negotiating and drafting development and production agreements for scripted series; A firm grasp of all aspects of the development, production, and distribution of scripted television and robust industry knowledge. Compensation The range for this role is $325,000.00 – $580,000.00. Benefits Netflix provides comprehensive benefits including Health Plans, Mental Health support, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match, Stock Option Program, Disability Programs, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, Family‑forming benefits, and Life and Serious Injury Benefits. The company also offers paid leave of absence programs. Full‑time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick pay. Full‑time salaried employees are immediately entitled to flexible time off. Equal‑Opportunity Employer We are an equal‑opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service. #J-18808-Ljbffr Netflix