Business Affairs Assistant - Creators & TV

United Talent Agency
Los Angeles, CA
On-site

Who this role is best for

Aimed at mid-level professionals in entertainment law or business affairs who can manage fast-paced, high-stakes administrative and contractual tasks.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with legal training and experience in entertainment contracts or law firms
    — “Active California Bar membership or eligibility to practice in another U.S. jurisdiction required”
  • Individuals who thrive in client-focused environments and can manage multiple priorities
    — “able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced client-focused environment”
  • Professionals with a background in administrative support and a keen interest in media and entertainment
    — “Interest in the film industry and entertainment business”

Things to consider

  • The role demands strict confidentiality and professional discretion in handling sensitive client agreements
    — “Professional judgment, discretion, and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality”
  • The position requires strong attention to detail and accuracy in contract administration tasks
    — “Strong attention to detail and accuracy”
  • The location is fixed in Beverly Hills, California, which may require relocation for candidates outside the area
    — “This position is based in Beverly Hills, California”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with contract review and administrative support in entertainment or legal contexts
    — “Review, proofread, summarize, and track client agreements under executive supervision”
  • Demonstrate your ability to coordinate meetings and manage complex calendars efficiently
    — “Manage complex calendars and coordinate internal and external meetings, both in-office and offsite”
  • Showcase your communication skills with examples of drafting correspondence or preparing documents
    — “Draft correspondence, maintain precedent charts, prepare documents”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • manage complex calendars
  • coordinate internal and external meetings
  • support contract administration
Typical background
JDCalifornia Bar membershipentertainment industry experience

Skills & requirements

Required

Contract AdministrationEntertainment LawLegal ResearchDocument ManagementCommunication

Preferred

Entertainment Industry Knowledge

Stack & domain

Contract AdministrationAdministrative SupportMicrosoft OfficeAdobe AcrobatInternet ResearchOrganizational SkillsDetail-orientedAbility To Manage Multiple PrioritiesProfessional JudgmentDiscretionWritten And Verbal Communication SkillsAbility To Build RelationshipsStrong Attention To DetailAbility To Maintain Strict ConfidentialityEntertainment IndustryEntertainment TransactionsBusiness AffairsEntertainment Law

About the role

Original posting from United Talent Agency via Ashby

UTA seeks a Business Affairs Assistant in our Business Affairs department supporting Creators and Television. This position provides administrative and contract administration support to two Business Affairs Executives and offers exposure to entertainment transactions, business affairs, and entertainment law.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced client-focused environment, and understands the entertainment industry. This position is based in Beverly Hills, California.

This is a full-time position with benefits and will pay $25 per hour.

What You Will Do

  • Manage complex calendars and coordinate internal and external meetings, both in-office and offsite
  • Answer and route calls, take notes on deals and negotiations, and prepare meeting materials as needed
  • Support contract administration, including tracking deals, processing agreements, and maintaining contract records
  • Review, proofread, summarize, and track client agreements under executive supervision
  • Draft correspondence, maintain precedent charts, prepare documents, and provide general administrative support
  • Serve as a key point of contact for clients, agents, managers, attorneys, and executives
  • Conduct research, compile information, and support special projects
  • Stay informed on industry trends and business developments

What You Will Need

  • JD required
  • Active California Bar membership or eligibility to practice in another U.S. jurisdiction required
  • Ability to review, analyze, and understand contracts
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently
  • Professional judgment, discretion, and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to build relationships with senior executives, clients, attorneys, agents, and partners
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Word), Adobe Acrobat, and internet research
  • Interest in the film industry and entertainment business
  • Experience at a law firm, studio, network, agency, or entertainment company is preferred

What You Will Get

  • The unique and exciting opportunity to work at one of a leading global entertainment companies
  • Access to the tools, leadership, and resources you will need to create and drive a center of excellence
  • The opportunity to do the best work of your career
  • Work in an inclusive and diverse company culture
  • Competitive programs to support your well-being
  • Experience working in a collaborative environment with room to grow

About UTA

UTA is a premier global talent agency built for the future of media and entertainment. The agency's diversified platform and best-in-class, client-first approach is innovative, collaborative, and positioned to lead in an evolving market. UTA represents the most celebrated artists, creatives, and brands, from icons and legends to next-generation talent. Its integrated capabilities span film and television, music, comedy, creators, sports, brands, news, publishing, speakers, theater, and more. It is based in Los Angeles with offices in the U.S., London, and Munich.

For more information: https://www.unitedtalent.com/about/

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Source: United Talent Agency careers (Ashby)

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