Business Affairs Analyst; Platform Distribution

Overview

Disney Platform Distribution Strategy seeks an enthusiastic and detail‑oriented Business Affairs Analyst to build the future of video by developing and supporting contractual and business strategies for the Disney Platform Distribution group.

• Support and participate in negotiations with key partners, including cable, satellite, telco, digital MVPDs and digital platforms such as Comcast, You Tube, Amazon.
• Collaborate with senior Business Affairs team members to establish standard terms and deal structures that can be applied across accounts.
• Partner with business and legal colleagues to implement best practices and processes in connection with business needs.
• Create and maintain contractual analyses and summaries across accounts and services.
• Maintain contractual systems, standards and procedures, including MFN analysis and compliance.
• Provide timely and thoughtful contractual advice on potential risks and challenges, and propose practical, responsive solutions.

• 1+ years of related work experience within legal, business affairs, content distribution or a related field.
• BA/BS degree in a related discipline or equivalent work experience.
• Aptitude and enthusiasm for navigating and analyzing contracts and other legal documents to determine detailed contractual ramifications of deal points.

• Understanding of the media industry landscape and current competitive trends.
• Prior experience in media strategy or distribution.
• Knowledge of licensing agreements, contract and general corporate legal concepts.
• Experience with contractual analysis and risk assessment, and drafting contractual language.
• JD or paralegal experience.

Base pay ranges:
Bristol, CT ($70,240 – $96,580 per year) and New York, NY ($73,600 – $101,200 per year). Additional compensation may include bonus and/or long‑term incentive units. The full range of benefits includes medical, financial and other benefits, dependent on level and position offered.