Senior Content Contracts & Payments Executive
Mediacorp is Singapore's largest content creator and national media network, operating a suite of TV channels, radio stations, and multiple digital platforms. Its mission is to engage, entertain, and enrich audiences by harnessing the power of creativity.
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DESIGNATION : Senior Content Contracts & Payments Executive ( 1 Year)
RESPONSIBILITIES
The purpose of this role is to manage a variety of agreements including content licensing, production, commissioning, collaboration and partnership agreements as well as payment administration.
Responsibilities
- Contract Creation, Negotiation and Administration:
- Responsible for the drafting, reviewing, and negotiating variety of agreements including content licensing, production, commissioning, collaboration and partnership agreements in consultation with Group Legal and/or internal stakeholders, to reach mutually beneficial agreements that are harmonized and aligned with Mediacorp's rights protocols and needs. Oversee the execution of contracts, including the dissemination of obligations and restrictions to ensure that all parties meet their commitments. Upkeep accuracy of content and contract data into company's systems and handle changes to existing contracts.
- Compliance and Risk Assessment:
- Ensure that contractual terms are in tandem with company policies. Assess potential risks associated with contracts, including legal, financial and operational risks, and work to mitigate them.
- Contract Renewals and Amendments:
- Responsible for managing contract renewals, amendments, and terminations as necessary.
- Payment Administration:
- Administer and ensure payments to content providers, production houses or service providers are paid in a timely manner and in accordance with contract deal terms including following up for withholding tax documentation where applicable. Investigate to reconcile payment discrepancies.
- Record Keeping:
- Adopt best document retention practices in organizing and archival of legal documents, maintain comprehensive records of all contracts and related documents for future reference and auditing purposes.
- Communication:
- Effective communication is crucial as this role often require liaison between various departments within the organization and with external parties.
- Continuous Improvement:
- Identify opportunities to improve contract management processes and develop best practices to enhance efficiency and reduce risks.
- Reports and General Administrative functions:
- Generate reports to monitor contract compliance and perform general administrative functions and other related duties as required
QUALIFICATIONS
- 1 to 3 years of relevant working experience.
- General Diploma / General Degree in related disciplinePrior experience negotiating license agreement or production agreement is a plus.
- 2 years of relevant experience, paralegal or contract management experience is a plus.
- Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel.
- Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple ongoing tasks, prioritise effectively while also being attentive to detail.
- Strong organization skills and ability to identify and problem solve.
- Effective communication skills, including written and verbal communication, presentation skills.
- Work proactively and independently with little supervision.
- Work collaboratively within team and cross-functionally
- Demonstrated ability to execute and follow-through.