Associate Counsel, Original Series - Canada

3 Months ago • 2 Years + • Legal

Job Summary

Job Description

Netflix seeks an Associate Counsel in Canada to focus on scripted original drama series, also working on comedies, films, and documentaries. Responsibilities include negotiating and drafting talent agreements (writers, producers, directors, actors), overseeing projects across all stages (development to post-production), and serving as a strategic partner to manage the Canada content slate. This role requires Canadian regulatory framework knowledge, strong business and legal affairs skills, and the ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in film/television production agreements and a strong understanding of Canadian industry practices.
Must have:
  • Negotiate & draft talent agreements
  • Oversee film/series projects
  • Strategic partnership with content team
  • Canadian regulatory framework knowledge
  • Strong business & legal affairs skills
Good to have:
  • French language skills
Perks:
  • Supplemental Health and Dental Plans
  • Mental Health support
  • RRSP Retirement Plan with employer match
  • Stock Option Program
  • Disability Programs
  • Family-forming benefits
  • Life and Serious Injury Benefits
  • Paid leave of absence programs
  • Flexible time off

Job Details

Netflix is one of the world's leading entertainment services, with 283 million paid memberships in over 190 countries enjoying TV series, films and games across a wide variety of genres and languages. Members can play, pause and resume watching as much as they want, anytime, anywhere, and can change their plans at any time.

Netflix is seeking an Associate Counsel on the Business and Legal Affairs team in Canada focused primarily on scripted original drama series, but the successful candidate will also work on comedy series, feature films, and documentary programs. The successful candidate will work closely with the entire Netflix Canada original content team (e.g. Creative, Production, Finance, Marketing) and take on wide-ranging responsibilities including:   

  • Negotiating and drafting writer, producer, director, actor and other above the line talent agreements and eventually, deals; 

  • Overseeing film and series projects throughout all stages from script development through post-production and exhibition on Netflix’s global streaming service from a legal and eventually, business standpoint; and 

  • Serving as a strategic partner to help manage the Netflix Canada slate. 

The role requires knowledge of the evolving Canadian regulatory framework and Canadian market parameters, as well as dexterity with traditional business and legal affairs issues and challenges. The successful candidate will be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with significant volume, managing and taking ownership of multiple projects, working under tight timeframes and remaining calm, collaborative and effective throughout. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • Understanding of and familiarity with the scripted series and/or feature film production process, and especially the business and legal affairs of feature film and/or series production. 

  • Exceptional critical thinking skills marked by an ability to analyze business needs and drive strategic results in the deal-making process. 

  • 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 adaptability to pivot as necessary.

  • Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally. 

  • Excellent project and time management skills. 

  • Curiosity and openness to learn and apply learnings to evolve.

  • French language skills are a plus, but not required. 

EDUCATION & WORK EXPERIENCE: 

  • BA/BS, LLB/JD, and membership in good standing of the Law Society of Ontario.

  • At least 2 years of experience in film and/or television with direct experience negotiating and drafting development and production agreements for scripted film and/or series. The ideal candidate will also have a firm grasp on all aspects of the development, production and distribution of scripted film and/or television and robust Canadian industry knowledge. 

Our compensation structure consists solely of an annual salary; we do not have bonuses. You choose each year how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options. To determine your personal top of market compensation, we rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your compensation in the market range. 

Netflix provides comprehensive benefits including Supplemental Health and Dental Plans, Mental Health support, a RRSP Retirement Plan with employer match, Stock Option Program, Disability Programs, Family-forming benefits, and Life and Serious Injury Benefits. We also offer 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 paid time off. Full-time salaried employees are immediately entitled to flexible time off. See more detail about our Benefits .

Netflix is a unique culture and environment. Learn more   

is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner.

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.

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