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Form of workWho We Are:
Endeavor is a global sports and entertainment company, home to many of the world’s most dynamic and engaging storytellers, brands, live events, and experiences. The Endeavor network specializes in talent representation through entertainment agency WME; sports operations and advisory, event management, media production and distribution, and brand licensing through IMG; live event experiences and hospitality through On Location; full-service marketing through global cultural marketing agency 160over90; and sports data and technology through IMG ARENA and OpenBet. Endeavor is also the majority owner of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO), a premium sports and entertainment company comprising UFC and WWE.
Business Affairs Assistant, WME New York
The Team
The WME Business Affairs group supports the agents at WME by utilizing the law, contracts and business judgment to strategize with agents to make the best deals for their clients. We also manage contractual relationships between the company and its clients, and advise company executives to effectively balancing business and legal risks.
Roles & Responsibilities
We are looking for a qualified candidate to provide administrative support, and assistance in reviewing and trafficking a high volume of contracts, for the Business Affairs team in New York that supports the literary agents of WME Books. Experience in the entertainment industry, publishing, a literary agency or an in-house or firm transactional practice would be a plus, but not required. Must be hard-working, detail-oriented, personable and able to manage a high-volume deal load in a fast-paced environment. This is an ideal position for those with an interest in the law.
Primary responsibilities include:
- High-volume contract administration
- Organize and maintain files, deal logs, and contract precedent logs
- Interact with agents, agency clients and internal/external executives
- Scheduling, phone and administrative support for two Business Affairs executives
Qualifications:
- Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
- Proactive and accountable; problem-solving skills a must
- Ability to handle multiple assignments and tight deadlines with accuracy
- Interest in entertainment law and/or publishing a plus
- Exceptional oral and written communications, including grammar and proofreading
- Ability to work with all levels of Endeavor employees and with clients
- Administrative experience supporting an executive or senior attorney strongly preferred
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Upbeat temperament, flexibility and adaptability as new responsibilities are assigned
Endeavor unites and brings people together in our love of sport, culture, and entertainment. We understand this can only be accomplished when we lead with a lens of diversity, equity, and inclusion in everything we do. As a global company that drives culture, we strive to reflect the world’s diverse voices.
Endeavor is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religion or belief.
Per local requirements and in the interest of transparency, the range shown below reflects the prevalent current hiring range for this position. Hiring pay rates are based on a number of factors, including location and may vary depending on job-related qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. Endeavor strives to provide locally competitive rewards packages, which include base rate along with, as applicable, short- and long-term incentives, growth and developmental opportunities, and robust benefits, such as health care, retirement, vacation and other paid time off, and additional offerings.
Hiring Range Minimum:
$16.50 hourly
Hiring Range Maximum:
$22.00 hourly
Endeavor is a global entertainment, sports and content company, home to the world’s most dynamic and engaging storytellers, brands, live events and experiences. The company is comprised of industry leaders including entertainment agency WME; sports, fashion, events and media company IMG; and premier mixed martial arts organization UFC. The Endeavor network specializes in talent representation; marketing and licensing; content development, distribution and sales; event management; and a number of direct-to-consumer offerings.
From fashion shows to critically acclaimed television and films, bestselling novels to gourmet culinary festivals, world-class sports training to sold-out cultural experiences, we influence an unparalleled number of compelling experiences around the world each day.
