Contracts Manager, Product & Tech Legal

At Netflix, our mission is to entertain the world. Together, we are writing the next episode - pushing the boundaries of storytelling, global fandom and making the unimaginable a reality. We are a dream team obsessed with the uncomfortable excitement of discovering what happens when you merge creativity, intuition and cutting-edge technology. Come be a part of what’s next.

The Opportunity 

The Product & Tech Contract Management Legal team at Netflix is a team of contract and project managers who provide efficient, effective, and risk-calibrated deal guidance and contract negotiation support to the corporate, studio, games, and product organizations. We’re looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to join the team based in our Los Gatos or Los Angeles office. 

The Role

As a Contracts Manager, you will work with diverse legal and cross-functional teams and play a critical role supporting Netflix’s Product & Tech Team in managing vendor deals across the globe. With a curious mindset, you'll continuously seek innovative solutions to enhance our processes and drive efficiency. Your ability to work proactively and independently under tight timeframes will be essential as you manage contracts in a dynamic environment. Success in this role requires adaptability and drive to excel in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and integrity. If you're ready to contribute to our success and grow with our team, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a team of attorneys and contract managers to assist Netflix’s Product & Tech team in managing vendor agreements worldwide

• Draft contracts and lead negotiations on vendor agreements, including data processing agreements and security requirements

• Collaborate with internal business clients and cross functional stakeholders

• Optimize and support contract and workflow systems; create and maintain information on our internal legal portal

• Support all areas of the Product & Tech Legal Team as the need arises, including on new subjects outside area of expertise and special projects

Requirements

• 8-10+ years of relevant experience as a transactional paralegal, contracts negotiator, or contracts manager, working in-house at a company or law firm

• Substantial experience in contract review, structuring, and drafting, as well as negotiating complex commercial and technology agreements

• Experience with (a) filmed entertainment production, (b) games studios and game development; or (c) the production vendor space are a plus

• Strong proficiency with vendor agreements, particularly cloud service/SaaS agreements and software licenses

• Experience with contract database systems and/or workflow systems

• Strong analytical capabilities and judgment; strategic thinker with strong problem solving skills and the ability to efficiently manage conflicting priorities 

• Excellent critical thinking skills, and experience applying learnings, and using judgment on vendor deals, drafting templates, providing guidance, etc.

• Ability to be nimble and flexible on areas of responsibilities with respect to business groups, types of contracts, operational tasks, etc.

• Responsive, comfortable requesting and accepting feedback, and strong communication skills 

• Default approach that favors sharing information openly and proactively

• Strong organizational and project management skills, ability to drive progress on multiple projects simultaneously  

Netflix provides comprehensive benefits including Health Plans, Mental Health support, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match, Stock Option Program, Disability Programs, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, 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 details about our Benefits here.

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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.