Executive Assistant, Business Affairs, Focus Features

Job Description

Responsibilities
Role

Focus Features is seeking an Executive Assistant, Business Affairs will work as part of the team which oversees business affairs administration for Focus Features, the company that produced and/or distributed such films as the Downton Abbey films, Darkest Hour, Phantom Thread, BlacKkKlansman, Brokeback Mountain, Moonrise Kingdom, Lost in Translation and Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind. The position will report to the Vice President, Business Affairs and is a great opportunity to interact with numerous film group teams at Focus Features and NBC Universal, including business affairs, legal affairs, acquisitions, production, physical production, post-production, marketing, publicity, finance, labor relations, music, and distribution.

Essential Responsibilities:
may include, but are not limited to:
• Supporting the Vice President, Business Affairs with administrative functions (e.g., phones, meetings, filings, expense reports, etc.)
• Helping manage delivery and credits tracking databases
• Organizing and maintaining up-to-date digital filing systems
• Managing check requests and payments
• Liaising with various teams to stay abreast of delivery review deadlines
• Additional duties and projects as assigned by supervisor
• Providing coverage and assistance for other colleagues within the department as needed

Qualifications/Requirements
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and Outlook with a working knowledge of PC operating systems and database management (familiarity with Microsoft Teams a plus)

Eligibility Requirements:
• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV online to be considered
• Must be willing submit to a background investigation
• Must be 18 years or older
• Must be willing to work in Universal City, CA
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU's Alternative Dispute Resolution Program
• Must submit an attestation disclosing your COVID-19 vaccination status and, if partially or fully vaccinated, submitting your vaccination record no later than 7 days following commencement of employment.
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 at the commencement of employment or adhere to enhanced protocols if Company determines your job position requires accessing an NBCUniversal worksite.
• Must be willing to adhere to all Company COVID-19 workplace safety policies and protocols.

Desired Characteristics

Desired Characteristics:
• Ability to manage sensitive matters with a high level of confidentiality and discretion
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and familiarity with business and legal documents
• Detail-oriented, organized and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and work well with various personality types
• A self-starter; able to learn new functions quickly and accurately; anticipate departmental needs, and take proactive steps to follow through with proposed solutions

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