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Are you looking for a new challenge and an opportunity to advance your career? We are on the lookout for an ambitious Business Affairs Manager to join our team at our Toronto Office! The Role: The Business Affairs Manager serves as INNOCEANs subject matter expert in talent, insurance, and licensing. Acting as a key liaison with legal, the BA is the go-to resource for producers, creatives, account management, and agency leadership. This role requires a positive, solutions-oriented mindset, the confidence to say no when necessary, and a curious, forward-thinking approach to stay engaged in an ever-evolving industry. What Your Typical Day Will Look Like: Work closely with producers and client teams to offer solutions, negotiate costs, create talent estimates and payment terms Review production contracts, including with sole proprietor content creators Interface and coordinate with creative, client engagement, accounting, legal and outside production partners Have knowledge of legal guidelines for commercial production, licensing language, trademark, rights of privacy, copyright and production insurance Partner with legal as needed to assess risk and negotiate agreements Experience in intelligent content initiatives (Addressable TV, CTV, DCO), is a plus Experience in AI rights management and a working knowledge of the generative AI space is a plus Evaluate and monitor agency contracts to ensure suppliers comply with the terms and conditions of the contract in accordance with the agency and client policies Write/issue/maintain appropriate bid award documents, i.e. POs, production contracts, insurance, copyright material, etc. Apply for and manage production insurance on jobs less than $50,000 and up to $5,000,000 Work with legal teams to outline, develop and process contracts, MSAs and SOWs Manage celebrity talent contracts and retainer-based contracts for brand ambassadors License stock assets for use in integrated campaigns Maintain a server of completion reports and track rights management across all clients What You Bring: 5+ years experience working as a BA in the advertising industry and a creative agency. Experience in both signatory and non-union environments. Automotive industry experience is an asset Bi-lingual with experience in both the English and French-Canadian markets. What Makes You Stand Out: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong business acumen and interpersonal skills with a solution focused mindset. Results driven, self-motivated, assertive, and resourceful. Exceptional time management skills and detail oriented. Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and bring solutions to the table. What youll love about working at INNOCEAN Canada: -People-first and Inclusive of all were proud to be recognized by Great Places to Work - four years in a row and counting overall, as well as for youth, inclusion, and as a Best Place to Work for Women. -Flexible hybrid work set up, with an awesome space at King Street West for collaboration and team get-togethers. -Generous time off plus an end of year winter break equals time well taken; our people also get extra days off when they reach key work milestones! -Your Wellbeing is all-important. Our comprehensive plan covers insurance must-haves and nice to haves from full benefits coverage and flex spending account for additional $$$, to RRSPs confidential individual counseling, and paid personal days for you to take care of you. -Coaching and mentorship in your day-to-day to fuel your growth. INNOCEAN Canada is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, inclusion, and teamwork. We encourage all qualified applicants to inquire below. Any disability-related needs will be accommodated throughout the recruitment process.