WME seeks a talented and highly motivated lawyer to join its Business Affairs department in Beverly Hills as a Coordinator. This position will support the Motion Picture group along with the agents. This is a high-volume practice with tight timeframes.
Job Description
- Track, document and issue package letters for Motion Picture
- Manage and update our database of precedent used for various motion picture/film agreements;
- Review and negotiate motion picture/film agreements;
- Manage the grids, checklists and forms used by the business affairs group; and
- Support the entire Motion Picture Business Affairs team by handing special projects and requests when assigned.
Qualifications
- J.D. required
- Admitted to California or New York state bar
- 1+ year(s) of transactional legal/business affairs experience;
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
- Ability to interact with a range of personalities and styles in a fast-paced environment;
- Outstanding drafting, analytical, and organizational skills; and
- A curious mind, a strong work ethic, and a creative but practical approach to problem-solving
Per local requirements and in the interest of transparency, the rate 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. The company 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 Rate Minimum:
$52,728 annually (minimum will not fall below the applicable state/local minimum salary thresholds)Hiring Rate Maximum:
$70,304 annuallyWME is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religion or belief.Skills Required
- Juris Doctor degree
- Admission to the California or New York state bar
- At least 1 year of transactional legal or business affairs experience
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work with varied personalities and styles in a fast-paced environment
- Outstanding drafting, analytical, and organizational skills
- Curiosity, strong work ethic, and creative yet practical problem-solving approach
WME Group, LLC (d.b.a. WME) Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about WME Group, LLC (d.b.a. WME) and has not been reviewed or approved by WME Group, LLC (d.b.a. WME).
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Parental & Family Support — Family benefits are described as expansive, including up to 18 weeks of paid leave for birthing parents, 12 weeks for non-birthing parents, and up to $50,000 for fertility and family-planning services when enrolled in an Aetna plan. Feedback suggests lactation resources and dependent-care FSAs further strengthen support for caregivers.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off is portrayed as flexible and generous, featuring unlimited vacation, eight sick days, nine company holidays, two floating holidays, and three volunteer days. Feedback suggests the breadth is attractive even though practical usage may depend on team norms.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is outlined as robust, with four Aetna medical options (including an HSA plan with up to $1,000 employer contribution), dental and vision plans, telemedicine, and FSAs/HSA. Wellness access such as a 24/7 EAP, therapy resources, and discounted fitness programs adds to the package.
WME Group, LLC (d.b.a. WME) Insights
What We Do
WME (The WME Group) is a leading talent and media agency representing artists, creators and brands across film, television, music, theater, books and digital media. The company provides talent representation, content services and brand partnerships and — through its IMG and related businesses — operates major sports, events and media rights businesses globally. WME positions itself as an advocate and connector between talent and global audiences.
