United Talent Agency

Director, Contract Optimization & Risk Evaluation - UTA Advisory

Los Angeles, CA · Director

Sponsorship not specified$150k-$180kDetected 181 days ago

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About the role

UTA Advisory's Contract Optimization & Risk Evaluation Team (C.O.R.E.) is a strategic advisory practice renowned for its market intelligence, business insights, and legal expertise across the global media, marketing, entertainment, and technology landscapes. We are expanding our team to meet growing global demand, and we are seeking a Director with deep
industry knowledge and strategic insight to drive growth and deliver exceptional contract advisory services.

Manage workflow and communication across all contract lifecycle stages
Work collaboratively with legal, procurement, media, advertising, and marketing teams to guide negotiations and drive outcomes
Lead teams of consultants and legal experts in conducting current-state evaluations and research across client organizations
Lead improvements and innovations across media and creative agency engagements, platform agreements, technology partnerships, and media vendor relationships
Provide input and support to key client business functions on ongoing contract administration
Maintain internal client files and update legal resources as needed
Conduct training sessions on contracting processes and contract terms for client business teams, equipping on-the-ground teams with knowledge to lead scoping presentations and ensure ongoing compliance

You are a strategic thinker and trusted advisor who thrives in complex, fast-paced environments.
You combine legal expertise with business acumen, bringing both precision and pragmatism to contract challenges.
Your judgment is sound, your work is meticulous, and you have the credibility to guide negotiations and resolve disputes.
You stay current with industry trends from regulatory and compliance shifts to emerging technologies like artificial intelligence and you can translate these developments into practical contract strategy for clients.

Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or related discipline from an accredited university or college (preferred)
Paralegal certification
Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree (preferred)
5+ years in media & marketing, including experience in digital with data operations/infrastructure preferred
2+ years in legal affairs, contract administration, or equivalent contract-focused role
Experience with large-scale media and advertising agreements

Support oversight of agreements representing significant annual media buying commitments

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