corporate affairs manager
Title posted on CareerBeacon - Senior Business Affairs Lead
Posted on July 14, 2026 by Employer details Bell Canada
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Req Id: 431074Connection is everything. It drives us to innovate, explore, and stay close to what matters to us most. At Bell, we're building a more connected future through world-class networks, AI-powered solutions, and digital experiences that elevate how people live, work, and play every day. We believe in empowering people. That's why we equip our teams with cutting-edge technology, AI tools, and a collaborative environment that supports creativity and growth. Want to be part of a diverse team where your work makes a real impact? If you're inspired by innovation that advances how people connect and transforms what's possible, you belong on #TeamBell. Be at the forefront of one of the most exciting and ever-changing industries. On the Bell Media team you will be a part of creating and delivering the best Canadian and international content across digital media, television, radio and out-of-home advertising platforms. You'll join a team of passionate and driven innovators, who are breaking barriers and expanding the reach of Canada's most-loved entertainment.At Bell Media, you'll redefine digital connections and pioneer next-generation services, propelling us to reach new heights, unlock untapped potential and expand horizons for our customers. SummaryBell Media is seeking a Head of Business Affairs, In-House Production to lead strategic oversight of all business, legal, and rights-related matters for internally produced content. This role acts as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and executive producers, supporting decision-making across production, distribution, and partnerships. The position provides leadership on deal-making, rights strategy, and compliance, while ensuring alignment with union frameworks and corporate policies.This role also supports lifestyle and entertainment production teams by providing practical guidance and building organizational capability in areas such as rights clearances, copyright, and fair dealing.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport and advise senior leadership team and executive producers on various business and legal issues related to content production, rights clearances, distribution and other issues as needed.Negotiate and prepare producer, talent, license and other agreements for in-house production shows and specials and distribution initiatives;Work with the Legal, Production and Finance teams to manage business issues related to in-house productions and related distribution and co-production deals.Provide guidance to all production units on day-to-day production related clearance, music rights and fair dealing questions.Manage and supervise all rights issues related to music clearance and in-house production.Act as a liaison on CTV collective agreements related to production: consult and advise production units on union rates and obligations under current union agreements and report activities to union representatives.Manage and supervise the business affairs and music licensing team.Conduct clearance training and copyright information sessions for Bell Media networks and unitsCritical QualificationsMinimum 7 years work experience in media production related business affairs at either an independent production company or broadcaster.Proven expertise with reading, negotiating and drafting various types of production and media agreements.Experience negotiating with lawyers and agents.Experience with project and staff management.Experience with live events, music, digital production and their related agreements is an asset.Experience building strong relationships with internal stakeholders as well as external vendors and clients.Strong understanding of Canadian Content regulations and tax credits.Working knowledge of artist collective agreements (e.g.: ACTRA, WGC, etc)Basic understanding of Canadian copyright law and working knowledge of Fair Dealing.Understanding of all the elements of production and post-production process.Post-secondary degree required.Superior decision making and prob- Location Toronto, ON
- Work location On site
- Salary$34.62 to $89.74HOUR hourly
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source CareerBeacon #2233002
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