Contract Specialist

Position

Contract Specialist

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Contract Specialist to support the management, preparation, coordination, and initial review of contracts related to our anime and entertainment business in North America. This role will manage the contract process from initial preparation through execution, working closely with the Licensing, Business Development, Finance, and Legal teams, as well as external business partners and legal counsel. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with contract administration or legal operations, strong organizational skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to effectively coordinate multiple stakeholders and deadlines.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, coordinate, and manage various types of contracts
• Manage licensing agreements, distribution agreements, sales agreements, service agreements, NDAs, and other commercial contracts
• Conduct initial reviews of contracts based on company policies, standard terms, and established guidelines
• Organize contract comments, revisions, and key issues and escalate legal matters to Legal Counsel or external attorneys as appropriate
• Coordinate contract-related communications with Japan headquarters, U.S. teams, business partners, and outside counsel
• Manage the contract execution process and follow up with relevant stakeholders
• Track key contractual information, including renewal dates, expiration dates, termination provisions, royalties, and other obligations
• Maintain accurate contract records, files, and databases
• Respond to internal inquiries regarding contracts and contractual processes
• Support Licensing and Business Development teams with new business agreements and contract negotiations
• Assist with improving and streamlining contract management processes

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in contract administration, legal operations, contract management, legal support, licensing, or a related field
• Hands-on experience preparing, reviewing, managing, or coordinating contracts
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to identify inconsistencies or potential issues in contracts
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel
• Ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders

Required Skills

• Hands-on experience preparing, reviewing, managing, or coordinating contracts
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to identify inconsistencies or potential issues in contracts
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel
• Ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders

Pay range and compensation package

$60K-100K

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Other company benefits

Working Hours / Working style

The work schedule is flexible, with start times available between 6:00 AM and 12:00 PM and end times between 2:30 PM and 8:30 PM in 30-minute increments, with core hours from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM Monday through Friday, an 8-hour workday excluding a 30-minute lunch break, and generally requiring 8 consecutive hours of work once the employee starts.

Working Location

Los Angeles, CA

Holidays

• Saturdays
• Sundays
• Major National Holidays