Contract Specialist, Business & Legal Affairs

Kensington Grey Agency Inc
Full time
Legal
Canada
Hiring from: Canada

ABOUT THIS ROLE:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Contract Specialist to join our Business and Legal Affairs team. This role will be embedded within a specific "Pod" and paired with a dedicated Manager to support the end-to-end agreement workflow for standard campaigns across the company. The ideal candidate has a strong interest in entertainment law and experience working in a transactional legal environment.


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Partner closely with a Business and Legal Affairs Manager to support agreement lifecycle management.
  • Draft, negotiate and track basic agreements, including but not limited to sponsorship agreements, licensing agreements, termination agreements etc, for KG’s roster ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance with internal process standards.
  • Assist with the review of Talent programming, content and promotional materials to ensure compliance with KG policies, FTC, and other guild requirements as needed.
  • Maintain a process for ensuring the execution of all agreements.
  • Collaborate and maintain a professional relationship with KG’s departments, including but not limited to, talent management, campaign management, brand partnerships, finance.
  • Work closely with KG departments to address issues affecting the company's day-to-day business affairs.
  • Coordinate with KG’s departments and external parties on contract requirements and approval process.
  • Manage contract database for Legal department.
  • Foster positive long-term relationships with KG clients, partners and other stakeholders.


QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Degree from an accredited four-year college or university with strong interest in the law, and/or a paralegal and legal admin education. (J.D. from an accredited law school is a PLUS)
  • Minimum 1-3 years of experience in a transactional legal role within the entertainment industry (e.g., transactional paralegal, contracts administrator, business affairs coordinator) within the entertainment industry.
  • Understanding of the sports/media/entertainment landscape and content ecosystem.
  • Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications, including: Outlook Calendar, Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and organizational abilities.


WHY JOIN THE TEAM?

At Kensington Grey, we believe that supporting our team extends beyond the job itself. We offer a range of perks and benefits designed to promote well-being, growth, and a healthy work-life balance, including:

  • Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision plans to support you and your family.
  • Remote First Work Arrangement
  • Generous Time Off – Paid vacation, personal days, and company-wide holidays.
  • Wellness Support – Mental health resources, wellness stipends, and employee assistance programs.
  • Retirement Savings – Employer-matched RRSP contributions to help you plan ahead.
  • Team Culture – Regular team events, recognition programs, and a collaborative, inclusive work environment.

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