Coordinates title launches and platform merchandising, aligning creative assets, timelines and partner teams while shaping data-informed discovery strategies and addressing risks across the slate.
About this role
This director-level role sits in Netflix’s Legal function and leads business and legal affairs for the Japan content team. It supports Japanese films and series licensed or commissioned for the global streaming service, including anime, live, non-fiction and scripted content, and serves as a business partner to content executives.
It structures, drafts, negotiates and closes content deals focused on licensing, acquisition, original-content development and production. It provides production legal support, manages music business affairs and clearances, conducts industry research, and advises on business and legal issues. The role sets team strategy, develops members, and works with internal teams, outside counsel and production partners.
Applicants need seven or more years drafting and negotiating contracts in Japan’s film or television industry, including licensing, production, financing or distribution. Team-management experience, entertainment and media advisory experience, and fluency in spoken and written Japanese and English are also required.
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