NYC Staffing
Corporate Transactions Attorney
NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025. We are seeking an experienced corporate transactions attorney with demonstrated proficiency in supporting commercial/vendor agreements, mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures and other strategic transactions and real estate, as well as assisting with securities and corporate governance matters. You will serve as a key strategic partner providing legal advice and transactional support to our procurement, finance and operations teams. The role provides the unique opportunity to shape the contract operations of a newly formed Media company. Essential Responsibilities
Draft, review, and negotiate commercial/vendor agreements Create contract summaries for business executives Advise on a day-to-day basis on contract status and other contract-related matters Support mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, investments and other corporate transactions Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents Coordinate diligence efforts internally and analyze due diligence findings Managing and coordinating transaction related issues Providing ongoing support for investments in the company's portfolio Providing legal counsel on various aspects of leasing transactions Organizing and managing real estate acquisition and sale closings Assist with securities and corporate governance matters Qualifications
JD from an accredited U.S. law school Admission to and in good standing with the state bar of at least one U.S. state 8+ years of commercial contract, M&A, real estate and other corporate transactional experience Strong technical expertise in corporate legal matters Demonstrate superior oral and written communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively and manage multiple projects Strong relationship management skills Strong interpersonal and communication skills Strong work ethic and ability to make decisions, multi-task, prioritize, and follow through Additional Requirements
Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Salary range: $200,000 - $280,000 (bonus and long-term incentive eligible). As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.
NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025. We are seeking an experienced corporate transactions attorney with demonstrated proficiency in supporting commercial/vendor agreements, mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures and other strategic transactions and real estate, as well as assisting with securities and corporate governance matters. You will serve as a key strategic partner providing legal advice and transactional support to our procurement, finance and operations teams. The role provides the unique opportunity to shape the contract operations of a newly formed Media company. Essential Responsibilities
Draft, review, and negotiate commercial/vendor agreements Create contract summaries for business executives Advise on a day-to-day basis on contract status and other contract-related matters Support mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, investments and other corporate transactions Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents Coordinate diligence efforts internally and analyze due diligence findings Managing and coordinating transaction related issues Providing ongoing support for investments in the company's portfolio Providing legal counsel on various aspects of leasing transactions Organizing and managing real estate acquisition and sale closings Assist with securities and corporate governance matters Qualifications
JD from an accredited U.S. law school Admission to and in good standing with the state bar of at least one U.S. state 8+ years of commercial contract, M&A, real estate and other corporate transactional experience Strong technical expertise in corporate legal matters Demonstrate superior oral and written communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively and manage multiple projects Strong relationship management skills Strong interpersonal and communication skills Strong work ethic and ability to make decisions, multi-task, prioritize, and follow through Additional Requirements
Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Salary range: $200,000 - $280,000 (bonus and long-term incentive eligible). As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.