Business Development • Lead

Who you are

You are a strategic partner with a proven track record in the entertainment and media industries, adept at structuring and closing deals that benefit both the organization and its partners. With a history of negotiating terms that delight customers, you understand the nuances of the audio content landscape and are ready to collaborate with creative executives and top-tier partners. Your experience has equipped you with the skills to evaluate, structure, negotiate, and implement a wide range of agreements independently, while also partnering with legal teams to finalize long-form contracts.

You thrive in a collaborative environment, working closely with various stakeholders to ensure that team actions align with strategic goals. Your ability to define strategies, expectations, and priorities is key to your success in this role. You are passionate about audio storytelling and understand the impact it has on audiences worldwide. Your strong communication skills enable you to articulate complex ideas clearly and effectively, fostering trust and collaboration among diverse teams.

Desirable

Experience in negotiating deals for creators, producers, and rights-holders in the entertainment industry is a plus. Familiarity with the audio, TV, film, music, and theater sectors will enhance your ability to contribute to the team. A background in business affairs or legal counsel within these industries will also be beneficial.

What you'll do

As the Director of Business Affairs, you will serve as the lead negotiator on deals for creators and rights-holders of original audio content. Your role will involve evaluating and structuring agreements that facilitate the development, acquisition, and production of entertainment originals. You will work closely with creative executives to ensure that the content delivered to Audible customers meets the highest quality standards. Your strategic insights will help shape the negotiation strategy for the audio Entertainment Originals portfolio, ensuring alignment with Audible's mission and goals.

You will be responsible for defining strategies and priorities that guide your team's actions, ensuring that all negotiations are conducted in a manner that reflects Audible's values and commitment to excellence. Collaborating with legal teams, you will finalize long-form agreements that protect the interests of both Audible and its partners. Your ability to navigate complex negotiations will be crucial in securing favorable terms that enhance Audible's offerings.

What we offer

At Amazon, we believe in the power of stories and the impact they have on people's lives. We offer a competitive salary range of $159,000.00 - $215,000.00 USD annually, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as options for life insurance and mental health support. Our commitment to employee well-being extends to flexible spending accounts, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Join us in shaping the future of audio storytelling and making a difference in the lives of millions of listeners worldwide.