At SBS, we embrace difference, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
We also acknowledge the unique contribution that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples make to our society and our workplace through their enduring and continued connection to land, sea, sky and community.
This role is classified as a Level 2 role under SBS Australia's current Enterprise Agreement (with a base salary range of $70,286 - $91,813, pro rata at .4 Full Time Equivalent as this role is part time, 2 days per week). The successful applicant will be offered remuneration that is commensurate with their skills and experience and in alignment with this framework.
The Role
This is a part-time role (2 days per week) with a hybrid working arrangement. The role is expected to be worked across one day in the office and one day working from home, with the specific days agreed to suit business requirements.
Reporting to a Business Affairs Manager within Production & Commercial Strategy, the Business Affairs Coordinator will support the acquisition and commissioning of television, online and digital rights for SBS channels in a complex multi-platform environment.
You will coordinate a high-volume portfolio of movie and video-on-demand acquisitions, ensuring contracts, rights information, payments and content delivery activities are accurate, well organised and progressed within deadline.
Key responsibilities include:
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Drafting contracts from established templates, reviewing comments and coordinating contract documentation
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Responding to offer, contract and rights-related correspondence
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Maintaining accurate rights and financial information across systems including IBMS, Oracle and HPRM.
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Generating purchase orders and supporting payment administration.
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Liaising with internal teams regarding content delivery, scheduling, captioning and subtitling.
About you
We’re looking for someone who brings:
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Strong written and verbal communication skills, with confidence managing correspondence, negotiating routine deal terms, and working effectively with internal teams and external content providers.
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Strong coordination and administrative support skills, with a reliable and highly organised approach.
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Excellent attention to detail and the ability to accurately complete repetitive and complex data-entry tasks.
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Demonstrated ability to prioritise competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
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Experience supporting contract administration processes and managing electronic documents and files.
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An interest in the business side of content creation, including television and online rights and licensing.
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Previous Business Affairs experience in the film or television industry is desirable, and knowledge of IBMS would be advantageous.
Please include a cover letter outlining your interests and experience, why you would like to work for SBS and why you believe you would be a good fit for the role.
As part of our recruitment process, SBS may conduct reference checks and review information that is publicly available online, including social media profiles, in line with privacy and anti-discrimination laws. If we collect information from any other sources, candidates will be notified in line with privacy laws.
We recognise that candidates may use AI tools to support application drafting. While AI may assist with structure, clarity or grammar, submissions should reflect your own experience and judgement. AI tools must not be used during interviews or assessment tasks unless permitted by SBS. You remain responsible for the accuracy and originality of the information you provide throughout the recruitment process.
The Department
Production & Commercial Strategy, TV & Online Content.
Production & Commercial Strategy supports SBS’s television and online content activities by managing the commercial, contractual and rights arrangements that enable content to be acquired, commissioned, delivered and made available across SBS platforms. The Business Affairs team works closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to support the effective delivery of SBS content.
Some of the reasons to consider working with us
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The people! We truly celebrate and welcome difference at SBS and encourage everyone to bring their whole self to work & you’ll be part of one of the most inclusive companies in Australia!
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The culture and the engagement of our workforce! 90% of our employees have stated that they are proud to work for SBS!
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We offer a range of benefits from, health care checks, salary packaging, Employee Assistance Programme, flexible work arrangements and discounted gym membership nationally with Fitness Passport program!
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We’re agile and innovative in the way we work, as well as being a trusted and established brand. At SBS we have been broadcasting for 50 + years and our future is packed with many more exciting developments!
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We also love to promote from within! Our divisions support development opportunities to help team members grow and move into new roles.
Want to learn more? Then hit apply and take the first step to applying not just for another job but a possible whole new career in a purpose led organisation.
For other opportunities within our organisation please visit our careers website SBS Careers - Working at SBS
About SBS
SBS is one of the world's most unique and innovative media organisations, producing trusted, meaningful, and engaging content that exists for all Australians to inspire, support and celebrate the diversity of our multicultural society.
Our purpose, for the last 50+ years, has reflected and explored the evolving diversity of Australia, investing in initiatives to deepen its connections with communities, sharing their stories and giving a voice to those often unheard, with the aim of increasing understanding and respect of the differences that make up Australia.
SBS is a truly distinctive network, showcasing multicultural, multilingual and First Nations stories otherwise untold in the Australian media.
Reasonable Adjustments
SBS recognises that everyone is unique, and you might require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply and put your skills forward for consideration. If we can make some adjustments to the SBS recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, then please contact [email protected] and let us know.
Adjustments include but are not limited to; alternative application methods, interview setups, physical requirements, guidance for trans or gender diverse applicants, specific interview availability times and more. To find out more about reasonable adjustments with SBS, please view our video here.
In addition, SBS is a proud member with the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower initiative, helping us create a workplace where people feel seen, understood, and supported.
We are shortlisting applications as they come in, so don’t delay, apply today!
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