An innovative film distribution initiative in the United Kingdom seeks a Head of Distribution to lead the development of impactful film projects from the Global South. The role involves strategic partnership development, rights negotiations, and team leadership. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience in film distribution, excellent negotiation skills, and strong industry connections. The position offers a stable salary, health insurance, and a hybrid work mode, suitable for those ready to travel and work in diverse environments.
Dec 12, 2025
Full time
An innovative film distribution initiative in the United Kingdom seeks a Head of Distribution to lead the development of impactful film projects from the Global South. The role involves strategic partnership development, rights negotiations, and team leadership. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience in film distribution, excellent negotiation skills, and strong industry connections. The position offers a stable salary, health insurance, and a hybrid work mode, suitable for those ready to travel and work in diverse environments.
The Head of Distribution will lead the strategic and operational development of the initiative. This role focuses on acquiring high quality, socially relevant films from the Global South and distributing them across different regions through streaming platforms, broadcasters, and other partners with a wide audience. The ideal candidate will combine distribution expertise (especially in acquisitions), industry connections, negotiation skills, and a deep commitment to impactful storytelling. Identify and curate impactful films from across the Global South that align with the initiatives objectives. Build and sustain strong relationships with independent filmmakers, producers, distributors, and film institutions. Lead rights negotiations and acquisitions, ensuring fair, transparent, and flexible licensing terms. Partnerships in coordination with the Head of Alternativa, design and implement a multi platform distribution strategy across the Global South, covering streaming platforms, broadcasters, public TV, and other partners. Develop strategic partnerships with regional and international streaming platforms, broadcasters, and cultural organizations. Lead commercial negotiations with partners to secure fair and mission aligned licensing deals. Use data from partners, research, and audience feedback to evaluate reach and engagement. Explore innovative, non commercial, and hybrid models (e.g., community and educational screenings) that align with our goals. Budgeting Develop and manage the annual distribution budget to ensure the efficient and transparent use of resources. Own the budget planning process and ensure its accurate and timely execution. Manage cost planning for acquisitions, localization, and industry outreach, as well as manage revenues from commercial licensing agreements. Legal Oversight and Rights Management Manage a comprehensive database of all distribution rights, territories, and license durations. Together with the legal team, develop the acquisitions and sales legal framework, and oversee contract execution processes. Ensure compliance with intellectual property laws and local regulations. Manage re licensing, renewals, and revenue sharing agreements with filmmakers, supporting them in understanding the rights structure. Leadership Coordination Work with a project manager to make long term and short term plans, set priorities, and ensure that KPIs are met. Manage a small network of content scouts who will help identify films for distribution and maintain industry relationships. Collaborate closely with programming, marketing, and partnerships teams for integrated planning and communication strategy. Represent the initiative at film markets, festivals, and industry events globally. Contribute to strategic planning and long term sustainability efforts. Identify and manage strategic and operational risks within the distribution function and ensure timely mitigation plans are developed and executed. Qualifications More than 5 years of experience in film distribution or broadcasting, with expertise in content acquisitions; ideally connected to Global South regions. Understanding of legal requirements for distribution and budget planning. Experience in leading small teams of 2-3 people. Established network within the film and broadcasting industry. Excellent negotiation, communication, and cross cultural collaboration skills. Ability to travel regularly across the regions of the Global South and to major film markets. Readiness to work in different time zones, connecting with various regions of the Global South English full professional proficiency Conditions & Benefits Stable salary, official employment. Health insurance. Hybrid work mode and flexible schedule. Relocation package offered for candidates from other regions. Access to professional counseling services including psychological, financial, and legal support. Diverse internal training programs. Partially or fully paid additional training courses.
Dec 12, 2025
Full time
The Head of Distribution will lead the strategic and operational development of the initiative. This role focuses on acquiring high quality, socially relevant films from the Global South and distributing them across different regions through streaming platforms, broadcasters, and other partners with a wide audience. The ideal candidate will combine distribution expertise (especially in acquisitions), industry connections, negotiation skills, and a deep commitment to impactful storytelling. Identify and curate impactful films from across the Global South that align with the initiatives objectives. Build and sustain strong relationships with independent filmmakers, producers, distributors, and film institutions. Lead rights negotiations and acquisitions, ensuring fair, transparent, and flexible licensing terms. Partnerships in coordination with the Head of Alternativa, design and implement a multi platform distribution strategy across the Global South, covering streaming platforms, broadcasters, public TV, and other partners. Develop strategic partnerships with regional and international streaming platforms, broadcasters, and cultural organizations. Lead commercial negotiations with partners to secure fair and mission aligned licensing deals. Use data from partners, research, and audience feedback to evaluate reach and engagement. Explore innovative, non commercial, and hybrid models (e.g., community and educational screenings) that align with our goals. Budgeting Develop and manage the annual distribution budget to ensure the efficient and transparent use of resources. Own the budget planning process and ensure its accurate and timely execution. Manage cost planning for acquisitions, localization, and industry outreach, as well as manage revenues from commercial licensing agreements. Legal Oversight and Rights Management Manage a comprehensive database of all distribution rights, territories, and license durations. Together with the legal team, develop the acquisitions and sales legal framework, and oversee contract execution processes. Ensure compliance with intellectual property laws and local regulations. Manage re licensing, renewals, and revenue sharing agreements with filmmakers, supporting them in understanding the rights structure. Leadership Coordination Work with a project manager to make long term and short term plans, set priorities, and ensure that KPIs are met. Manage a small network of content scouts who will help identify films for distribution and maintain industry relationships. Collaborate closely with programming, marketing, and partnerships teams for integrated planning and communication strategy. Represent the initiative at film markets, festivals, and industry events globally. Contribute to strategic planning and long term sustainability efforts. Identify and manage strategic and operational risks within the distribution function and ensure timely mitigation plans are developed and executed. Qualifications More than 5 years of experience in film distribution or broadcasting, with expertise in content acquisitions; ideally connected to Global South regions. Understanding of legal requirements for distribution and budget planning. Experience in leading small teams of 2-3 people. Established network within the film and broadcasting industry. Excellent negotiation, communication, and cross cultural collaboration skills. Ability to travel regularly across the regions of the Global South and to major film markets. Readiness to work in different time zones, connecting with various regions of the Global South English full professional proficiency Conditions & Benefits Stable salary, official employment. Health insurance. Hybrid work mode and flexible schedule. Relocation package offered for candidates from other regions. Access to professional counseling services including psychological, financial, and legal support. Diverse internal training programs. Partially or fully paid additional training courses.
Hybrid - Full-time - Head - Financial Planning and Analysis Application ID: The Growth Business (GB) Financial Business Partner serves as the single point of contact for all finance-related matters - including forecasting, scenario analysis, accounting, taxation, and due diligence for new M&A. Acting as a trusted advisor and sparring partner, the role provides financial expertise and constructive challenge to support strategic decision-making. By ensuring transparency of financial results and partnering closely with business leaders, the Financial Business Partner becomes a key driver of growth, efficiency, and long-term value creation. Lead monthly, quarterly, annual, and long-term forecasting for assigned verticals (Delivery, Darkstores, inDrive Money, Intercity, New Ventures, SuperApp, Advertising, Partnerships). Validate forecasts with Vertical Leaders and Country Managers; present and defend results to C-level. Analyze P&L performance, identify drivers of variances, and recommend actions to improve efficiency and profitability. Build financial models for new projects, M&A, and scenario planning. Act as the single point of contact for finance matters, including forecasting, accounting, taxation, and due diligence. Partner with business and marketing teams in developing vertical and market strategies. Provide financial insights to support and challenge strategic decision-making; act as a trusted sparring partner for business leaders. Drive process improvements and automation in financial planning and reporting tools. Manage, coach, and develop a team of FP&A specialists to strengthen business partnership capabilities. Qualifications Bachelor's degree or higher in Economics, Finance, or a related field Minimum of 8 years of experience in financial and business modeling, as well as financial planning and budgeting tools At least 5 years of experience in team management Strong analytical skills, with proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets and basic knowledge of SQL Hands-on experience with BI tools and financial planning platforms (e.g., Workday Adaptive or similar) Ability to understand complex ecosystems and translate them into sophisticated financial and operational models Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively across functions and seniority levels Solid understanding of long-term investment return modeling and capital allocation principles Conditions & Benefits Stable salary, official employment Hybrid work mode and flexible schedule Relocation package offered for candidates moving to Cyprus Access to professional counseling services including psychological, financial, and legal support Diverse internal training programs Partially or fully paid additional training courses Please take a moment to answer a few quick questions. Your input helps us understand how people discover inDrive and improve how we connect with future talent. Why do you want to work at inDrive? How did you first hear about this job opportunity at inDrive? Before applying, how familiar were you with inDrive?
Dec 10, 2025
Full time
Hybrid - Full-time - Head - Financial Planning and Analysis Application ID: The Growth Business (GB) Financial Business Partner serves as the single point of contact for all finance-related matters - including forecasting, scenario analysis, accounting, taxation, and due diligence for new M&A. Acting as a trusted advisor and sparring partner, the role provides financial expertise and constructive challenge to support strategic decision-making. By ensuring transparency of financial results and partnering closely with business leaders, the Financial Business Partner becomes a key driver of growth, efficiency, and long-term value creation. Lead monthly, quarterly, annual, and long-term forecasting for assigned verticals (Delivery, Darkstores, inDrive Money, Intercity, New Ventures, SuperApp, Advertising, Partnerships). Validate forecasts with Vertical Leaders and Country Managers; present and defend results to C-level. Analyze P&L performance, identify drivers of variances, and recommend actions to improve efficiency and profitability. Build financial models for new projects, M&A, and scenario planning. Act as the single point of contact for finance matters, including forecasting, accounting, taxation, and due diligence. Partner with business and marketing teams in developing vertical and market strategies. Provide financial insights to support and challenge strategic decision-making; act as a trusted sparring partner for business leaders. Drive process improvements and automation in financial planning and reporting tools. Manage, coach, and develop a team of FP&A specialists to strengthen business partnership capabilities. Qualifications Bachelor's degree or higher in Economics, Finance, or a related field Minimum of 8 years of experience in financial and business modeling, as well as financial planning and budgeting tools At least 5 years of experience in team management Strong analytical skills, with proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets and basic knowledge of SQL Hands-on experience with BI tools and financial planning platforms (e.g., Workday Adaptive or similar) Ability to understand complex ecosystems and translate them into sophisticated financial and operational models Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively across functions and seniority levels Solid understanding of long-term investment return modeling and capital allocation principles Conditions & Benefits Stable salary, official employment Hybrid work mode and flexible schedule Relocation package offered for candidates moving to Cyprus Access to professional counseling services including psychological, financial, and legal support Diverse internal training programs Partially or fully paid additional training courses Please take a moment to answer a few quick questions. Your input helps us understand how people discover inDrive and improve how we connect with future talent. Why do you want to work at inDrive? How did you first hear about this job opportunity at inDrive? Before applying, how familiar were you with inDrive?