Business Affairs App Clearance Manager

Business Affairs App Clearance Manager

Sunnyvale, California, United States

The App Clearance Manager leads the end-to-end rights and clearance process for third-party apps and games used in Apple's global marketing. This role supports Apple's creative, product marketing, and legal teams by ensuring marketing materials meet the highest standards of accuracy, compliance, and creative integrity.

Responsibilities

Lead the clearance of third-party apps and games across Apple's worldwide marketing, ensuring brand, legal, and creative alignment.

Build and maintain relationships with app and game developers to secure permissions and establish long-term partnerships.

Identify, assess, and mitigate IP and licensing risks throughout the creative development lifecycle.

Negotiate and execute licensing and trademark usage agreements when required.

Collaborate cross-functionally with Legal, Product Marketing, App Store, and Developer Relations to manage complex rights and risk issues.

Oversee day-to-day work of contractors, providing guidance, feedback, and escalation support.

Refine and evolve clearance processes to streamline workflows and support scalability across campaigns.

Engage with emerging technologiesincluding AI, machine learning, and ARto anticipate and address evolving IP and licensing challenges.

Minimum Qualifications

7+ years of relevant experience in business affairs, content licensing, advertising, entertainment, law, or related industry.

Demonstrated understanding of IP rights, including copyright, trademark, and licensing principles.

Experience identifying and mitigating third-party IP risks in advertising or marketing contexts.

Proven ability to negotiate agreements and exercise strong business and legal judgment.

Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex legal concepts for creative and non-legal partners.

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with Apple's products, ecosystem, and App Store platforms.

Knowledge of gaming, software, and entertainment IP landscapes.

Experience with digital asset management or clearance-tracking systems.

Comfort navigating complex creative, legal, and operational environments.

Interest in emerging technologies such as AI and their implications for marketing and business affairs.

Bachelor's degree or equivalent required; JD or MBA preferred.

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $146,800 and $221,200, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.