Associate Manager, Licensing

This is a Full Time Job

Universal Music Enterprises (UMe) is the centralized U.S. catalog entity for the Universal Music Group. Working closely in concert with all the company's record labels, UMe provides a global frontline approach to catalog management, a concentration of resources, a greater emphasis on strategic marketing initiatives and opportunities in new and emerging technologies.

How we LEAD:

Universal Music Enterprises (UMe), a division of the Universal Music Group (UMG), is presently seeking a Manager of Audio Licensing in the company's Santa Monica, CA location. This position will be responsible for research and licensing of reissue requests for UME's Audio Licensing Division.

How you'll CREATE:
• Income Tracking of licensing income from both 3rd parties and internal payments
• Payment Requests for licensing deals
• Liaise with Accounts Payable for Invoices
• Maintain and organize files including all relevant correspondence
• Maintain relevant files in the computer-based licensing system
• Assist in department and company projects as needed

Bring your VIBE:
• BA degree required
• 3 years of Income Tracking experience preferred
• Must be able to work under time constraints
• Ability to multi-task and juggle competing priorities
• Must have excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to keep information confidential
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to assess and analyze opportunities and issues
• Extremely well organized
• Ability to work well with others
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365

Perks Playlist:
• Be part of an entrepreneurial, global organization that values authenticity, drive, creativity, relationships, and a competitive spirit
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and FSA options, as well as:
• 100% coverage for out-patient mental health services
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• 100% immediately vested 401(k) match on the first 5% of your contribution on eligible compensation
• • Variety of ways to prioritize much-needed time away from work including:
• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) for exempt employees
• 3-weeks PTO for non-exempt employees
• 2-weeks paid Winter Break
• 10 Paid Holidays (including Juneteenth and Wellbeing Day)
• Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day)
• Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent

Disclaimer: This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change.

All UMG employees are currently required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or provide proof of a negative PCR or Antigen test before entering any Company offices unless they have been approved for an exemption or unless prohibited by applicable law.

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Job Category:Royalties & Copyright

Salary Range:
$64,480- $82,940

The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. All candidates are encouraged to apply.