Director of Label Management
Universal Music Group
New York, NYThis is a Full Time Job
How we LEAD:
This role will act as an embedded partner within Universal Records, overseeing the day-to-day management of their distributed repertoire while driving commercial strategy and operational excellence across Virgin Music Group's global infrastructure. This Director will ensure seamless coordination between Universal Records and VMG's global teams, aligning strategy, execution, and performance to maximize artist growth and revenue.
This is a highly visible, cross-functional role requiring strong commercial instincts, operational expertise, and the ability to translate data into actionable strategy.
How you'll CREATE:
• Serve as the primary embedded representative and strategic partner between Universal Records and Virgin Music Group
• Act as the central communication bridge, ensuring alignment across teams and territories
• Advise Universal Records leadership on distribution strategy, commercial opportunities, and evolving market dynamics
• Provide expert guidance on leveraging Virgin's platforms, services, and global infrastructure
• Lead priority release planning and execution from inception through post-campaign analysis
• Partner cross-functionally with Commercial Strategy, Marketing, Catalog, Video, Platform Operations, Insights & Analytics, Sync, Finance, and Legal to ensure seamless execution
• Implement best practices across release campaigns to optimize performance globally
• Translate internal and external data into insights and actionable growth strategies for artists, labels, and managers
• Oversee digital and physical product logistics to ensure timely and accurate delivery through VMG systems
• Ensure metadata integrity and operational excellence across all releases
• Collaborate with Commercial Marketing to develop compelling narratives and strategies that drive DSP engagement and visibility
• Maintain accountability for timelines, deliverables, and campaign performance
Bring your VIBE:
• 5+ years of experience in music distribution, label services, record label, management, or related music industry environment
• Deep understanding of digital distribution, DSP ecosystems, marketing strategy, operations, and metadata requirements
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to identify market opportunities and growth levers
• Data-driven mindset with confidence interpreting analytics and presenting insights to stakeholders
• Forward-thinking candidate with experience in AI and a passion for exploring the next frontier of innovation in the music industry
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal
• Proven ability to manage multiple high-priority projects in a fast-paced environment
• Strong relationship builder with a collaborative, service-oriented approach
• Calm under pressure, highly organized, and solutions-focused
• Passion for music, culture, and the intersection of technology and entertainment
Disclaimer: This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change.
Job Category:Business Strategy & Operations
Salary/Benefits
$91,870 - $100,000 /year USD
The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors.
Benefits
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 100% coverage for out-patient in-network mental health services
• Fertility coverage for eligible medical plan participants
• Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes, spa treatments, meal services, travel, and so much more (up to $720/year)
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• 401(k) with 100% immediate vesting on the first 5% of your contributions, plus an additional UMG contribution
• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) for exempt employees
• 3-weeks PTO for non-exempt employees
• 2-weeks paid Winter Break
• 10 Company Holidays (including Juneteenth and Wellbeing Day)
• Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day)
• Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent
Perks
• Join an entrepreneurial, global organization where authenticity, boldness, creativity, connection, driv
Additional Information
Universal Music Group (UMG) is the world's leading music company, committed to artistry, innovation, and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a diverse range of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising, and audiovisual content across more than 60 countries. UMG identifies and develops recording artists and songwriters, producing, distributing, and promoting critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to entertain fans globally. Virgin Music Group (VMG) serves as the primary liaison for Universal Records, managing global commercial relationships and providing services such as marketing, digital strategy, and catalog optimization for artists distributed worldwide through this division.
