Corporate Development Manager

A little bit about our team and the role:

The Manager, Corporate Development will be an integral part of WMG's Corporate Development team. They will support sourcing and completing investments and acquisitions aligned with WMG's strategy and priorities. Working horizontally across the organization, the role will have direct exposure to global leaders around WMG, touching various aspects of our business. The right candidate must be comfortable working with various internal and external partners and businesses. They should quickly analyze and explain key drivers in music, media, and technology.

Here, you'll get to:
• Support the origination, evaluation, negotiation, and structuring of acquisitions, minority investments, and joint ventures
• Generate comprehensive analysis of investment opportunities through market research, financial modeling (including discounted cash flow analysis, merger analysis, etc.), alignment analysis, and strategic integration/activation planning
• Assist, and lead where necessary, due diligence and post-merger integration on potential acquisition/investment targets
• Support internal transaction approval process, including preparation and presentation of transaction summaries and recommendations to senior management
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across WMG to take transactions from ideation to execution and integration
• Provide input on new initiatives, arguments, and projects that relate to WMG's long-term goals and growth activities
• Develop and maintain external network of dealmakers and industry experts in support of identifying key market trends and sourcing new opportunities

About you:
• Sophisticated analysis and financial modeling skills, including valuation and DCF principles for companies and investment opportunities at different stages of growth
• Excellent communication and presentation skills (verbal and written)
• Comprehensive understanding of major media platforms/businesses and emerging technology trends
• Ability to analyze, structure, and negotiate transactions of varying complexity, from seed-stage investments to M&A
• Relationships in the digital media / digital music arena as well as with venture capital and banking firms who work in the sector are preferred
• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines and work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to find opportunities to integrate AI into the deal lifecycle - from target sourcing to diligence to integration

It would be music to our ears if you also had:
• Knowledge of music/media industry a strong plus
• 2-4 years' experience in investment-focused roles, with additional value placed on Corporate Development experience at a music strategic; investment banking and private equity experience also a plus
• Bachelor's Degree required, MBA a plus

Love this job and want to apply?

Click the ''Apply'' link at the top of the page, or apply directly with your LinkedIn. Applying with LinkedIn will import all of the information you put in your profile, but will still allow you to upload a resume and cover letter.

Don't be discouraged if you don't hear from us right away. We're taking our time to review all resumes, and to find the best people for WMG.

Thanks for your interest in working for WMG. We love it here, and think you will, too.

This position requires a minimum of 4 days per week in the office. We value in-office collaboration, which is essential for talent development and strong working relationships. #LI-Onsite

You must be legally authorized to work in the United States as of your first day of employment with WMG. Valid proof of work authorization will be required upon hire in accordance with federal law.

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EVerify Participation Poster.pdf

Right To Work .pdf