Director, Corporate Development

This is a Full Time Job

WMG's top priority is the safety and wellbeing of its team members, artists and songwriters across the globe. In response to COVID-19, WMG is fully committed to helping its people balance their home and life commitments with flexible working options, virtual wellness sessions, and more. WMG strives to maintain a COVID-free workplace. To that end, being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 is a condition of employment for all US new employees, prior to the commencement of employment. If you are hired, you will be required to provide proof of your vaccination as part of your new employee onboarding process, subject to our legal obligation to make reasonable accommodations in certain limited circumstances.

Job Description:

At Warner Music Group we're all about our people. Our global company is made up of knowledgeable, passionate, and creative individuals. Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion fosters a culture where you can truly belong, contribute, and grow. We believe in each individual's value and encourage applications from people of any age, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, and any other characteristic or identity.

It is the mission of every member of the WMG team around the world to create a nurturing environment for artists, songwriters, and the people behind the music – at every stage of their career. We strive to set WMG apart by embracing innovation – an integral part of our company's DNA.

Consider a career at WMG and be a part of one of the most influential forces in culture today.

Job Title: Director, Corporate Development

A little bit about our team:

The Corporate Development team sits within WMG's global Business Development department, whose focus is on driving strategic growth across WMG. The Business Development department is at the forefront of WMG's key commercial partnerships, with the Corporate Development team driving inorganic growth through investment, acquisition, and partnership opportunities across various segments of WMG's business.

Why this could be your next big break:

The Director of Corporate Development will be an integral part of WMG's Business Development team, supporting the head of Corporate Development in sourcing and executing investments and acquisitions consistent 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 interfacing with a variety of external partners and businesses, with the ability to quickly analyze and articulate key business drivers across the music, media, and technology space.

Here you'll get to:
• Originate, evaluate, negotiate, and structure acquisitions, minority investments, and joint ventures
• Generate comprehensive analysis of investment opportunities through market research, financial modelling (including discounted cash flow analysis, merger analysis, etc.), synergy analysis, and strategic integration/activation planning
• Assist, and lead where necessary, due diligence 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, business cases, and projects that relate to WMG's strategic planning and business development 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 modelling skills, including valuation and DCF principles for companies and investment opportunities at different stages of growth
• Excellent communication and present