Sr. Manager, A&R and Label Acquisition

This is a Full Time Job

Why this could be your next big break:

The Sr. Manager will play a crucial role in driving A&R communications and streamlining the deal making across ADA. This role will have a direct supporting relationship to the Vice President of A&R, will work closely with Legal and Business Affairs and Finance, and will collaborate with several other departments and global ADA team members.

Here you'll get to:
• Manage deal flow across all active conversations, ensuring finance and label management teams have what they need to approve and onboard new clients
• Set pitch meetings with the wider team, distilling context internally and preparing decks as needed
• Produce PowerPoint and Excel reports and charts to communicate deal strategy and track progress
• Work with the finance teams on deal modelling, advising on comparable artists and growth trends
• Work with the business and legal affairs team throughout the drafting process, ensuring accurate deal terms and working through nuances on deal structures
• Cultivate a network of contacts within the independent music community, and make creative connections with a goal of bringing in incremental business
• Attend concerts, studio sessions and playbacks as needed

About you:
• You enjoy working in a fast paced work environment requiring strong multitasking skills, excellent time management, and an ability to prioritize your workload
• You are highly organized with a strong attention to detail and follow up, & are able to work in a team environment
• You have excellent interpersonal skills and are a strategic thinker who is results-oriented
• You are able to work under pressure, communicate effectively, and deliver on deadlines
• You have excellent communication skills (both written and oral)
• You are very experienced with Microsoft office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
• You have the ability to track a large volume of deals, conversations, and partnerships, with the aim of achieving a mutually beneficial outcome for all
• You are a problem solver, with the ability to reach out the right people to work through roadblocks and accelerate timelines
• Maintain highly confidential and sensitive information

It would be music to our ears if you also had:
• A college degree preferred
• Experience/ within the independent distribution space
• Extensive network of relationships in the independent music space
• You have 5-7 previous years of experience in a contract administration, finance, or A&R role



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.

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Salary Range
$80,000 to $90,000 Annually

Salary ranges are included for job postings where required by law. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as work experience and business needs. The pay range is subject to change at any time dependent on a variety of internal and external factors.




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