Warner Music Group
ML Engineer / Data Scientist, Applied AI page is loaded ML Engineer / Data Scientist, Applied AIremote type: Hybridlocations: GBR - 27 Wrights Lane - Londontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-026462ML Engineer / Data Scientist, Applied AI Job Description: At Warner Music Group, we're a global collective of music makers and music lovers, tech innovators and inspired entrepreneurs, game-changing creatives and passionate team members. Here, we turn dreams into stardom and audiences into fans. We are guided by three core values that underpin everything we do across all our diverse businesses: Curiosity : We do our best work when we're immersing ourselves in culture and breaking through barriers. Curiosity is the driving force behind creativity and ingenuity. It fuels innovation, and innovation is the key to our future. Collaboration : Making music and bringing it to the world is all about the power of originality amplified by teamwork. A great idea, like a great song, travels globally. We ignite passions and build connections across our diverse community of artists, songwriters, partners, and fans. Commitment : We pursue excellence for our team and our talent. Everything in music starts with a leap into the unknown, and we're committed to keeping the faith, acting with integrity, and delivering on our promises. WMG is home to a wide range of artists, musicians, and songwriters that fuel our success. That is why we are committed to creating a work environment that actively values, appreciates, and respects everyone. We encourage applications from people with a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. Consider a career at WMG and get the best of both worlds - an innovative global music company that retains the creative spirit of a nimble independent. This role is the technical engine of our AI transformation. You will be responsible for bringing our most impactful AI models out of the lab and scaling them into reliable, high-performance production systems. Mission Reporting to the VP Data Solutions & Innovation within the Business Intelligence organization, you will lead the technical effort in exploring, validating, and accelerating the next generation of AI use cases. Your mission is focused on rapid scientific discovery and robust engineering: you will design and execute advanced modeling experiments to unlock new business value, and you will ensure that the most successful prototypes are engineered into scalable, high-performance production systems.You will operate with an innovator's mindset, tackling complex, unstructured music and market data, using techniques such as Deep Learning and Generative AI. Your core objective is to maximize the rate of successful innovation and reliably deploy verified solutions, ensuring our entire BI ecosystem is propelled toward predictive and augmented intelligence. Key responsibilities Rapid Modeling & Experimentation: Design, develop, and benchmark state-of-the-art machine learning models (forecasting, segmentation, recommendation, NLP, etc.) with a strong emphasis on quick iteration and scientific validation of new concepts. Generative AI & Exploration: Lead hands-on technical exploration into advanced techniques, including LLMs, RAG architectures, and Generative AI applications to create new forms of automated analysis and augmented intelligence products. Production Engineering & MLOps: Translate validated prototypes into robust, production-ready specifications, and lead the implementation of MLOps best practices (CI/CD, monitoring, serving) required for the reliable deployment of models. Complex Data & Feature Engineering: Deeply explore complex, multi-modal data (e.g., high-dimensional data, text, time series) defining the necessary features and data pipelines to support highly accurate experimental models for strategic analysis. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with the Product Manager, Data Scientists, and business stakeholders to ensure technical solutions maximize tangible business impact and adhere to ethical AI standards. Technology Scouting: Drive innovation through hands-on exploration of new AI technologies, including LLMs, GenAI, and vector databases, and evaluate their practical application to our music and operational data. Knowledge Transfer: Contribute to AI adoption and technical literacy across the company through clear documentation, workshops, and knowledge sharing with both technical and non-technical teams. Skills & Experience Education: Bachelor's degree required in Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a highly technical quantitative discipline. A Master's degree (MS) or higher is strongly preferred. Experience: 2+ years of professional experience as a Machine Learning Engineer, Applied ML Scientist, or similar role, with a clear focus on productionizing models and advanced AI techniques. Technical Depth: Strong expertise in Python development and established skills in deploying and managing the full lifecycle of complex ML/DL models. Experience with advanced analysis of unstructured or multi-modal data (e.g., high-dimensional feature vectors, dense embeddings) is highly valued. MLOps Mindset: Proven track record of transforming R&D proofs-of-concept into robust, scalable, and monitored production-grade ML solutions. Engineering Rigor: A background in software engineering best practices (clean code, testing, Git) is essential. Communication: Exceptional ability to communicate complex concepts and model limitations clearly and effectively to product and non-technical stakeholders. Domain Affinity: High curiosity and enthusiasm for music, entertainment, or culture is a strong plus. WMG is committed to inclusion and diversity in all aspects of our business. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and will evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, religion or belief, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, disability, pregnancy, childbirth or any other characteristic protected by law.
ML Engineer / Data Scientist, Applied AI page is loaded ML Engineer / Data Scientist, Applied AIremote type: Hybridlocations: GBR - 27 Wrights Lane - Londontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-026462ML Engineer / Data Scientist, Applied AI Job Description: At Warner Music Group, we're a global collective of music makers and music lovers, tech innovators and inspired entrepreneurs, game-changing creatives and passionate team members. Here, we turn dreams into stardom and audiences into fans. We are guided by three core values that underpin everything we do across all our diverse businesses: Curiosity : We do our best work when we're immersing ourselves in culture and breaking through barriers. Curiosity is the driving force behind creativity and ingenuity. It fuels innovation, and innovation is the key to our future. Collaboration : Making music and bringing it to the world is all about the power of originality amplified by teamwork. A great idea, like a great song, travels globally. We ignite passions and build connections across our diverse community of artists, songwriters, partners, and fans. Commitment : We pursue excellence for our team and our talent. Everything in music starts with a leap into the unknown, and we're committed to keeping the faith, acting with integrity, and delivering on our promises. WMG is home to a wide range of artists, musicians, and songwriters that fuel our success. That is why we are committed to creating a work environment that actively values, appreciates, and respects everyone. We encourage applications from people with a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. Consider a career at WMG and get the best of both worlds - an innovative global music company that retains the creative spirit of a nimble independent. This role is the technical engine of our AI transformation. You will be responsible for bringing our most impactful AI models out of the lab and scaling them into reliable, high-performance production systems. Mission Reporting to the VP Data Solutions & Innovation within the Business Intelligence organization, you will lead the technical effort in exploring, validating, and accelerating the next generation of AI use cases. Your mission is focused on rapid scientific discovery and robust engineering: you will design and execute advanced modeling experiments to unlock new business value, and you will ensure that the most successful prototypes are engineered into scalable, high-performance production systems.You will operate with an innovator's mindset, tackling complex, unstructured music and market data, using techniques such as Deep Learning and Generative AI. Your core objective is to maximize the rate of successful innovation and reliably deploy verified solutions, ensuring our entire BI ecosystem is propelled toward predictive and augmented intelligence. Key responsibilities Rapid Modeling & Experimentation: Design, develop, and benchmark state-of-the-art machine learning models (forecasting, segmentation, recommendation, NLP, etc.) with a strong emphasis on quick iteration and scientific validation of new concepts. Generative AI & Exploration: Lead hands-on technical exploration into advanced techniques, including LLMs, RAG architectures, and Generative AI applications to create new forms of automated analysis and augmented intelligence products. Production Engineering & MLOps: Translate validated prototypes into robust, production-ready specifications, and lead the implementation of MLOps best practices (CI/CD, monitoring, serving) required for the reliable deployment of models. Complex Data & Feature Engineering: Deeply explore complex, multi-modal data (e.g., high-dimensional data, text, time series) defining the necessary features and data pipelines to support highly accurate experimental models for strategic analysis. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with the Product Manager, Data Scientists, and business stakeholders to ensure technical solutions maximize tangible business impact and adhere to ethical AI standards. Technology Scouting: Drive innovation through hands-on exploration of new AI technologies, including LLMs, GenAI, and vector databases, and evaluate their practical application to our music and operational data. Knowledge Transfer: Contribute to AI adoption and technical literacy across the company through clear documentation, workshops, and knowledge sharing with both technical and non-technical teams. Skills & Experience Education: Bachelor's degree required in Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a highly technical quantitative discipline. A Master's degree (MS) or higher is strongly preferred. Experience: 2+ years of professional experience as a Machine Learning Engineer, Applied ML Scientist, or similar role, with a clear focus on productionizing models and advanced AI techniques. Technical Depth: Strong expertise in Python development and established skills in deploying and managing the full lifecycle of complex ML/DL models. Experience with advanced analysis of unstructured or multi-modal data (e.g., high-dimensional feature vectors, dense embeddings) is highly valued. MLOps Mindset: Proven track record of transforming R&D proofs-of-concept into robust, scalable, and monitored production-grade ML solutions. Engineering Rigor: A background in software engineering best practices (clean code, testing, Git) is essential. Communication: Exceptional ability to communicate complex concepts and model limitations clearly and effectively to product and non-technical stakeholders. Domain Affinity: High curiosity and enthusiasm for music, entertainment, or culture is a strong plus. WMG is committed to inclusion and diversity in all aspects of our business. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and will evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, religion or belief, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, disability, pregnancy, childbirth or any other characteristic protected by law.
Warner Music Group
City, London
Manager, Market Research & Analytics Job Description: At Warner Music Group, we're a global collective of music makers and music lovers, tech innovators and inspired entrepreneurs, game-changing creatives and passionate team members. Here, we turn dreams into stardom and audiences into fans. We are guided by three core values that underpin everything we do across all our diverse businesses: Curiosity : We do our best work when we're immersing ourselves in culture and breaking through barriers. Curiosity is the driving force behind creativity and ingenuity. It fuels innovation, and innovation is the key to our future. Collaboration : Making music and bringing it to the world is all about the power of originality amplified by teamwork. A great idea, like a great song, travels globally. We ignite passions and build connections across our diverse community of artists, songwriters, partners, and fans. Commitment : We pursue excellence for our team and our talent. Everything in music starts with a leap into the unknown, and we're committed to keeping the faith, acting with integrity, and delivering on our promises. WMG is home to a wide range of artists, musicians, and songwriters that fuel our success. That is why we are committed to creating a work environment that actively values, appreciates, and respects everyone. We encourage applications from people with a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. Consider a career at WMG and get the best of both worlds - an innovative global music company that retains the creative spirit of a nimble independent. Job title: Manager, Market Research & Analytics Position Summary We are seeking a highly analytical and music-passionate Manager, Market Research & Analytics to join our Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) and EMEA sales team. This pivotal role is dedicated to identifying and evaluating potential acquisition opportunities within the global music catalogue landscape through advanced data analysis and providing commercial insight support for physical sales in EMEA. You will be instrumental in leveraging quantitative and qualitative insights to inform strategic catalogue acquisitions and contribute significantly to our growth initiatives. Responsibilities Catalogue Discovery & Market Analysis: Lead comprehensive data-driven research initiatives to identify emerging and established music catalogues with acquisition potential across the global landscape. Develop and implement sophisticated methodologies for gathering, synthesizing, and analysing vast datasets related to artist catalogues, royalty streams, historical performance, genre trends, and competitive activity. Utilize and expand research tools and platforms (e.g., Music Connect, Sodatone, Chartmetric, Mediabase, or similar industry-specific analytics tools) to uncover unique qualitative and quantitative insights on potential acquisition targets. Generate advanced market landscape analyses and competitive intelligence reports, highlighting trends, valuations, and actionable insights for senior leadership. Data & Insights Generation: Design and execute data pulls, transformations, and analyses to support catalogue valuation and acquisition strategy, moving beyond basic scenario analysis to deeper predictive insights. Develop and maintain robust data pipelines and analytical frameworks to ensure data accuracy, integrity, and timely delivery for internal review and strategic decision-making. Proactively identify gaps in market data and develop creative solutions for data collection and analysis to enhance our understanding of the music catalogue ecosystem. Strategic Reporting & Communication: Craft compelling, data-rich presentations, reports, and internal memos for senior leadership and key stakeholders, effectively outlining M&A opportunities, detailed analytical findings, and strategic recommendations. Design and create advanced charts, graphs, and other visual aids to communicate complex analytical insights and market trends with exceptional clarity and impact, akin to "data storytelling skills" found in A&R Research. Regularly communicate research findings and insights to both the M&A team and broader internal stakeholders, contributing to a data-driven acquisition strategy. Strategic Market & Sales Performance Analysis: Design and execute advanced analytical projects using internal and external market data to measure and forecast performance for physical sales channels across EMEA. This includes analysing sales trends, market share, competitive activity, and SKU performance to identify growth opportunities and potential risks. Develop Actionable Insights and Recommendations: Translate complex quantitative and qualitative data findings into clear, strategic, and localized recommendations that inform the EMEA physical sales strategy, target setting, promotional effectiveness, and go-to-market plans for key countries. Manage Data Infrastructure and Reporting Dashboards: Own the design, maintenance, and distribution of key Commercial/Sales performance metrics (KPIs) and dashboards (e.g., using Power BI or Tableau). Ensure data quality and integrity across all sales and market research data sources used for physical sales reporting. Support Sales Planning and Forecasting: Collaborate closely with regional EMEA Sales Leadership and Finance teams to provide data-driven input for annual sales planning, territory design, and accurate quarterly/monthly sales and revenue forecasts for physical goods sold in the EMEA markets. Oversee Market Research Projects: Manage the relationship with external market research vendors and internal teams to initiate, budget, and execute custom research studies (e.g., segmentation, pricing studies, customer journey mapping) relevant to the physical retail and distribution channels in EMEA. Key Requirements Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Data Science, Statistics, Music Business, or a related quantitative field. An MBA or CFA designation is a plus. 3+ years of progressive experience in a data-driven research, analytics, or A&R role, with a proven track record of extracting actionable insights from large datasets. Exceptional analytical and quantitative skills, with a meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to data accuracy. Advanced proficiency in data analysis tools and platforms (e.g., SQL, Python, R, Tableau, Power BI) and expert-level skills in Microsoft Excel (e.g., advanced pivot tables, complex formulas). A profound passion for music and a deep understanding of the global music industry landscape, including intellectual property rights, royalty structures, and the cultural and commercial aspects of music. Superior written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to translate complex data into clear, concise, and compelling strategic recommendations. Highly organized, proactive, and adept at managing multiple complex research projects and competing deadlines in a demanding, fast-paced environment. Demonstrated ability to handle highly confidential information with the utmost discretion and professionalism. WMG is committed to inclusion and diversity in all aspects of our business. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and will evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, religion or belief, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, disability, pregnancy, childbirth or any other characteristic protected by law.
Manager, Market Research & Analytics Job Description: At Warner Music Group, we're a global collective of music makers and music lovers, tech innovators and inspired entrepreneurs, game-changing creatives and passionate team members. Here, we turn dreams into stardom and audiences into fans. We are guided by three core values that underpin everything we do across all our diverse businesses: Curiosity : We do our best work when we're immersing ourselves in culture and breaking through barriers. Curiosity is the driving force behind creativity and ingenuity. It fuels innovation, and innovation is the key to our future. Collaboration : Making music and bringing it to the world is all about the power of originality amplified by teamwork. A great idea, like a great song, travels globally. We ignite passions and build connections across our diverse community of artists, songwriters, partners, and fans. Commitment : We pursue excellence for our team and our talent. Everything in music starts with a leap into the unknown, and we're committed to keeping the faith, acting with integrity, and delivering on our promises. WMG is home to a wide range of artists, musicians, and songwriters that fuel our success. That is why we are committed to creating a work environment that actively values, appreciates, and respects everyone. We encourage applications from people with a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. Consider a career at WMG and get the best of both worlds - an innovative global music company that retains the creative spirit of a nimble independent. Job title: Manager, Market Research & Analytics Position Summary We are seeking a highly analytical and music-passionate Manager, Market Research & Analytics to join our Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) and EMEA sales team. This pivotal role is dedicated to identifying and evaluating potential acquisition opportunities within the global music catalogue landscape through advanced data analysis and providing commercial insight support for physical sales in EMEA. You will be instrumental in leveraging quantitative and qualitative insights to inform strategic catalogue acquisitions and contribute significantly to our growth initiatives. Responsibilities Catalogue Discovery & Market Analysis: Lead comprehensive data-driven research initiatives to identify emerging and established music catalogues with acquisition potential across the global landscape. Develop and implement sophisticated methodologies for gathering, synthesizing, and analysing vast datasets related to artist catalogues, royalty streams, historical performance, genre trends, and competitive activity. Utilize and expand research tools and platforms (e.g., Music Connect, Sodatone, Chartmetric, Mediabase, or similar industry-specific analytics tools) to uncover unique qualitative and quantitative insights on potential acquisition targets. Generate advanced market landscape analyses and competitive intelligence reports, highlighting trends, valuations, and actionable insights for senior leadership. Data & Insights Generation: Design and execute data pulls, transformations, and analyses to support catalogue valuation and acquisition strategy, moving beyond basic scenario analysis to deeper predictive insights. Develop and maintain robust data pipelines and analytical frameworks to ensure data accuracy, integrity, and timely delivery for internal review and strategic decision-making. Proactively identify gaps in market data and develop creative solutions for data collection and analysis to enhance our understanding of the music catalogue ecosystem. Strategic Reporting & Communication: Craft compelling, data-rich presentations, reports, and internal memos for senior leadership and key stakeholders, effectively outlining M&A opportunities, detailed analytical findings, and strategic recommendations. Design and create advanced charts, graphs, and other visual aids to communicate complex analytical insights and market trends with exceptional clarity and impact, akin to "data storytelling skills" found in A&R Research. Regularly communicate research findings and insights to both the M&A team and broader internal stakeholders, contributing to a data-driven acquisition strategy. Strategic Market & Sales Performance Analysis: Design and execute advanced analytical projects using internal and external market data to measure and forecast performance for physical sales channels across EMEA. This includes analysing sales trends, market share, competitive activity, and SKU performance to identify growth opportunities and potential risks. Develop Actionable Insights and Recommendations: Translate complex quantitative and qualitative data findings into clear, strategic, and localized recommendations that inform the EMEA physical sales strategy, target setting, promotional effectiveness, and go-to-market plans for key countries. Manage Data Infrastructure and Reporting Dashboards: Own the design, maintenance, and distribution of key Commercial/Sales performance metrics (KPIs) and dashboards (e.g., using Power BI or Tableau). Ensure data quality and integrity across all sales and market research data sources used for physical sales reporting. Support Sales Planning and Forecasting: Collaborate closely with regional EMEA Sales Leadership and Finance teams to provide data-driven input for annual sales planning, territory design, and accurate quarterly/monthly sales and revenue forecasts for physical goods sold in the EMEA markets. Oversee Market Research Projects: Manage the relationship with external market research vendors and internal teams to initiate, budget, and execute custom research studies (e.g., segmentation, pricing studies, customer journey mapping) relevant to the physical retail and distribution channels in EMEA. Key Requirements Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Data Science, Statistics, Music Business, or a related quantitative field. An MBA or CFA designation is a plus. 3+ years of progressive experience in a data-driven research, analytics, or A&R role, with a proven track record of extracting actionable insights from large datasets. Exceptional analytical and quantitative skills, with a meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to data accuracy. Advanced proficiency in data analysis tools and platforms (e.g., SQL, Python, R, Tableau, Power BI) and expert-level skills in Microsoft Excel (e.g., advanced pivot tables, complex formulas). A profound passion for music and a deep understanding of the global music industry landscape, including intellectual property rights, royalty structures, and the cultural and commercial aspects of music. Superior written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to translate complex data into clear, concise, and compelling strategic recommendations. Highly organized, proactive, and adept at managing multiple complex research projects and competing deadlines in a demanding, fast-paced environment. Demonstrated ability to handle highly confidential information with the utmost discretion and professionalism. WMG is committed to inclusion and diversity in all aspects of our business. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and will evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, religion or belief, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, disability, pregnancy, childbirth or any other characteristic protected by law.
Warner Music Group
City, London
Senior Manager, Legal & Business Affairs, Rhino page is loaded Senior Manager, Legal & Business Affairs, Rhinoremote type: Hybridlocations: GBR - 27 Wrights Lane - Londontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-026367Senior Manager, Legal & Business Affairs, Rhino Job Description: At Warner Music Group, we're a global collective of music makers and music lovers, tech innovators and inspired entrepreneurs, game-changing creatives and passionate team members. Here, we turn dreams into stardom and audiences into fans. We are guided by three core values that underpin everything we do across all our diverse businesses: Curiosity : We do our best work when we're immersing ourselves in culture and breaking through barriers. Curiosity is the driving force behind creativity and ingenuity. It fuels innovation, and innovation is the key to our future. Collaboration : Making music and bringing it to the world is all about the power of originality amplified by teamwork. A great idea, like a great song, travels globally. We ignite passions and build connections across our diverse community of artists, songwriters, partners, and fans. Commitment : We pursue excellence for our team and our talent. Everything in music starts with a leap into the unknown, and we're committed to keeping the faith, acting with integrity, and delivering on our promises. WMG is home to a wide range of artists, musicians, and songwriters that fuel our success. That is why we are committed to creating a work environment that actively values, appreciates, and respects everyone. We encourage applications from people with a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. Consider a career at WMG and get the best of both worlds - an innovative global music company that retains the creative spirit of a nimble independent. Senior Manager, Legal & Business Affairs, Rhino A little bit about our team: The Legal & Business Affairs department is a close-knit team of lawyers and paralegals who work closely with Warner Music UK's frontline labels, catalogue division and distribution business to negotiate, draft and manage a wide range of agreements with artists and third parties to ensure necessary rights and clearances are in place for product releases and the other activities of our artists Your role: This role is responsible for advising the Rhino catalogue team on our rights in the Warner Music UK recorded music catalogue; and for the negotiation, drafting and management of a variety of agreements with both artists and third parties relating to our catalogue Here you'll get to: You will advise the catalogue team on the extent and nature of our rights in the catalogue (including investigating our rights and undertaking due diligence) You will working alongside the catalogue team to ensure all necessary rights and clearances are in place for new catalogue product releases and projects You will manage enquiries from catalogue artists and their representatives about their agreements You will resolve disputes arising in relation to the catalogue About you: You will be a qualified solicitor with experience in a legal or business affairs role within the music industry (ideally you will have 4 years PQE, but we're happy to also hear from lawyers with less PQE if you have other applicable experience) You are experienced in negotiating and drafting the full range of artist and third party agreements related to recorded music catalogues (recording and licensing agreements, producer agreements, featured artist agreements, sample licences etc.) You have excellent attention to detail and experience of analysing rights issues You have strong communication, negotiation and drafting skills WMG is committed to inclusion and diversity in all aspects of our business. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and will evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, religion or belief, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, disability, pregnancy, childbirth or any other characteristic protected by law.
Senior Manager, Legal & Business Affairs, Rhino page is loaded Senior Manager, Legal & Business Affairs, Rhinoremote type: Hybridlocations: GBR - 27 Wrights Lane - Londontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-026367Senior Manager, Legal & Business Affairs, Rhino Job Description: At Warner Music Group, we're a global collective of music makers and music lovers, tech innovators and inspired entrepreneurs, game-changing creatives and passionate team members. Here, we turn dreams into stardom and audiences into fans. We are guided by three core values that underpin everything we do across all our diverse businesses: Curiosity : We do our best work when we're immersing ourselves in culture and breaking through barriers. Curiosity is the driving force behind creativity and ingenuity. It fuels innovation, and innovation is the key to our future. Collaboration : Making music and bringing it to the world is all about the power of originality amplified by teamwork. A great idea, like a great song, travels globally. We ignite passions and build connections across our diverse community of artists, songwriters, partners, and fans. Commitment : We pursue excellence for our team and our talent. Everything in music starts with a leap into the unknown, and we're committed to keeping the faith, acting with integrity, and delivering on our promises. WMG is home to a wide range of artists, musicians, and songwriters that fuel our success. That is why we are committed to creating a work environment that actively values, appreciates, and respects everyone. We encourage applications from people with a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. Consider a career at WMG and get the best of both worlds - an innovative global music company that retains the creative spirit of a nimble independent. Senior Manager, Legal & Business Affairs, Rhino A little bit about our team: The Legal & Business Affairs department is a close-knit team of lawyers and paralegals who work closely with Warner Music UK's frontline labels, catalogue division and distribution business to negotiate, draft and manage a wide range of agreements with artists and third parties to ensure necessary rights and clearances are in place for product releases and the other activities of our artists Your role: This role is responsible for advising the Rhino catalogue team on our rights in the Warner Music UK recorded music catalogue; and for the negotiation, drafting and management of a variety of agreements with both artists and third parties relating to our catalogue Here you'll get to: You will advise the catalogue team on the extent and nature of our rights in the catalogue (including investigating our rights and undertaking due diligence) You will working alongside the catalogue team to ensure all necessary rights and clearances are in place for new catalogue product releases and projects You will manage enquiries from catalogue artists and their representatives about their agreements You will resolve disputes arising in relation to the catalogue About you: You will be a qualified solicitor with experience in a legal or business affairs role within the music industry (ideally you will have 4 years PQE, but we're happy to also hear from lawyers with less PQE if you have other applicable experience) You are experienced in negotiating and drafting the full range of artist and third party agreements related to recorded music catalogues (recording and licensing agreements, producer agreements, featured artist agreements, sample licences etc.) You have excellent attention to detail and experience of analysing rights issues You have strong communication, negotiation and drafting skills WMG is committed to inclusion and diversity in all aspects of our business. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and will evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, religion or belief, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, disability, pregnancy, childbirth or any other characteristic protected by law.