A&r music jobs in United Kingdom

Sync & Partnerships Manager Central London Full-time Office based £40,000–£50,000 + bonus The Opportunity An established, fast-growing independent music company is looking to appoint a commercially driven Sync & Brand Manager to lead and significantly grow synchronisation and brand licensing revenues. Working closely with senior leadership, this is a highly outward-facing role with genuine ownership over revenue generation across advertising, film, TV, trailers, gaming and digital platforms. The role suits someone who thrives on deal-making, relationship-building and turning creative assets into meaningful commercial outcomes. The company operates across records, publishing and artist services, representing a culturally relevant roster alongside globally recognised catalogue works, and has a strong reputation for creative integrity paired with commercial ambition. Key Responsibilities Sync & Licensing • Proactively source, pitch and secure sync placements across advertising, film, TV, trailers, gaming and digital media, • Leverage senior-level relationships with music supervisors, agencies, production companies and brands to generate consistent deal flow, • Lead negotiations on fees, usage, term and territory in collaboration with internal stakeholders, • Drive monetisation across both frontline releases and catalogue with a clear revenue focus, • Manage the end-to-end licensing process, ensuring efficient execution and delivery, • Own and maintain the company’s DISCO platform, ensuring assets and metadata are accurately tagged and commercially pitch-ready Brand Partnerships & Revenue Growth • Identify, pitch and close commercially aligned brand partnerships, • Develop repeat and long-term brand relationships that generate sustainable income, • Work closely with brands and agencies to deliver campaigns that balance commercial objectives with creative integrity, • Spot new opportunities across emerging platforms, sectors and markets Strategy & Collaboration • Embed sync and brand strategy into release planning and catalogue exploitation alongside A&R, marketing and publishing teams, • Forecast, track and report on revenue performance and pipeline, • Contribute to wider commercial growth initiatives, • Maintain strong awareness of market trends, benchmarks and rate cards About you • Proven experience in sync, licensing or brand partnerships within the music industry, • Demonstrable track record of closing commercially meaningful sync and brand deals, • Strong existing network across music supervision, agencies, production companies and brands, • Confident negotiator with excellent commercial judgement, • Highly organised, results-focused and comfortable owning revenue targets, • Strong understanding of copyright, licensing structures and deal terms, • Confident across both master and publishing rights, • Knowledge of UK and international markets; US experience advantageous What’s On Offer • £40,000–£50,000 salary, depending on experience, • Performance-related bonus, • Private health insurance, • Enhanced pension scheme, • High-impact role with real autonomy and revenue responsibility, • Opportunity to work with a diverse, culturally relevant roster and catalogue, • Collaborative, ambitious team environment based in London

At Sony Music Publishing (“SMP”), we believe every voice matters. We are the #1 global music publisher, advancing the artistry of the world’s greatest songwriters and composers for over 25 years. We keep songwriters at the forefront of everything we do, and design our suite of services to amplify opportunities, build connections, and defend their rights. Our roster benefits from an international team committed to providing support at every career stage. From classic catalogues to contemporary hitmakers, history is always being written. We are a part of the Sony family of global companies. Learn more about SMP here. Why join Sony Music Group? Here at Sony Music Group, we are shaping what’s next in a way that creates impact. Forging powerful new ideas at the heart of music, technology, and culture that entertain and move people. This is your opportunity. Part of a global community, united by individual passion, rising to that challenge every day. Adapting at pace and supporting one another, inspired to influence the future. For the benefit of you, our people; our creators, our business, and wider society too. Be a part of an organization that is creator first. Committed to fueling excellence and always imagining more, while fostering a supportive culture, one where we elevate each other and act responsibly. About the Department Our Copyright Department ensures the accurate registration, monitoring, and protection of Sony Music Publishing’s UK catalogue, both domestically and internationally. We also represent affiliate catalogues within the UK, handling detailed song-level data with utmost attention. Success in this team requires: • Knowledge of UK and international copyright law and procedures, • Understanding of rights management and global society systems, • A detail-oriented, investigative approach, • Clear, concise communication skills (written and verbal), • Data literacy and awareness of its impact on projects About the Role This position is ideal for candidates eager to begin a career in copyright administration. As a Copyright Analyst you will be responsible for ensuring the accurate and efficient processing of new and updated copyright information for designated catalogue clients. Maintaining high data standards is essential, as is collaborating effectively with internal managers and clients. Success in this role requires initiative, proactive problem-solving, and the ability to manage high volumes of data entry with accuracy while maintaining high levels of concentration; the integrity of data is key for the Copyright function. You will report workflow or complex issues to the Senior Copyright Analyst. You will work closely with the Tracking and Global Administration teams, both logistically and technically, and should be comfortable managing your own workload independently. Externally, you will communicate with clients and management, analyse collection societies’ workflows, and demonstrate clear, concise communication skills. You will utilise several in-house databases as well as some of the collection societies’ systems (e.g. PRS). What You’ll Do: (job responsibilities) Song/Catalogue Delivery & Ingestion • Screening of client-delivered song data for errors and missing information, • Prioritize and fast-track clients/songs as needed, • Coordinate with the Global Nashville Hub for claim harmonisation and global registration, • Configure key data within database systems and ensure worldwide registration via CWR, • Maintain smooth workflow operations through proactive problem-solving and client education, • Manage expectations of both external clients and internal management Workload Reporting • Regularly report progress, issues, and open cases to Senior Management, • Provide feedback at departmental meetings to discuss outcomes and challenges, • Manage system corrections and error tracking, • Use Excel and Sony MP mainframe reporting tools proficiently, • Utilize departmental workload management tools to ensure both turnover and visibility Prioritisation • Ensure all songs meet Sony MP data standards before setup, • Maintain a steady workflow to the Nashville data hub Copyright Expertise: • Develop a full understanding of different workflow processes., • Develop skills in works registration, agreement processing, duplicate claims, and resolving complex queries, • Engage with overseas copyright protocols and understand their impact on UK operations Essential requirements • Numerate, • Strong attention to detail, • High levels of accuracy, • Able to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders using appropriate formats (oral, written and digital), • Methodical and organised approach to work, • Able to maintain focus and accuracy in high-volume, process-driven environments., • Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 applications (specifically Excel, Word, Teams and Outlook) Desirable requirements • A genuine interest in a broad range of music, • Intermediate level in Excel Our many benefits have something for everyone! • You join an inclusive, collaborative and global community where you have the opportunity to fuel the creative journey, • A modern office environment designed to foster productivity, creativity, and teamwork, • An attractive and comprehensive benefits package including medical, life & income protection coverage, interest free season ticket loans and an attractive pension offering, • Voluntary self-funded benefits like dental, travel, critical illness cover and online per support, enhanced family-friendly policies (maternity/paternity), • We invest in your professional growth & development, • Employee Assistance Programme As an active part of a culturally and socially diverse society, Sony Music Publishing’s aim is that our workforce is diverse and inclusive. Sony Music Publishing is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity. We employ, retain, promote and otherwise treat all employees and job applicants according to their merit, qualifications, competence and talent. We apply this policy without regard to any individual’s sex, race, religion, origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition or disability.

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