Director, Client Onboarding at Kobalt Music Group

Nashville, Tennessee, United States

Kobalt Music Group Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
MusicIndustries

Requirements

  • Skilled at managing multiple onboarding projects with complex dependencies and cross-functional teams
  • Comfortable handling large datasets and reconciling client data with precision and consistency
  • Exceptional communication and problem-solving skills with a service-first mindset
  • Proficient in Excel (pivot tables, vlookups) and data handling; experience with SQL is a plus
  • Adapts rapidly to new systems, processes, and business priorities while maintaining high standards of accuracy
  • Demonstrable experience in client onboarding, project management, music publishing, or a related field
  • Strong technical skills in Excel, CSV handling, and data reconciliation
  • Experience working cross-functionally with Legal, Finance, Operations, and Client Service teams
  • Knowledge of music publishing, royalties, and copyright is highly desirable
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines in a dynamic environment
  • Client-Centric Thinking: Anticipates client needs, ensuring a seamless and professional onboarding experience
  • Attention to Detail: Maintains rigorous standards for data accuracy and documentation across complex onboarding workflows
  • Collaborative Leadership: Works effectively across departments, building strong partnerships to deliver successful outcomes

Responsibilities

  • Conduct pre-deal implementation scoping calls for large client onboardings to define needs, scope, and timelines
  • Lead post-deal kickoff meetings, outlining key milestones and expectations for internal and external stakeholders
  • Manage end-to-end project timelines, coordinating across departments to ensure smooth onboarding
  • Partner with Contract Administration, Copyright, Royalties, and Technology teams to remove barriers and maintain momentum
  • Review, clean, and analyze large datasets (CWR v2.1/v2.2, catalogue shipments, CIF, .csv files) to ensure accurate data ingestion
  • Monitor onboarding performance metrics and proactively identify areas for process improvement
  • Support income tracking and revenue recognition activities across key client accounts
  • Oversee the onboarding of key clients across the business, ensuring seamless movement through the onboarding lifecycle from contract entry to catalog ingestion, copyright registration, and beyond
  • Serve as the central point of contact for priority onboarding projects, managing complex workflows and collaborating cross-functionally to deliver a world-class experience for Kobalt’s clients

Skills

Excel
Pivot Tables
VLOOKUP
SQL
Project Management
Data Analysis
Data Reconciliation
CSV Processing
CWR
Cross-Functional Collaboration

Kobalt Music Group

Music publishing and rights management services

About Kobalt Music Group

Kobalt Music Group operates in the global music industry, providing services to artists, songwriters, publishers, and music labels. The company offers a range of services including music publishing, rights management, and royalty collection. Kobalt's technology platform allows clients to access real-time data about their income and activities, ensuring they have full visibility over their earnings and rights. This focus on transparency and control distinguishes Kobalt from traditional music services. The company uses a performance-based revenue model, meaning it only earns when its clients do, and it allows creators to retain 100% ownership of their work. Kobalt's goal is to empower music creators by enhancing their financial returns and providing them with the tools they need to succeed.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
2000Year Founded
$477.5MTotal Funding
DEBTCompany Stage
Consumer Software, Financial Services, EntertainmentIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Hybrid Work Options
401(k) Company Match
Health Insurance
Mental Health Support

Risks

AI-generated music could disrupt traditional publishing models, affecting Kobalt's revenue.
Direct-to-fan platforms may lead artists to bypass companies like Kobalt.
Legal battles over copyright infringement could result in costly litigation for Kobalt.

Differentiation

Kobalt offers a modern alternative to traditional music business models.
The company provides real-time, transparent reporting through the Kobalt Portal.
Kobalt's flexible contracts allow creators to retain 100% ownership of their work.

Upsides

Increased demand for real-time data analytics benefits Kobalt's transparency and efficiency.
AI-driven music funding platforms create new partnership opportunities for Kobalt.
The shift towards digital services enhances the importance of Kobalt's royalty collection system.

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