Senior Manager – Strategic Analytics at Universal Music Group

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Music, EntertainmentIndustries

Requirements

4-6 years experience in a similar role at a creative company (preferred)
Strong problem solving ability
Strong experience with presentation and data storytelling
Superior stakeholder management and communication skills
Experience with extracting, cleansing and analysing large datasets using SQL
A working understanding of data analytics principles
Big picture, strategic thinker
Comfortable working in a small team, following self-driven lines of enquiry, formulating and testing hypotheses, and engaging key stakeholders
Experience supervising and mentoring other analysts
Inquisitive and excited to conduct analysis on own using large data sets in SQL and Excel
Solid understanding (or eagerness to learn) of the culture revolutionising artists’ audience and behaviour

Responsibilities

Utilising analytical principles and stakeholder management skills to develop and share insights that shape future revenue and audience development strategies for artists
Work closely with labels and different business units to drive change and use of data
Preparation and delivery of artist and subject deep dives for brand/audience positioning
Work with label and business unit stakeholders in a consultative fashion to understand their goals and scope out analytical projects to answer their biggest questions
Identifying data industry trends, relevant technology advancements and keeping up to date with relevant music industry updates
Develop effective relationships with international counterparts to exchange insights and strategies, fostering global alignment and operational efficiency
Working with the data and analytics team to develop new ideas, including identifying data features for actionable insights on audience growth strategies and developing a common data language for data-informed decisions
Ensuring documentation of all processes, principles and policies is maintained and accurate

Skills

SQL

Excel

Data Analysis

Stakeholder Management

Mentoring

Audience Development

Strategic Analytics

Universal Music Group

Global music recording, publishing, and distribution

About Universal Music Group

Universal Music Group (UMG) operates as a major player in the global music industry, engaging in recording, publishing, and distribution across over 60 countries. The company works with a wide range of clients, from famous artists like Elton John and Taylor Swift to new and independent musicians. UMG's operations include selling physical and digital music, streaming services, licensing music for various media, and organizing live performances. The company signs artists to contracts, produces their music, and manages their publishing rights, while also offering marketing and promotional services to help artists expand their reach. UMG generates revenue through multiple channels, including music sales, streaming subscriptions, licensing fees, live performances, and merchandise. This diverse approach allows UMG to maintain its leadership position in the music market by providing comprehensive support to artists and capitalizing on various revenue opportunities.

Santa Monica, CaliforniaHeadquarters

1934Year Founded

$3,890.9MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Consumer Goods, EntertainmentIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Competitive Salary

401k

Flexible PTO

Medical, dental, visiion insurance

Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement

Well-Being Allowance

Risks

Legal battle with Drake over 'pay-for-play' could harm UMG's reputation.

Downtown Music acquisition may face regulatory scrutiny, delaying expansion plans.

AI partnership with Amazon may not fully address evolving AI content challenges.

Differentiation

UMG leads the music industry with a diverse global presence in 60+ countries.

UMG's artist-centric streaming model enhances engagement and revenue for musicians.

UMG's strategic partnerships, like with Amazon, bolster innovation and content protection.

Upsides

UMG's acquisition of Downtown Music boosts its independent music sector presence.

Partnership with KLAY Vision positions UMG as a leader in AI-driven music innovation.

Collaboration with WPP enhances UMG's marketing capabilities and global reach.

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