UK Copyright Manager at Universal Music Group

London, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Music, EntertainmentIndustries

Requirements

Minimum of 4 years of related work experience in a music publishing copyright role
Understanding of publishing contracts and copyright administration
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience using Microsoft Excel, Mail, and Word
Understanding of music publishing income streams including collective management organisations, Performing Rights Organisations, and Digital Service Providers
Strong organization skills, critical thinking, analytical abilities, and attention to detail
Ability to meet deadlines quickly and accurately

Responsibilities

Implementation of agreements and their relevant terms to the UMPG database plus tracking their lifecycles as terms evolve
Ensure the accurate ingestion of works data
Liaise with Business Affairs and A&R departments to ensure the accuracy of relevant contractual and client information
Communicate with clients to ensure that song deliveries and their corresponding metadata is complete and implemented and registered in a timely fashion
Collaborate on reviews of internal copyright processes to provide best in class service to UMPG clients
Provide regular updates to internal stakeholders on key clients
Participate in the delivery of our compliance control environment
Build strong relationships with our US-based Global Copyright team and our local offices internationally
Maintain UMPG copyright policies and procedural documentation
Attend to copyright queries raised by clients, affiliates, 3rd Parties and collection societies, which will involve analysing music publishing agreements and historical source documents
Advise on and plan for new deal implementation strategies
Interpret and disseminate contractual terms into systems, including implementing royalty rates
Monitor contractual terms to ensure collections are maximised and correctly remunerated to clients
Quality assure that repertoire within an agreement is accurately ingested so that it can be disseminated and registered by the Global Copyright team

Skills

Publishing Agreements

Repertoire Management

Contract Interpretation

Royalty Rates

Deal Implementation

Stakeholder Liaison

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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