Coordinator, Business & Legal Affairs

Universal Music•Santa Monica, CA

5d•$45,010 - $73,480

About The Position

We are UMG, the Universal Music Group. We are the world’s leading music company. In everything we do, we are committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising, and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters, and we produce, distribute and promote the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to delight and entertain fans around the world. How we LEAD: Interscope Capitol Records is currently seeking a Coordinator who is very efficient and highly attuned to the smallest of details. The right candidate will also possess a strong sense of discretion and confidentiality and will ideally have experience in supporting a team within a Business Affairs or music licensing environment. The position will perform a variety of duties, and the candidate for this job must be able to liaise with all levels of personnel and departments, to help assist with the release of music and videos by label artists. This position has a strong focus on clearances and problem solving, and doing the necessary work to help accomplish the goals of the label and its artists. The ideal candidate is a motivated self-starter who possesses a strong ability to multi-task, works well under pressure with tight time deadlines, and has a passion for music. Prefer a candidate with at least 2-3 years of music licensing experience, who is looking to take the next step in their career by learning a lot, and doing a lot. This position is responsible for providing support to the SVP of Business Affairs and members of the Business & Legal Affairs team.

Requirements

2-3 years experience within entertainment or business legal affairs preferred
Fluent in English & Spanish
BA in business administration, music, or related degree preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and Monday.com
Must thrive in a fast pace environment and able to work under limited supervision
Excellent written, verbal, and outgoing/upbeat interpersonal skills
Highly dependable, proactive and can be relied upon to complete tasks
Willingness to aggressively chase down information
Ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure
Ability to multi-task and prioritize
Ability to perform research, summarize info and report back findings

Responsibilities

Answer phones and direct inquiries appropriately with the utmost professionalism and courtesy.
Review incoming document deliveries and distribute accordingly.
Schedule meetings and conference calls.
Make travel arrangements and complete travel and expense reports.
Assist with and be part of the team ensuring that all necessary side-artist and sample clearances are obtained for the release of a song and/or video.
Assist with getting all necessary paperwork for processing payments.
Advise and assist on clearance rights and splits for compilations and master use synch licenses
Coordinate and participate on shared projects with all levels of staff
Keep detailed and organized information tracking chart.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Be part of an entrepreneurial, global organization that values authenticity, drive, creativity, relationships, and a competitive spirit
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and FSA options, as well as:
100% coverage for out-patient mental health services
Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes, spa treatments, meal services, travel, and so much more (up to $720/year)
A lifetime fertility support allowance of $30,000 to plan participants
Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
100% immediately vested 401(k) match on the first 5% of your contribution on eligible compensation
Variety of ways to prioritize much-needed time away from work including:
Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) for exempt employees
3-weeks PTO for non-exempt employees
2-weeks paid Winter Break
10 Company Holidays (including Juneteenth and Wellbeing Day)
Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day)
Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent
Check out our full overview of benefits on the Perks Playlist page of the career site.