Manager, Artist Royalties

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

UMG is currently seeking to fill the role of Artist Royalties Manager.In this role, you will be an integral member of our Catalog Artist Royalty team, responsible for preparing statements and analysing artist accounts to ensure that we are accurately reporting royalties to artists and third parties in accordance with the applicable agreements and licenses.

This position affords the right candidate exposure to all aspects of royalty reporting across multiple UMG labels and many key players in the business space.The right candidate will have a passion for music and be hungry to learn and grow in the business of music.

How You’ll CREATE

• Manage the accurate and timely preparation, review, and distribution of artist, producer, and third-party royalty statements in accordance with contractual obligations.
• Establish priorities and allocate resources effectively across reporting cycles, special projects, audits, inquiries, and ad hoc requests to ensure critical deadlines are met.
• Supervise and coach royalty analysts, providing guidance on contract interpretation, royalty calculations, issue resolution, and professional development.
• Manage artist, management, attorney, and internal stakeholder inquiries, ensuring timely and professional resolution.
• Support financial close processes, audit requests, and reporting requirements as needed.
• Work to complete outstanding projects related to various artists.
• Identify opportunities to improve royalty processes, enhance internal controls, and optimize workflow efficiency through automation, standardization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  
  

Bring Your VIBE

• Proficient in Excel, Business Objects/Business Intelligence.
• Proven ability to prioritize effectively and manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Strong understanding of recording, producer, licensing, and other royalty-related agreements, with the ability to interpret and apply contractual provisions accurately.
• Demonstrated leadership experience preferred, including coaching, mentoring, motivating, and developing team members.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify root causes and recommend practical solutions.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  
  

Experience

• 2-4 years Royalty experience with recording contracts and processing royalty statements.
• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience preferred.
  
  

Education

• Four-year college degree in Business, Accounting or Finance or equivalent work experience.
  
  

Perks Playlist

Join an entrepreneurial, global organization where authenticity, boldness, creativity, connection, drive, and insight aren’t just values—they’re how we work every day. Here are some of the ways we support you along the way (and just a few of the benefits we offer):

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Including 100% coverage for out-patient in-network mental health services
• Fertility coverage for eligible medical plan participants
• Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes, spa treatments, meal services, travel, and so much more (up to $720/year)
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• 401(k) with 100% immediate vesting on the first 5% of your contributions, plus an additional UMG contribution
  
  

A 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.

Disclaimer: This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change.

Universal Music Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an E-Verify employer in Alabama, Arizona, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Utah.

Please note, UMG is not enrolled in E-Verify in California and New York, and cannot support employment of candidates whose employer must enroll in E-Verify, for example candidates on STEM-OPT.

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Job Category

Royalties & Copyright

Salary Range

$59,550 - $88,000

The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. All candidates are encouraged to apply.