Head of Copyright UK, 8m FTC

BMG; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

BMG is seeking a Head of Copyright UK for an 8-month fixed term contract to lead copyright administration and enhance client relationships. This role requires extensive experience in music publishing and copyright law and offers benefits such as 25 days pro-rated annual leave, flexible working opportunities, and private health insurance.

Benefits

25 days pro-rated annual leave

Flexible working opportunities

Subsidised gym membership

Private health insurance

Annual gig allowance

Artist showcases

Cycle to work scheme

Season Ticket Loan

Workplace Nursery Scheme

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in copyright administration and music publishing required.
• Proven leadership skills to motivate and develop a team.
• Strong understanding of copyright law and industry practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team for copyright administration and client relations.
• Manage income growth opportunities for catalogs.
• Collaborate with UK Publishing and Finance teams.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Relationship-building

Tools

Excel

Jira

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As the great Kurt Cobain* once said, “Come as you are.” BMG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and we celebrate diversity in all forms. Equal opportunity runs deep in our core value of fairness and we are determined to create a truly inclusive work environment, where everyone can flourish. If you’re good at what you do, come as you are.

All applicants to BMG will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, color, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.*BMG is the proud representative of Kurt Cobain’s publishing catalogue, including the 1992 single ‘Come As You Are’

Head of Copyright UK, 8m FTC

In this position, you will lead BMG's UK copyright team, driving efficient copyright administration, maximizing income opportunities, and fostering strong relationships with clients and partners.

This is a 8-month FTC covering maternity leave, starting in July 2025.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop a team responsible for copyright administration, song delivery, sample clearance, and neighbouring rights.
• Maintain and grow relationships with writers, publishers, PROs, and industry organizations.
• Identify and capitalize on income growth opportunities for client catalogs.
• Manage sub-publishers and contribute to strategic decisions regarding BMG's sub-publishing network.
• Collaborate with UK Publishing and Finance teams.
• Contribute to strategic initiatives and participate in the UK Senior Leadership Team.

Your Profile:

• Extensive experience in copyright administration and music publishing.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
• Strong understanding of copyright law and industry practices.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with tracking and collaboration tools (such as Jira).

Now, what's in it for you?

• 25 days pro-rated annual leave, plus 3 days between Christmas & New Year and an extra day for your birthday!
• Flexible working opportunities.
• Subsidised gym membership.
• Private Health Insurance.
• Annual gig allowance.
• Artist showcases.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Season Ticket Loan
• Workplace Nursery Scheme
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Give As You Earn Scheme.
• A fun and sociable office environment.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing, Management, and Quality Assurance

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