Music Publishing & Copyright Manager

Universal Music Publishing Group; Selangor; On-site; MYR 30,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Music Publishing & Copyright Manager to oversee publishing administration across Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand. This role involves managing copyright data, ensuring rights accuracy, and supporting stakeholders in music rights management. You will provide high-quality services to songwriters and partners, maintain accurate records, and collaborate with finance teams on royalty payments. If you are passionate about music and have strong analytical and organizational skills, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Min 2 years of work experience in music publishing and copyright administration.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage copyright data and ensure rights accuracy.
• Oversee internal copyright database and address copyright inquiries.
• Register musical works with performing rights organizations.

Skills

Music Publishing

Copyright Management

Data Integrity

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Skills

Customer Service

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Diploma

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

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 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.

The core values that comprise Universal Music Group are Authenticity, Boldness, Creativity, Connection, Drive and Insight. These values are the essence of our people which makes UMG the most renowned company in the music industry.

Role Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Music Publishing & Copyright Manager to join our team in overseeing publishing administration across Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand. The successful candidate will play a vital role in managing copyright data, ensuring rights accuracy and supporting internal and external stakeholders on all aspects of music rights management.

About this role

• Provide the highest-quality of publishing administration services to songwriters, affiliates and partners.
• Oversee the use and maintenance of internal copyright database, ensuring accuracy, consistency and data integrity.
• Maintain precis and up-to-dates records of all copyright-related information, including writer/publisher splits, ISWC and song titles.
• Review and Interpret publishing agreements to ensure accurate rights administration.
• Manager CWR submissions and coordinate catalogue imports and exports with affiliates and clients.
• Register musical works with both local and international performing rights organizations.
• Ensure accurate and timely entry of agreements, renewals and termination notices.
• Liaise with songwriters and their managers on matters relating to registration and copyright ownership.
• Address internal and external copyright inquiries with clarity and professionalism.
• Investigate and resolve copyright conflict and ownership disputes.
• Serve as point of contact for local copyright societies and sub-publishers on copyright matters.
• Support the International team with copyright research and documentation.
• Ensure all activities comply with applicable local and international copyright laws.
• Assist the finance teams with audits, legal documentation and infringement cases.
• Collaborate with the finance team to resolve unidentified or unmatched royalty payments.
• Participate in monthly meetings with the Global Administration Team.
• Stay current with industry developments, changes in copyright law, publishing practices and society regulations.

Desirable Traits:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in any field.
• Min 2-years of work experience (basic understanding of music publishing and copyright administration a plus)
• Customer-service oriented: polite and courteous manner, strong interpersonal skills for interacting with stakeholders at all levels
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of the team.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to handle high volume of data accurately.
• Takes responsibility and ownership of tasks exhibiting excellent follow-through.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite

Interested? Please follow the link to submit your application today!

https://umusic.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UMGAPAC/job/Kuala-Lumpur-Malaysia/Copyright-Manager_UMG-20450

Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

About us:

Universal Music Group (UMG) is the world leader in music-based entertainment, with a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries.

Featuring the most comprehensive catalog of recordings and songs across every musical genre, UMG identifies and develops artists and produces and distributes the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music in the world. Committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship, UMG fosters the development of services, platforms and business models in order to broaden artistic and commercial opportunities for our artists and create new experiences for fans.

UMG's catalog is marketed through two distinct divisions, Universal Music Enterprises (in the U.S.) and Universal Strategic Marketing (outside the U.S.). UMG also includes Universal Music Publishing Group, one of the industry's premier music publishing operations worldwide and Bravado, the leading provider of consumer, lifestyle and branding services to recording artists and entertainment brands around the world.