Director/Senior Director, Deal Structuring & Valuation

Warner Music Group; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Warner Music Group in Los Angeles is seeking a Director for Deal Structuring & Valuation to lead financial assessments and deal structuring across recorded music and publishing. This role will involve creating financial models, presenting analyses to senior leaders, and mentoring junior team members.

The ideal candidate will have 7–10+ years of experience in finance within the music or media sectors, with strong analytical and communication skills. The position offers a salary range of $165,000 to $175,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of experience in finance or a similar deal-focused role.
• Experience in the music, entertainment, or media sectors.
• Proficiency in advanced financial modeling and valuation techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of financial models for high-stakes deals.
• Collaborate with legal and business teams on deal structuring.
• Prepare financial analyses and deal recommendations for leadership.
• Mentor junior analysts in financial modeling and valuation.

Skills

Advanced financial modeling

Valuation techniques

Deal structuring

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Education

MBA or CFA preferred

Job description

Job Overview

The Director, Deal Structuring & Valuation will play a critical leadership role within the Deals Office at Warner Music Group, leading all aspects of the financial assessment, complex modeling, and strategic structuring of significant deals across recorded music and music publishing.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and refinement of sophisticated financial models and valuation analyses for high‑stakes deals (e.g., partnerships, artist/publishing catalog acquisitions, and frontline deals).
• Drive the strategic structuring of deal economics and terms, collaborating closely with senior business, legal, and creative collaborators to ensure alignment with corporate objectives and growth plans.
• Proactively identify and assess diverse deal structures to optimize financial returns and lead risk effectively.
• Develop and implement global frameworks and best practices for deal valuation methodologies, financial forecasting, and scenario planning.
• Manage adherence to deal budgets, forecast expenditures, and ensure adherence to cash targets and corporate return thresholds.
• Prepare and present compelling financial analyses and deal recommendations to senior leadership.
• Mentor and guide junior analysts/managers on financial modeling techniques, valuation best practices, and industry‑specific deal nuances.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, competitive landscape, and evolving monetization models to inform innovative deal structures and pricing strategies.

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of progressive experience in finance, corporate development, investment banking, or a similar deal‑focused role, with significant experience in the music, entertainment, or media sectors.
• Extensive expertise in advanced financial modeling, valuation techniques (DCF, precedent transactions, comparable company analysis), and deal structuring.
• Proven track record of successfully leading financial analysis for complex commercial agreements.
• Deep understanding of music rights, revenue streams, and the unique economic drivers of the music industry.
• Exceptional analytical, strategic thinking, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Superior communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate at all levels.
• Ability to thrive in a high‑pressure, fast‑paced, and dynamic environment.
• MBA, CFA, or equivalent experience strongly preferred.

Location & Work Arrangement

Minimum 4 days per week in the office. In‑office collaboration is essential for talent development and strong working relationships.

Compensation

Salary Range: $165,000 to $175,000 annually.

EEO Statement

Warner Music Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.