Strategic Investments & M&A Manager

Warner Music Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Warner Music Group is seeking a Manager of Corporate Development to support sourcing and execution of acquisitions, minority investments, and joint ventures. You will conduct market research, build financial models, and assess strategic fit across music and media businesses.

The role involves negotiating deals, coordinating due diligence, and working with cross-functional teams across WMG to drive value and growth. A background in media/tech and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Sophisticated analysis and financial modeling skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Comprehensive understanding of major media platforms and emerging technology trends.
• Ability to analyze, structure, and negotiate transactions of varying complexity.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Interest in integrating AI into the deal lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Support origination, evaluation, negotiation, and structuring of acquisitions, minority investments, and joint ventures.
• Provide market research, financial modeling (DCF, merger analysis), and strategic alignment analyses.
• Assist due diligence and post-merger integration activities.
• Support internal transaction approvals with summaries to senior management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to move transactions from ideation to execution.
• Develop and maintain external network of dealmakers and industry experts.

Skills

Financial modeling

Communication

Media knowledge

Negotiation

Project management

AI in deal lifecycle

Industry relationships

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA (preferred)

Job description

Warner Music Group is seeking a Manager of Corporate Development to support sourcing and execution of acquisitions, minority investments, and joint ventures. You will conduct market research, build financial models, and assess strategic fit across music and media businesses.

The role involves negotiating deals, coordinating due diligence, and working with cross-functional teams across WMG to drive value and growth. A background in media/tech and strong communication are essential.