Senior Analyst, Business Affairs Admin

About Sony Music Entertainment

At Sony Music Entertainment, we fuel the creative journey. We’ve played a pioneering role in music history, from the first-ever music label to the invention of the flat disc record. We’ve nurtured some of music’s most iconic artists and produced some of the most influential recordings of all time.

Today, we work in more than 70 countries, supporting a diverse roster of international superstars, developing and independent artists, and visionary creators. From our position at the intersection of music, entertainment, and technology, we bring imagination and expertise to the newest products and platforms, embrace new business models, employ breakthrough tools, and provide powerful insights that help our artists push creative boundaries and reach new audiences. In everything we do, we’re committed to artistic integrity, transparency, and entrepreneurship.

Sony Music Entertainment is a member of the Sony family of global companies.

The Senior Analyst, Business Affairs Administration is responsible for managing all aspects of side artist clearances for a label within Sony Music Entertainment. This role independently handles the drafting, negotiation, and finalization of waivers related to all side artists and serves as a key operational partner to internal and external stakeholders.

What you'll do:

• Manage the drafting, negotiation, and finalization of side artist waivers, ensuring all terms align with company policies and industry standards.
• Review and interpret contracts to identify key terms and conditions related to side artist contributions.
• Collaborate with A&R, A&R Admin, A&R Operations, Label Business and Legal Affairs, Finance, Royalties, and other departments to ensure timely completion of all necessary clearances.
• Liaise with artist management, legal representatives, and external stakeholders to negotiate terms and secure clearances.
• Maintain detailed records of all clearance processes, including tracking the status of negotiations, contract execution, and any outstanding issues.
• Ensure that all side artist agreements are accurately documented, filed, and maintained in the company’s legal and administrative databases.
• Monitor compliance with contractual obligations and address any issues or discrepancies that arise during the clearance process.
• Provide guidance and support on side artist clearance matters to internal stakeholders.
• Work closely with A&R Administration, Label Business and Legal Affairs, and other internal teams to ensure alignment on clearance strategies and priorities.
• Coordinate with external representatives as needed to facilitate negotiations and finalization of waivers.
• Prepare reports and updates for senior management on the status of side artist clearances and related activities.

Who you are:

• Bachelor’s degree in music business, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 2-3 years of experience in music licensing, A&R administration, or related roles, with a focus on side artist agreements and clearances.
• Strong understanding of music licensing, and contractual agreements.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, and familiarity with contract management systems.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and work effectively with internal and external partners.

What we give you:

• You join an inclusive, collaborative and global community where you have the opportunity to channel your passion every day  
• A modern office environment designed to foster productivity, creativity, and teamwork empowering you to bring your best 
• An attractive and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life & disability coverage, and 401K + employer matching 
• Voluntary benefits like company-paid identity theft protection and resources for pets, mental health and meditation resources, industry-leading fertility coverage, fully paid leave for childbirth or bonding, fully paid leave for caregivers, programs for loved ones with developmental disabilities and neurodiversity, subsidized back-up child and elder care, and reimbursement for adoption, surrogacy, tuition, and student loans 
• Investment in your professional growth and development enabling you to thrive in our vibrant community.  
• The space to accelerate progress, positively disrupt, and create what happens next  
• Time off for a winter recess

Sony Music is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of age, disability, national origin, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, veteran or military status, marital and civil partnership/union status, alienage or citizenship status, creed, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.