Business Analytics Manager, Global Business Development & Digital Strategy

Job Description

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.

As Manager, Business Analytics, Global Business Development & Digital Strategy, you will join an international team of data-savvy negotiators and business analysts who execute content distribution partnerships with a broad range of digital partners, from the largest global companies to emerging start-ups.

You will be a critical part of the team and be exposed to digital distribution deal structures and strategies.

You will quickly be expected to bring your perspective on several time-sensitive commercial negotiations at the same time, by assessing business performance, modelling options and articulating and presenting recommendations that drive SME's digital business strategy.

You will also become a subject matter expert to advise on market trends and opportunities, while collaborating across the company globally.

This is a rare opportunity to join a fast-growing major music label in exciting times, to be ahead of the curve on how customers connect with the music they love, and to contribute to business partnerships that benefit Sony Music's entire artist roster.

You will join a team of professionals who represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. We embrace diversity, equal opportunity and progress in a serious way.

What you'll do:
• Conduct business case and deal scenario modelling / analysis in support of multiple deal negotiations across a range of potential commercial partnerships - from seed-level start-ups to SME's core partners and major global media and technology companies
• Present data-driven recommendations to the team and key internal stakeholders
• Work with other business analysts in the team to create, maintain, and improve data sets, tools and processes aiming at tracking and benchmarking our deals' performance
• Conduct research and assist with creation of presentation materials for senior management
• Identify and analyze new business models, trends and opportunities
• Interface with SME's local teams around the world to collect and share data and insights for analysis

Who you are:
• You demonstrate method, experience and rigor in financial analysis and modelling, presenting both inputs and outcomes clearly, thoroughly and concisely. Excellent Excel proficiency is essential, knowledge of SQL, BI and / or data visualization tools (e.g., PowerBI, Tableau, Alteryx) highly advised.
• You have at least an undergraduate degree with a minimum of 2 years' work experience in banking, finance, consulting, entertainment or technology companies. International experience is a plus.
• You are thorough and thoughtful in your approach to problem solving, have outstanding analytical and quantitative skills, and harbor a sense of curiosity and strong attention to detail.
• You own your work and you demonstrate a strong sense of responsibilities.
• You are highly organised, able to multi-task and you can work to deadlines while working independently.
• You are team player with strong integrity who loves learning and gathering information systematically to establish facts leading to decision-making. You proactively put forward ideas and solutions.
• You enjoy working collaboratively and across multiple cultures.
• Passion for music and for the digital media sector is a big plus.
• Reside in or be willing to relocate to the New York City area.

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

The anticipated annual base salary does not include any other compensation components or other benefits that an individual may be eligible for. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

New York Pay Range

$100,000
- $124,000 USD

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gkj7b0-35-171-164-77-42 in your application.