Job Description
Music Operations Administrator
Location: Brentford, West London
Working Pattern: Office-based, Monday to Friday (5 days per week)
We are seeking an experienced Music Operations Administrator to join our team in Brentford.
This is a varied, hands-on role supporting the day-to-day operations of an established music business. The successful candidate will be responsible for administration across digital releases, rights and royalty processes, inventory management and general office operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate and manage digital music releases across distribution platforms.
- Monitor and manage physical stock levels across multiple warehouse locations in the UK, Europe and the USA.
- Coordinate inventory transfers, replenishment and stock reporting.
- Work closely with distributors, fulfilment partners and logistics providers.
- Liaise with MCPS and other industry bodies regarding licensing and administrative matters.
- Support licensing and catalogue administration activities.
- Support in the maintenance of accurate release schedules and product information.
- Respond to customer enquiries via email, providing timely and professional support regarding orders, releases, product availability, licensing matters and general account queries.
- Provide general office administration and operational support.
- Assist with reporting and data management as required.
Required Experience
- Previous experience within the music industry is essential.
- Strong understanding of music industry operations and administration.
- Experience dealing with MCPS and music rights administration.
- Experience managing digital music releases and metadata.
- Experience with inventory, stock control or supply chain administration.
- Previous experience handling customer enquiries and delivering excellent customer service in a professional business environment.
- Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Strong Microsoft Office and spreadsheet skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Desirable Experience
- Experience working for a record label, music publisher, distributor or catalogue owner.
- Knowledge of physical product manufacturing and distribution.
- Experience managing international warehouse operations.
- Experience with e-commerce, fulfilment or direct-to-consumer operations.
Personal Attributes
- Highly organised and methodical.
- Self-motivated and proactive.
- Strong communication skills.
- Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of responsibilities.
- Practical problem-solver with excellent attention to detail.
Location & Working Arrangements
This is a full-time, office-based position located in Brentford, West London. Candidates should be able to commute to the office five days per week.
Salary
Competitive and commensurate with experience. We welcome applications from candidates with varying levels of relevant music industry experience and will offer a package appropriate to the successful applicant's skills and background.
- To apply, please submit your CV together with a brief summary of your music industry experience, including any experience with MCPS, digital releases and inventory management.