Analyst / Manager, Deal Structuring & Valuation, Deals Office

At Warner Chappell Music (WCM) - the global music publishing arm of Warner Music Group (WMG) - we shape the culture of songwriting and champion songs that resonate for generations by creating transformational opportunities for songwriters everywhere. Our people and culture are at the epicenter of our company, and we are looking for team members who share our service-oriented mindset and have a passion for looking after our songwriters. A little bit about our team: The deals office drives the evaluation and structure of all recorded music and music publishing deals to enable long-term growth. We partner with closely with global business leaders to assess opportunities that balance creativity with commercial value strengthening our market position and shareholder value Your role: You will be a part of a dynamic global team to analyse songwriter/producer/artist signings and acquisitions. You will partner closely with multiple teams such as legal, A&R and admin to ensure we have a 360 view of the deal, to accurately capture the financial impact of potential signings and use that information to inform the multi-million dollar deal making process. Here you'll get to:

• Assist in building comprehensive financial models and valuation analyses (e.g., DCF, IRR, payback period) for potential deals.
• Support the structuring of deal terms and economic frameworks in collaboration with business, legal, and creative teams.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to inform deal assumptions and valuation benchmarks.
• Prepare detailed presentations and reports for deal committee reviews, summarizing financial projections and key deal terms.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of consistent modeling approaches and templates.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather necessary data and insights for deal analysis.
• Participate in post-deal reviews to understand actual performance versus initial deal thesis and identify areas for improvement in future deal structuring.
• Stay informed on relevant industry trends, emerging business models, and deal-making best practices.
  
  Multiple years of experience in finance, investment banking, corporate development, or a related analytical role, preferably within the music, entertainment, or media industries.
• Demonstrated experience in financial modeling, valuation techniques, and data analysis, including discounted cash flow concepts and principles
• Strong understanding of P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow statements.
• Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills with high attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Experience or interest in data analytics and automation would be advantageous
  
  Before the fans and fame, the soundtracks and syncs, there is the song. And before the song comes the songwriter - the heart of an art form that defines generations, and the soul of our business. Songwriters are our inspiration; we are their partners, collaborators, and crusaders. Songwriters shape culture; and here at Warner Chappell Music we help hone their craft, build their careers, and protect their legacies. We value curiosity, collaboration, and commitment - which helps set us apart and helps us in our commitment and global service to our songwriters. We are Warner Chappell Music - where songwriters are heard.
As part of the larger Warner Music Group, we're a global collective of music makers and music lovers, tech innovators and inspired entrepreneurs, game-changing creatives and passionate team members. Here, we turn dreams into stardom and audiences into fans. We are guided by three core values that underpin everything we do across all our diverse businesses:
• Curiosity : We do our best work when we're immersing ourselves in culture and breaking through barriers. Curiosity is the driving force behind creativity and ingenuity. It fuels innovation, and innovation is the key to our future.
• Collaboration : Making music and bringing it to the world is all about the power of originality amplified by teamwork. A great idea, like a great song, travels globally. We ignite passions and build connections across our diverse community of artists, songwriters, partners, and fans.
• Commitment : We pursue excellence for our team and our talent. Everything in music starts with a leap into the unknown, and we're committed to keeping the faith, acting with integrity, and delivering on our promises.
WMG is home to a wide range of artists, musicians, and songwriters that fuel our success. That is why we are committed to creating a work environment that actively values, appreciates, and respects everyone. We encourage applications from people with a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. Consider a career at WMG and get the best of both worlds - an innovative global music company that retains the creative spirit of a nimble independent. As the home to 10K Projects, Asylum, Atlantic Music Group, East West, FFRR, Fueled by Ramen, Nonesuch, Parlophone, Rhino, Roadrunner, Sire, Warner Records, Warner Classics, and several other of the world's premier recording labels, Warner Music Group champions emerging artists and global superstars alike. And our renowned publishing company, Warner Chappell Music, represents genre-spanning songwriters and producers through a catalog of more than one million copyrights worldwide. Warner Music Group is also home to ADA, which supports the independent community, as well as artist services division WMX. In addition, WMG counts film and television storytelling powerhouse Warner Music Entertainment among its many brands. Together, we are Warner Music Group: Independent Minds. Major Sound.