Music Programming Assistant in London

We are Global. At Global, we think big, work hard, and never stand still. We’re the proud home of the best media and entertainment brands on the planet, driven by our talented and passionate people. Our mission? To make everyone’s day brighter - our Globallers, our audiences, our partners, and our communities. Whether we’re in the studio, building world‑class technology, or securing record Outdoor advertising partnerships, we make sure we’re doing it as a team.

Your Role: Music Programming Assistant

As a Music Programming Assistant at Global, you’ll help make sure our music‑led radio brands sound their best every day. You’ll support the Group Music Team to schedule, prepare and deliver accurate, consistent and compliant music output that reflects each brand’s strategy and audience.

Key Responsibilities

• Music scheduling & playout accuracy (40%): Support the creation, preparation and delivery of accurate music schedules across Global’s music‑led radio services, ensuring high standards of accuracy, consistency and compliance.
• GSelector & playlist management (35%): Use GSelector to manage music categories, clocks, rotations and playlists in line with agreed programming strategy, helping to optimise flow, variety and audience appeal.
• Cross-team coordination (15%): Work closely with music schedulers, programming and production teams to ensure music logs are delivered on time and any issues are identified and resolved quickly.
• Service development & improvement (10%): Help maintain database accuracy (metadata, coding, categories and rules) and contribute ideas to improve scheduling workflows, playlist flow and overall listener experience.

What You’ll Love About This Role

• Think Big: Play a part in shaping the sound of some of the UK’s best‑loved music radio brands and help evolve our music‑led services.
• Own It: Take responsibility for accurate schedules and data, ensuring our output is reliable, compliant and on-brand.
• Keep it Simple: Turn complex music rules, policies and priorities into clear, well‑structured playlists and schedules.
• Better Together: Work with experienced music and programming teams in a fast‑paced, creative environment where collaboration is key.

What Success Looks Like

• Built a strong understanding of Global’s music brands, scheduling priorities and programming objectives.
• Supported the accurate scheduling and preparation of music‑led services with a high level of attention to detail.
• Developed confidence using GSelector and related systems to manage playlists, categories and rotations effectively.
• Established strong working relationships with the Group Music Team and key programming stakeholders.
• Demonstrated a clear understanding of brand sound, music policy and compliance requirements.
• Suggested practical improvements to scheduling workflows or playlist management processes.

What You’ll Need

• Attention to detail: A meticulous approach to schedules, metadata and rules so output is accurate and consistent.
• Planning & time management: Ability to work to strict deadlines and manage competing priorities in a live broadcast environment.
• Communication & teamwork: Clear, professional communication and a collaborative approach with colleagues across music, programming and production.
• Technical & system skills: Strong understanding of GSelector for music scheduling, including categories, clocks and rotations.
• Editorial judgement: A solid understanding of music policy and how to apply it to support brand strategy and compliance.
• Resilience & positivity: A self‑motivated, proactive attitude, with the ability to stay calm and solutions‑focused under pressure.

Creating a place we all belong at Global. We are dedicated to creating a place where different voices are represented, amplified and celebrated. We know that we can’t serve our diverse audiences without first celebrating it in our people, which is why we’re passionate about creating an inclusive culture where every Globaller can belong. So, no matter who you are or where you are from, you can find your place at Global.

As a business, we believe in the importance of a healthy work‑life balance and the value of a flexible and agile workforce. Therefore, we operate a Smart Working approach. If you need us to make any reasonable adjustments during your recruitment process, drop us an email at , we’ll be happy to help.