Manager/Senior Manager of Deal Structuring & Valuation (Deals Office)

Requirements:

• The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a keen eye for detail, and a foundational understanding of the music and entertainment industry.
• 5-7 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 using AI to automate financial modelling and data processing.
• Strong understanding of P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow statements.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, Tableau, Power BI).
• High attention to detail and accuracy in data handling and reporting.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Knowledge of music/media industry is a strong plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field. MBA or CFA is a plus.

What the job involves:

• The deals office drives the evaluation and structure of all recorded music and music publishing deals to enable long-term growth.
• We partner closely with global business leaders to assess opportunities that balance creativity with commercial value, strengthening our market position and shareholder value.
• The Manager/Senior Manager, Deal Structuring & Valuation will be a key contributor to the Deals Office team, supporting the financial analysis, modeling, and structuring of strategic deals across recorded music and music publishing.
• This role is crucial in ensuring that deal proposals are financially sound, align with our strategic objectives, and contribute to long-term growth and shareholder value.
• Prepare comprehensive financial models and valuation analyses (e.g., DCF, IRR, payback period) for potential deals. Present and explain valuation range and basis for catalog acquisitions.
• 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 operators and deal committee reviews, summarizing financial projections and key deal terms.
• Support Reporting team and Radar system to ensure company-wide adoption, data integrity, and completeness.
• Proactively develop financial models with the use of AI to enable company-wide automated deal modelling.
• Perform periodic post-investment reviews and analysis, prepare summary of findings and portfolio analysis.