Contract Administrator

This is a Full Time Job

Description

Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG) is the leading global music publisher with more than 57 offices in 47 countries. UMPG has some of the most important contemporary songwriters and artists on its global roster. UMPG is also the leading production music group in the world with a diverse and comprehensive portfolio of UPPM-owned repertoire. UPPM is the preeminent supplier of high-level production music throughout the world and serves the burgeoning business that creates, produces, and licenses music for use in film/TV, advertising, broadcast and corporate clients.

How you’ll LEAD:

Universal Production Music (UPM), a unit of UMPG, one of the world’s most esteemed production music library companies, is looking for an in-house Contract Administrator in Santa Monica, CA. This role will provide contract administration support to UPM’s Sales, Production and Marketing teams in the United States.

How you’ll CREATE:

Provide contract administration support to UPM’s US based teams including:
• Create boilerplate music license agreements in adherence to turnaround guidelines and sales requirements
• Work with the UPPM Paralegal on attaining legalese change approvals and any necessary agreement language modifications
• Send draft agreements for e-signature to Clients, via Adobe Sign
• Liaise with UPPM Paralegal, Sales Support and Billing for final license processing
• Review and summarize contract terms, upon request by Sr. Management
• Maintain an organized and up-to-date filing system for license agreements
• Attend and actively participate in meetings as requested

Bring your VIBE:
• Exceptional organizational, time management, written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office – especially Word & Outlook
• Experience utilizing CRM platforms, like MS Dynamics or Salesforce CRM, is a plus
• Knowledge of music industry/licensing or production industry a plus
• Strong customer-focused aptitude with a polite and courteous manner
• Possess the ability to work in a fast-paced collaborative and creative environment
• 2 years working in capacity involving the drafting and processing of legal contracts
• Experience working in the Entertainment industry and/or in Publishing is a plus
• University/College Diploma required

Perks Playlist:
• Competitive Compensation Package including Salary, Benefits and Generous 401k Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off – Paid Holidays, “Winter Break”, Summer Fridays
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance
• Employee Developmental Support
• Annual Gym Reimbursement Package
• Pet Insurance, plus much more!

Universal Music Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer

“All UMG employees are currently required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 before entering any Company offices unless they have been approved for an exemption or unless prohibited by applicable law”

Disclaimer: This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change