VP, Business

Description

VP, Business 

EMPIRE is a premier and dynamic music company that prides itself on the development and support of independent artists. We are a rapidly growing firm that has been making waves in the music industry, with an extensive portfolio that spans multiple genres and reaches audiences worldwide. We have become the largest independent record label in the U.S., with a significant global presence covering Africa, Asia, Europe, Australia, and North and South America. We keep ourselves busy with a large range of music-related services from original content and marketing to distribution and recordings. 

Our commitment to artistic creativity, innovation, and progressive business solutions forms the foundation of our corporate culture. We believe in fostering talent, not just in our artists but also within our professional teams. As we continue to expand, we invite you to join us on this exciting journey.

The Role Remix: EMPIRE is seeking a dynamic and experienced VP, Business who will play a pivotal role in driving EMPIRE’s growth by identifying, evaluating, and executing strategic business opportunities. Acting as the right hand to the Chief Business Officer, this individual will be responsible for executing business development initiatives across the company—including partnerships, new revenue streams, and operational execution of key deals. This role requires a strategic thinker with a bias for execution, exceptional stakeholder management skills, and a deep understanding of the music, entertainment, and digital media landscapes.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive special projects and high-impact initiatives, balancing long-term vision with near-term execution.
• Act as a key liaison between internal teams and external partners, ensuring operational efficiency and accountability.
• Lead strategic planning, helping set priorities and optimize resource allocation.
• Manage and scale existing partnerships while identifying opportunities for deeper collaboration.
• Work cross-functionally to integrate new business opportunities into EMPIRE’s core operations.
• Complete financial modeling and deal assessment for business development initiatives including partnerships, acquisitions, investments, etc. 
• Conduct market analysis to identify new business opportunities, ensuring we are at the forefront of industry developments and innovations.
• Work closely with finance and legal teams to ensure seamless contract execution and compliance.
• Implement KPIs and performance tracking to measure success and impact.

What sets you apart: 

• You’re a strategic thinker who understands the intersection of digital media, business development, and operations. 
• A systems thinker with demonstrated business acumen, judgment and decision making
• Extremely organized and methodical; exceptional project manager who is a starter and a finisher with a GSD attitude 
• You are a strategic and execution oriented operator who can connect the dots across industries and drive meaningful outcomes.
• Collaborative style; positive can-do attitude. A team player with a strong drive to create a positive work environment.
• You thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and can balance creative vision with business execution.
• You must be exceptionally organized and an adept project manager who can juggle multiple projects and priorities 
• You have strong financial acumen with experience in deal modeling, P&L management, and revenue forecasting.
• You have strong leadership skills, with the ability to manage cross-functional teams and drive strategic priorities.
• You’re a natural relationship builder, deeply connected to the music supervision community, and able to foster both immediate and long-term business opportunities.
• You’re passionate about music, culture, and storytelling, and you understand the value that sync placements bring to artists and clients alike.

Key Notes for Success:

• 8+ years of experience in fast-growing, agile companies, with exposure to multiple functions. Strong experience in entertainment, streaming media, operations, and strategy is required, along with 2+ years of investment banking or management consulting experience (required)
• Deep understanding of business development, operations, and strategy. 
• Exceptional time-management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional project management skills, with a keen eye for identifying bottlenecks and streamlining workflows.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive approach and a strong sense of urgency.
• An MBA or equivalent