Sr. Analyst, Business Affairs Admin

<p><strong><u>About Sony Music Entertainment</u></strong></p> <p>At Sony Music Entertainment, we fuel the creative journey. We’ve played a pioneering role in music history, from the first-ever music label to the invention of the flat disc record. We’ve nurtured some of music’s most iconic artists and produced some of the most influential recordings of all time.</p> <p>Today, we work in more than 70 countries, supporting a diverse roster of international superstars, developing and independent artists, and visionary creators. From our position at the intersection of music, entertainment, and technology, we bring imagination and expertise to the newest products and platforms, embrace new business models, employ breakthrough tools, and provide powerful insights that help our artists push creative boundaries and reach new audiences. In everything we do, we’re committed to artistic integrity, transparency, and entrepreneurship.</p> <p>Sony Music Entertainment is a member of the Sony family of global companies.</p> <p>The Senior Analyst, Business Affairs Administration is responsible for managing all aspects of side artist clearances for a label within Sony Music Entertainment. This role independently handles the drafting, negotiation, and finalization of waivers related to all side artists and serves as a key operational partner to internal and external stakeholders.</p> <h2><strong>What you'll do:</strong></h2> <ul> <li>Manage the drafting, negotiation, and finalization of side artist waivers, ensuring all terms align with company policies and industry standards.</li> <li>Review and interpret contracts to identify key terms and conditions related to side artist contributions.</li> <li>Collaborate with A&amp;R, A&amp;R Admin, A&amp;R Operations, Label Business and Legal Affairs, Finance, Royalties, and other departments to ensure timely completion of all necessary clearances.</li> <li>Liaise with artist management, legal representatives, and external stakeholders to negotiate terms and secure clearances.</li> <li>Maintain detailed records of all clearance processes, including tracking the status of negotiations, contract execution, and any outstanding issues.</li> <li>Ensure that all side artist agreements are accurately documented, filed, and maintained in the company’s legal and administrative databases.</li> <li>Monitor compliance with contractual obligations and address any issues or discrepancies that arise during the clearance process.</li> <li>Provide guidance and support on side artist clearance matters to internal stakeholders.</li> <li>Work closely with A&amp;R Administration, Label Business and Legal Affairs, and other internal teams to ensure alignment on clearance strategies and priorities.</li> <li