Indie Labels Licensing Specialist

**Company Description** LIVE THE MUSIC WITH US** From a pioneer tech start-up created in 2007, Deezer has become one of the first French unicorns and the second largest independent music streaming platform in the world. At sixteen years old, we’re only just coming of age. Now listed on #EuroNext, Deezer is a rapidly-growing, cutting-edge player in the music streaming market. If you want an environment where you can make your voice heard and be at the forefront of music and tech, look no further We believe music is all about embracing the things that make us different. Deezer is a vibrant community that celebrates uniqueness, diversity and individuality, and thrives on collaboration. Our international and passionate teams pride themselves on being at the forefront of the music experience, going beyond streaming and helping the world to Live the Music. We’re constantly evolving alongside our customers, partners, artists and employees — striving to make Deezer the most personal and innovative streaming service in the world. ***Join Us** Part of the Music Rights team, the Indies team focuses on commercial relationships with a large number of independent music businesses. We work with labels (+500 rightsholders) in a very diverse number of territories, as well as with global rights organisations (A&R companies, aggregators, DIY, record labels). The role is an opportunity to take a global view of the music industry at a major music streaming platform. You will support the team handling existing and new licenses, managing and negotiating licenses from existingc independent Recording companies globally, develop key relationships with the relevant rights holders and acquiring new catalogues. **What you will do**: - Assist the team handling long-term relationships with all independent actors in the music industry - Music Rights acquisition from all independent labels for both D2C and B2B opportunities in all markets where Deezer is or will be operating - Analyze financial impact of labels acquisition and costs - Keep up-to-date with changes in legislation and music industry moves - Follow-up new developments and establish a collaborative relationship with the teams internally (Legal, - Reporting, Editorial, Marketing, Product & Business Development) to make sure we are compliant with our contracts with labels. - When needed, negotiate with labels any new development or offer that might help support Deezer’s objective - Be the business point of contact for labels and a Deezer spokesperson towards the industry. **Qualifications** This role is excellent for a person with**: - 2 years experience within the music, content or entertainment industry - Relationship management experience - High attention to detail - Hybrid profile: must be comfortable working with contracts as well as excel modelling. - Broad understanding of copyright and legal environment within the music industry - Strong analytical and numerical skills, business-oriented/ commercial approach - Fluency in English is mandatory, French is a plus. - Capacity to work cross-functionally **Additional Information** At Deezer, you can be your true self as we believe that #everyvoicematters. We strive to build an inclusive culture and foster a diverse environment. Because we care and want to ensure each employee feels welcome and safe at work, we continuously focus on fighting biases and helping diverse teams work well together through multiple learning opportunities, e-learnings and workshops right from the onboarding: - Regular Diversity & Inclusion internal and external talks - Dedicated employee work streams on Gender equity, Ethnicity & Culture, Disability and LGBTQ+ - Multiple e-learnings and mandatory training sessions for all managers - English and French courses for all, so that everyone can connect and feel included Beyond benefits like health insurance, transportation, we offer you extra perks like: - A Deezer premium family account for free - Access to gym classes - Deezer parties several times a year and drinks every thursday - Allowance for sports, travelling and culture - Meal vouchers - Great offices always located in dynamic and attractive districts, whether in Paris, London, Berlin or Sao Paulo - Hybrid remote work policy **If you want to learn more about life and culture at Deezer, please visit our Welcome to the Jungle page **here**