Opportunity information
Salary £15600 per year
Duration 15 months
Advert closing date 31/07/2026
Description
At Sony Music Publishing (“SMP”), we believe every voice matters. We are the #1 global music publisher, advancing the artistry of the world’s greatest songwriters and composers for over 25 years. The role-holder will carry out a unique, hybrid role, assisting two sister-departments within Administration.
About Sony Music Publishing (“SMP”)
At Sony Music Publishing (“SMP”), we believe every voice matters. We are the #1 global music publisher, advancing the artistry of the world’s greatest songwriters and composers for over 25 years. We keep songwriters at the forefront of everything we do, and design our suite of services to amplify opportunities, build connections, and defend their rights. Our roster benefits from an international team committed to providing support at every career stage. From classic catalogues to contemporary hitmakers, history is always being written. We are a part of the Sony family of global companies. Learn more about SMP here.
About the Position:
The role-holder will carry out a unique, hybrid role, assisting two sister-departments within Administration. This provides an opportunity to learn about core building blocks of the Music Publishing business, from the initial song registration to income analysis and recovery.
The role-holder will be required to communicate/liaise with various internal stakeholders, use internal and external databases and demonstrate strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy.
A curious and analytical approach to work is fundamental to the success of this role.
About the Copyright Department:
The UK Copyright dept. serves to ensure Sony MP UK’s Copyrights are registered, monitored and protected both in the UK and overseas. This entails the assimilation and dissemination of information that is often data heavy, whereby attention to detail is of the highest importance. The team is also responsible for the protection of Sony MP’s non-UK copyrights in the UK market.
About the Tracking & Audit Department:
The UK Tracking & Audit dept. is tasked with three main objectives: Reviewing sources of income to identify potential underpayments in the UK market, managing client audit examinations from audit notice to completion, and providing analytical insight and in-depth analysis to the business.
Key Responsibilities
Copyright
Royalty Portal Song Analysis
Reviewing the registration status via Song View on our Royalty Portal.
Deal Song Checker
Full review of new catalogue song data, ensuring worldwide registrations are in place and accounted for.
U.S LOD (Letter of Direction)
Collating required data to produce a robust LOD for registration updates in the U.S.
Visual & Media Rights Analysis
To assist with song registration, as well as analysis and recovery of royalties generated from TV broadcasts.
Tracking
Income Tracking & Income Recovery
Running reports from the in-house database and analysing data to identify possible gaps in income for the team to review.
Assistance with Client Audits
Gathering relevant royalty statements and other relevant historical documentation (client contracts etc.) to support SMP’s audit procedures.
Client Account Analysis and Contextual Tracking
Analysis of client accounts on an ad-hoc as required basis, identifying gaps in payments leading to potential royalty recovery. Reviewing sales reports and third-party data to check payments received by SMP are correct.
Worldwide Advert Tracking
Assisting senior team members in tracking multi-territory ad campaigns. This will involve checking reports, looking for gaps in income and verifying possible income loss. Developing strong relationships with SMP’s international affiliate network and sending affiliate queries.
Suspense Review
Reviewing suspense accounts to identify unmatched income for income recovery opportunities.
Ad Hoc Calculation Requests
Assisting with miscellaneous calculations, e.g. royalty adjustments.
Person Specification (skills/experience/qualifications)
A self-motivated individual with an analytical mindset, aptitude for figures and excellent communication skills.
Essential requirements
- Numerate
- Strong attention to detail
- High levels of accuracy
- Able to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders using appropriate formats (oral, written and digital)
- Methodical and organised approach to work
- Ability to work towards deadlines
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 applications (specifically Excel, Word, Teams and Outlook)
- A minimum of English and Maths GCSEs (grades 9-4) or equivalent
- Solution based mindset
- Investigative & analytical nature
- Aptitude and desire to learn data analysis skills and working with big data sets
Desirable requirements
- A genuine interest in a broad range of music
- Intermediate level in Excel
- BTEC or A level qualification
Entry requirements
- Numerate
- Strong attention to detail
- High levels of accuracy
- Able to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders using appropriate formats (oral, written and digital)
- Methodical and organised approach to work
- Ability to work towards deadlines
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 applications (specifically Excel, Word, Teams and Outlook)
- A minimum of English and Maths GCSEs (grades 9-4, A-C) or equivalent
- Solution based mindset
- Investigative & analytical nature
- Aptitude and desire to learn data analysis skills and working with big data sets
Training to be provided
Data Technician Apprenticeship Level 3
This occupation is found in all sectors where data is generated or processed including but not limited to finance, retail, education, health, media, manufacturing and hospitality. The broad purpose of the occupation is to source, format and present data securely in a relevant way for analysis using basic methods; to communicate outcomes appropriate to the audience; analyse structured and unstructured data to support business outcomes; blend data from multiple sources as directed and apply legal and ethical principles when manipulating data.
You will learn how to do the following:
source data from a collection of already identified trusted sources in a secure manner
collate and format data to facilitate processing and presentation for review and further advanced analysis by others
present data for review and analysis by others, using required medium for example tables, charts and graphs
blend data by combining data from various sources and formats to explore its relevance for the business needs
analyse simple and complex structured and unstructured data to support business outcomes using basic statistical methods to analyse the data.
validate results of analysis using various techniques, e.g cross checking, to identify faults in data results and to ensure data quality
communicate results verbally, through reports and technical documentation and tailoring the message for the audience
store, manage and share data securely in a compliant manner
collaborate with people both internally and externally at all levels with a view to creating value from data
practise continuous self learning to keep up to date with technological developments to enhance relevant skills and take responsibility for own professional development
See full training standard here:
https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/data-technician-v1-0
Things to consider
➢ A genuine interest in a broad range of music
➢ Intermediate level in Excel
➢ BTEC or A level qualification
Wage is the National Living Wage based on the age of the successful candidate.
Skills required
Array
Future prospects
Sony are dedicated to developing talent through apprenticeships. This programme could lead to a full time role beyond the apprenticeship
Hours per week 37.5
Working week Mon to Fri - 9.30am - 6.00pm
London, London, England, N1C 4DB
