Project Manager, Strategy & Operations - 6 Month FTC Job Description: At Warner Music Group, we're a global collective of music makers and music lovers, tech innovators and inspired entrepreneurs, game-changing creatives and passionate team members. Here, we turn dreams into stardom and audiences into fans. We are guided by three core values that underpin everything we do across all our diverse businesses: Curiosity: We do our best work when we're immersing ourselves in culture and breaking through barriers. Curiosity is the driving force behind creativity and ingenuity. It fuels innovation, and innovation is the key to our future. Collaboration: Making music and bringing it to the world is all about the power of originality amplified by teamwork. A great idea, like a great song, travels globally. We ignite passions and build connections across our diverse community of artists, songwriters, partners, and fans. Commitment: We pursue excellence for our team and our talent. Everything in music starts with a leap into the unknown, and we're committed to keeping the faith, acting with integrity, and delivering on our promises. We remain committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We know it fosters a culture where you can truly belong, contribute, and grow. We encourage applications from people of any age, gender identity, sex or sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, disability, and any other protected characteristic or identity. Consider a career at WMG and get the best of both worlds - an innovative global music company that retains the creative spirit of a nimble independent. Job Title: Project Manager, Strategy & Operations - 6 Month FTC - Immediate Start A little bit about our team: Strategy & Operations at Warner Music Group is a cross-functional team working across the whole company - including Recorded Music and Music Publishing. The team is a partner to the senior leadership at WMG focusing on high-impact strategic projects, data analysis and execution. The Business Operations team is responsible for leading cross functional initiatives in support of the WMG strategy which includes helping to develop and execute business plans, overseeing the implementation of new initiatives, tracking and coordinating the success of key strategic goals and initiatives and organizing process improvement efforts. Your role: We are seeking a driven, dynamic and incredibly well-organised Project Manager to excel in a fast-paced, client-facing environment. In this role, you will oversee the coordination and execution of multifaceted projects, reporting into the EVP Transformation and the SVP, Strategy and Operations. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure seamless collaboration among internal cross-functional teams and external stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle and ensure that deliverables exceed client expectations. We are looking for someone who can start immediately (April 2025). Here you'll get to: - Project Planning and Strategy: Develop and execute detailed project plans, outlining project scope, timelines, resource allocation, and key milestones. Devise strategies for effective communication and collaboration among diverse stakeholders. - Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with c suite as well as internal cross-functional teams e.g. marketing, transformation, finance, People team. - Project Execution: Direct daily management of project activities, ensuring adherence to deadlines, budgets, and quality standards. - Problem-Solving & Risk Mitigation: Proactively identify and address potential risks or bottlenecks that could hinder project success. Develop and implement contingency plans. - Process Optimization: Continuously look for ways to improve processes. Provide best-practice guidance and recommendations to streamline workflows and enhance project outcomes. - Reporting: Deliver regular, comprehensive progress updates highlighting achievements and effectively communicating any challenges. About you: - Proven experience in project or program management, ideally in a multi-territory media or entertainment. Experience in the music industry is a bonus but not essential - Proven track record of successfully managing multiple projects simultaneously - Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to tailor messaging to diverse audiences. - Demonstrated ability to build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels of the organization - Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making skills - Comfort with ambiguity and the ability to adapt quickly to shifting priorities within a dynamic working environment - Excellent organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and ability to manage time effectively - "Roll-up-your-sleeves" mentality and willingness to get hands-on with tasks when necessary We'd love it if you also had: - At least 3 years of related experience in a digital, media, or technology organization - Understanding of GDPR and data privacy compliance - Experience of handling sensitive and confidential information - Understanding of infrastructure architecture and how it impacts project and company goals - PMI training and certifications - If you're ready to revolutionise, innovate, and lead change, join our global team and be a part of shaping the future of the music industry About us: As the home to Asylum, Atlantic, East West, Elektra, FFRR, Fueled by Ramen, Nonesuch, Parlophone, Rhino, Roadrunner, Sire, Warner Records, Warner Classics, and several other of the world's premier recording labels, Warner Music Group champions emerging artists and global superstars alike. And our renowned publishing company, Warner Chappell Music, represents genre-spanning songwriters and producers through a catalogue of more than one million copyrights worldwide. Warner Music Group is also home to ADA, which supports the independent community, as well as artist services division WMX. In addition, WMG counts film and television storytelling powerhouse Warner Music Entertainment among its many brands. Together, we are Warner Music Group: Independent Minds. Major Sound. Love this job and want to apply? Click the "Apply" link at the top of the page, or apply directly with your LinkedIn. Applying with LinkedIn will import all of the information you put in your profile, but will still allow you to upload a resume and cover letter. Don't be discouraged if you don't hear from us right away. We're taking our time to review all resumes, and to find the best people for WMG. Thanks for your interest in working for WMG. We love it here, and think you will, too. WMG is committed to inclusion and diversity in all aspects of our business. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and will evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, religion or belief, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, disability, pregnancy, childbirth or any other characteristic protected by law.