Our client, a thriving music booking agency is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager who has experience and understanding of the live music industry.

Key responsibilities will include:

· Managing and overseeing contracts across the agency booking process.
·Collaborating with colleagues to ensure a seamless execution of contracts.
· Drafting, reviewing, and issuing Terms of Business to new clients.
·Negotiating, drafting, and issuing of contracts for domestic and international performances within deadlines.
·Reviewing Offer Letters for shows and festivals.
· Summarising rights and advising team of legal obligation for client contracts.
· Overseeing, managing, and training the Contracts Assistant.
· Collaborating with the Finance Manager regarding tax management for international shows.
· Reviewing and updating contract templates annually.
· Overseeing insurance policies working with senior management.
· Supporting with the monitoring and development of internal systems and making recommendations of best practice.
· Maintaining a library of executed agreements.
· Developing the technical process for contract creation and storage.

Requirements:

· Substantial experience in a contracting role within music essential.
· Sound knowledge of the live events industry and understanding of commercial/agency contracts.
· Confident negotiator.
· Able to work across complicated international and domestic contracts with a range of company sizes.
· Experience working across split contracts and international tax management is desirable.
· Meticulous attention to detail.
· Robust prioritisation skills and problem solving abilities.
· Capable of working in a fast-paced environment and meeting deadlines.
· Adaptable approach to work.
· Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, and Adobe.
· Team collaboration and management experience.
· Awareness of legal changes and their impact on the industry.

Please note that due to the volume of submissions, only successful candidates who meet the exact requirements will be contacted. If you have not heard back within 10 days of submission, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
The Music Market/Arts and Media are an equal opportunities employer who supports diversity in the workplace.