Manager, Corporate Development and Strategy - Santa Monica, 90404 at Universal Music Group

Position Manager, Corporate Development and Strategy - Santa Monica, 90404
Posted 03 May 2026
Expired 02 Jun 2026
Company Universal Music Group
Location Santa Monica | US
Job Type Full Time

Job Description:

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Manager, Corporate Development and Strategy - Santa Monica, 90404, United States of America

How we LEAD:

The Corporate Development and Strategy team is a highly visible team within UMG. The group serves Universal Music Group’s executive leadership, business units/labels and internal stakeholders with projects that span across M&A, strategic planning, artist deals, new business ventures, internal consulting, among others. The team is lean and committed to fostering a workplace culture that is fun, supportive and collaborative.

The Corporate Development and Strategy team is looking for the candidate to be based in Santa Monica, CA. The candidate will support the team on deal analyses (including artist/M&A deals) & strategic projects, monitor competitor & market trends, and assist in financial planning. The candidate will have the opportunity to apply strategic and critical thinking in driving growth and profitability across the company’s diverse portfolio of businesses, including recorded music, publishing, merch, D2C, artist services, digital, tech, marketing, etc. The successful candidate is an analytical, proactive, and intellectually curious individual who can identify opportunities/risks, structure analyses, develop solutions and articulate findings.

How you'll CREATE:

  • Oversee financial/analytical modeling using valuation techniques, detailed due diligence, and strategic evaluations for potential M&A candidates, artist deals, and business development growth initiatives
  • Support internal strategic analyses by working with department leaders across the company to determine growth initiatives, revenue drivers and cost/investment need ▪ Perform industry and competitive due diligence including market trends and competitive analysis
  • Author and communicate succinct presentations for senior management and other UMG leaders

Bring your VIBE:

  • Strong financial modeling experience building operational models, valuations, new ventures, etc. including use of Excel, Word and Powerpoint
  • 5+ years of relevant work experience in finance, M&A, consulting/strategy, or similar field
  • Proven ability to analyze and communicate complex analyses and key findings for executives
  • Able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple assignments
  • Able to think critically and make problem solving decisions
  • Ability to take ownership of and drive forward projects independently
  • Experience analyzing and diligencing large or varied data sets
  • High level of intellectual curiosity, especially around music, technology, and entertainment
  • Highly personable with strong team-working skills
  • Prior relevant experience in the music industry preferred
  • Bachelor’s degree preferably in business, economics or another related field

Job Info:

  • Company: Universal Music Group
  • Position: Manager, Corporate Development and Strategy - Santa Monica, 90404
  • Work Location: Santa Monica
  • Country: US

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