Copyright Assistant

Location: Liverpool Contract terms: Permanent Reporting to: Copyright Manager Job Summary The Copyright Assistant will be responsible for supporting the Copyright Communications Team in the administration of clients’ copyrights. They will interact with collection societies, other publishers and other interested parties to facilitate effective global administration of copyrights. Job Description Copyright Administration - Assist with answering basic client copyright queries from other publishers and Performing Rights Organisations. - Assist with resolving copyright conflicts/counterclaims. - Assist with data enrichment in system. - Assist with account audits. - Assist Copyright Communications Team with claiming for works utilising online platforms. - Assist wider team with Copyright queries. Rights Management & Client Management Support - Assist with special projects initiated by the wider Rights team division, Client Managers and Director of Rights, ensuring a qualitative and timely resolution of assigned project tasks. - Assist Rights team with ad hoc duties to cover holiday periods etc. Skills - Strong written and verbal communication skills - Keen attention to detail, accuracy and detail-driven - Demonstrable prioritisation, organisation and deadline management skills required - High level of numeracy - Ability to work with large data sets - Basic Excel skills are preferred Knowledge - Basic understanding of the music publishing industry is preferable Attitude - Positive approach to problem solving - Enthusiasm for working with artists and business partners at all levels - Collaborative approach to outcomes - Ability to maintain a professional manner when handling song disputes and duplicate claims - Persistent drive to complete tasks in accurate and timely manner Experience - Previous admin experience is advantageous - Knowledge of music publishing industry either through education or previous work experience is preferable