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Commercial Insights & Deals Analyst - Music

Location
London
Salary
£375 - £400 per day
Sector
Finance Jobs
Type
Hybrid
Contract Type
Temporary
Job Ref
BBBH113366AA
Posted
Aug 6, 2026
Expiry
Sep 3, 2026
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An exciting music label are seeking a Commercial Insights & Deals Analyst to join their central London team on an initial 12-month contract. The successful candidate will a strong background in finance & modelling and be able to drive deal analysis, forecasting, and metadata integrity across the music business.

What you'll do:
* Analyse and model commercial deals, supporting strategy and KPIs
* Manage deal pipeline and forecasting
* Maintain accurate contract and metadata systems
* Partner with Strategy, Finance, and Legal teams on end-to-end deal processes
* Improve workflows and drive operational efficiency

What we're looking for:
* Strong analytical and Excel/financial modelling skills
* Solid understanding of music contracts and royalties
* Highly organised with great attention to detail

Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

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