Senior Finance Analyst
Senior Finance Analyst
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Job Description
Music is Universal
Its the passionate and dedicated team at Universal Music who help make us the worlds leading music company. From A&R to finance legal to digital sales to marketing Universal Music is the place to grow and develop your career within a truly commercial and innovative business that leads in everything it does.
Everyone is welcome to apply for our roles and we are determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment because of gender race disability sexual orientation religion belief age marital status background pregnancy or caring responsibilities. We also recognise the importance of diversity of thought within our teams and are fully committed to embracing the talents of people with autism dyslexia ADHD and other forms of neurocognitive variation.
We will always seek to make appropriate adjustments to recruitment workplaces and work processes to be fully inclusive to people with different needs and working styles. If you need us to make any reasonable adjustments for you from application onwards including alternatives to the online form or to disclose a neurocognitive condition please email
About Market Development AMEA at UMG
The AMEA Market Development team drives growth across one of the most dynamic and diverse regions in the music world spanning Asia the Middle East and Africa. We identify and unlock opportunities for Universal Music Group through strategic investment innovative partnerships artist and repertoire expansion and market entry strategies. Its a space where creativity meets commercial strategy and where data-driven insights guide decisions that shape the future of music in some of the worlds fastest-growing markets.
A Day in the Life
As a Senior Finance Analyst youll be at the centre of our regional finance and strategy activity analysing growth drivers tracking performance and providing data-led insights that influence business-critical decisions. Youll work closely with the CFO & EVP of Business Development contributing to projects that span Mergers & Acquisitions investments strategic planning artist and partner deals and market trend analysis.
Your Impact in the Role
Your work will help guide investment decisions unlock growth opportunities and ensure we remain ahead of the curve in fast-moving competitive markets.
Key Responsibilities
Build and maintain robust financial and analytical models for valuation due diligence and strategic evaluation.
Analyse performance drivers and market trends to inform forecasts and strategic plans.
Lead the development of reports and dashboards using financial reporting systems (experience with HFM/SAP a plus).
Collaborate across regions to improve processes and enhance the quality and speed of decision-making.
Prepare concise and impactful presentations and memorandum for senior stakeholders.
Consistently role model behaviours that promote a culture of excellence collaboration and continuous improvement.
This role is ideal for you if
You love working with data and can turn complex numbers into clear actionable insights.
You are commercially minded detail-oriented and thrive in a collaborative fast-paced environment.
You naturally demonstrate curiosity critical thinking and influencing skills when exploring challenges and opportunities.
Youre curious about the music and entertainment industry and want to work where creativity meets commercial strategy.
Our Ideal Candidate
Strong financial modelling skills and experience with large or complex data sets.
Advanced Excel skills with proficiency in PowerPoint and Word.
Confident communicator who can simplify complex analysis for diverse audiences.
Organised proactive and able to manage multiple priorities independently.
Demonstrates curiosity critical thinking influencing ability and a detail-driven approach to problem-solving.
Experience in investment banking strategy consulting corporate development strategic finance or a similar analytical role is strongly preferred
A genuine interest in the music media or entertainment sectors.
Behaviours we Value
Critical Thinking Constantly seeks to understand the why behind the data questioning assumptions made identifying patterns and connections others might miss ability to simplify complex problems.
Detail Oriented Focused on delivering high quality work to enable swift decision making
Collaboration & Influence Builds trusted relationships communicates with clarity and influences without authority.
Ownership & Accountability Takes initiative delivers on commitments and drives projects to completion.
Continuous Improvement Actively looks for ways to enhance processes tools and outputs.
Cultural Awareness Respects and adapts to diverse cultures and markets across the AMEA region.
Why Join Us
Youll be joining a forward-thinking collaborative and supportive team in a fast-paced creativeand innovation are valued. We invest in your development and offer a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing and worklife balance.
About UMG UK
Universal Music Group (UMG) is the worlds leading music company committed to artistry innovation and entrepreneurship. Our extensive catalogue encompasses the most renowned artists globally and we proudly foster a creative environment that values diversity inclusion and excellence. At UMG we believe that our people are the heart of our business and we strive to nurture a dynamic and inclusive workplace culture.
Your Reward and Benefits
At UMG we recognise and reward your contributions through competitive compensation and extensive benefits including:
Competitive salary reflective of your experience and contribution
Generous annual leave entitlement
Private healthcare and wellness initiatives
Pension scheme with employer contributions
Employee assistance programme and mental health resources
Discounts on music merchandise events and products
Comprehensive training and career development opportunities
A dynamic and inclusive workplace culture focused on professional growth and well-being
Just So You Know
The company presents this job description as a guide to the major areas and duties for which the jobholder is accountable. However the business operates in an environment that demands change and the jobholders specific responsibilities and activities will vary and develop. Therefore the job description should be seen as indicative and not as a permanent definitive and exhaustive statement.
Job Category:
Universal Music GroupRequired Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
