Job Description
We are Universal Music Publishing Group Australia (UMPG), part of The Universal Music Group. We are the world's leading music company. In everything we do, we are committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising, and audio-visual content in more than 60 countries. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters. We produce, distribute and promote the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to delight and entertain fans around the world.
Are you highly organised, detail-obsessed, and passionate about music? Universal Music Publishing Group is seeking a motivated Publishing Administration Coordinator to support our Music Publishing team in managing catalogues, copyrights, and royalty processes.
This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience across publishing administration, royalty processing, copyright management, and industry compliance within a fast-paced and collaborative environment.
About the Role:
Monitor and manage the Music Publishing administration inbox, responding to enquiries in a timely and professional manner
Assist in identifying, reviewing, and resolving copyright and ownership disputes
Support royalty audits, royalty reviews, and income tracking projects
Complete weekly UMPG chart analysis
Perform quarterly compliance controls, including auto match suspense releases
Register new agreements and musical works with APRA/AMCOS
Assist with royalty processing and statement title matching
Maintain and update client catalogues and internal databases
Provide general administrative support and undertake ad hoc tasks as required
About you:
You are organised, proactive, and thrive in a high-volume administrative environment. You take pride in accuracy and are confident managing multiple tasks and systems simultaneously.
You will bring:
Previous experience in a full-time administrative office environment
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Team player who is happy to roll their sleeves up and do what needs to get done!
Excellent data entry, filing, and organisational abilities
Intermediate Microsoft Office skills (Excel and Word essential)
Strong systems aptitude to accommodate training on our bespoke UMPG and music society systems
The ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively
Desirable but not essential:
Experience within music, media, or music publishing
Ability to interpret publishing agreements and contracts
Degree qualification (preferred but not required)
About us:
Career opportunities – unique and rare opportunity to elevate your career in a supportive, motivated and ambitious team
The opportunity to join the WORLDS leading music company
All the perks of working within the music industry (did someone say live music?)
X 2 ‘U-Days’ per calendar year to spend however you like!
Strengths based learning and development opportunities
Much more….!
Job Category:
Administrative
Are you highly organised, detail-obsessed, and passionate about music? Universal Music Publishing Group is seeking a motivated Publishing Administration Coordinator to support our Music Publishing team in managing catalogues, copyrights, and royalty processes.
This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience across publishing administration, royalty processing, copyright management, and industry compliance within a fast-paced and collaborative environment.
About the Role:
Monitor and manage the Music Publishing administration inbox, responding to enquiries in a timely and professional manner
Assist in identifying, reviewing, and resolving copyright and ownership disputes
Support royalty audits, royalty reviews, and income tracking projects
Complete weekly UMPG chart analysis
Perform quarterly compliance controls, including auto match suspense releases
Register new agreements and musical works with APRA/AMCOS
Assist with royalty processing and statement title matching
Maintain and update client catalogues and internal databases
Provide general administrative support and undertake ad hoc tasks as required
About you:
You are organised, proactive, and thrive in a high-volume administrative environment. You take pride in accuracy and are confident managing multiple tasks and systems simultaneously.
You will bring:
Previous experience in a full-time administrative office environment
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Team player who is happy to roll their sleeves up and do what needs to get done!
Excellent data entry, filing, and organisational abilities
Intermediate Microsoft Office skills (Excel and Word essential)
Strong systems aptitude to accommodate training on our bespoke UMPG and music society systems
The ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively
Desirable but not essential:
Experience within music, media, or music publishing
Ability to interpret publishing agreements and contracts
Degree qualification (preferred but not required)
About us:
Career opportunities – unique and rare opportunity to elevate your career in a supportive, motivated and ambitious team
The opportunity to join the WORLDS leading music company
All the perks of working within the music industry (did someone say live music?)
X 2 ‘U-Days’ per calendar year to spend however you like!
Strengths based learning and development opportunities
Much more….!
Job Category:
Administrative
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Universal Music Publishing- Administration Coordinator position is now open for candidates interested in the Legal Jobs sector. This role in Sydney offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Legal Jobs is a plus.