Head of Licensing Africa

2 weeks ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Jobs 4 All Full time
Job Title: Head of Licensing, Africa

Based in Johannesburg, with occasional travel to Lagos and Nairobi, we are seeking an ambitious executive to amplify the growth of our client's licensing operations in Africa.

About the Role:

We are looking for a seasoned professional with a strong understanding of the African music market and the global music industry. The successful candidate will be responsible for negotiating and securing major licensing agreements with global and African right holders, managing copyright compliance and legal matters, and growing the commercial value of our client's licensing operations.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Oversee and report on the performance of the overall licensing strategy and performance
  • Negotiate major licensing agreements and build and maintain relations with key right owners
  • Grow the commercial value from the company's licensing operations
  • Lobby and represent the company in private and public forums
  • Manage the performance of the pan-African licensing team
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in business, law, music business, or a related field
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in the music industry, with a significant portion in licensing and rights management
  • In-depth understanding of the African music market and the global music industry
  • Strong entrepreneurial drive with solid business acumen
  • Strong negotiation skills with the ability to prepare and present compelling business cases
  • Excellent relationship-building skills with key stakeholders
  • Leadership and team management skills
Beneficial Experience:
  • Familiarity with digital music platforms and technology trends in the music industry
  • Prior experience in a senior leadership role, preferably within the music, entertainment, or digital media industries
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make strategic decisions
  • Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal


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