Coordinator, Contract Administration

Coordinator, Contract AdministrationHybridNashville, Tennessee, United StatesShare this job DescriptionThe RoleKobalt Music Publishing is looking for a Coordinator to join our Contract Administration team. You will play a crucial role in interpreting and onboarding client agreements, as well as managing copyright ingestion into our internal systems. We are looking for a highly accurate, self-motivated team member who can effectively collaborate with other team members and key cross functional partners to ensure the integrity of our claims and accurate administration.What You’ll DoServes as an advanced cross-trained team member, leveraging deep system knowledge and workflow mastery across both agreement and work process streams to act as a high-level execution resource and primary owner of key operational tracking boards.Interprets and onboards key agreement terms from new long-form contracts into Kobalt’s bespoke publishing operations system, with primary focus on more complex or involved agreementsIngests copyrights (whether as part of a client signing or ongoing song deliveries) into Kobalt’s proprietary systemHelps track and manage any conditional amendments to ongoing Kobalt publishing agreementsAssists the wider Administration departments within Kobalt in the interpretation and implementation of contractual terms in our client agreementsMakes relevant system updates as required for amended agreement termsIngests works via our proprietary automated pipelines Works closely with Business Affairs to attend handover meetings and advise on the feasibility of proposed contractual terms for new clientsSupports the wider department’s strategic initiatives as we work to streamline catalog processes related to the successful administration of our client agreementsProactively updates Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure our processes are documented and up-to-dateWhat You’ll BringPreferred:Previous experience reading and interpreting music publishing contracts as well as 2+ years of experience in music publishing.High level of written and spoken English and good communication skills are essential: the duties require a very high level of internal communication, and we are looking for someone who is able to adapt communication to audienceTech-savvy with competency in GSuite softwareAdvanced skill in Microsoft Excel Obsessive attention to detail, analytical, and investigatory skillsExperience with SQL a plus, but not requiredInterview ProcessPhone screen with recruiterExcel assessmentInterview with hiring managerPanel interview with team membersWhat Success Looks LikeBy Month 1: You will be entering works into the system and will have processed admin agreements on your ownBy Month 3: You will be entering works into the system both manually and with automated processes, processing admin agreements and other types as needed regularlyBy Year 1: You will have established yourself as an integral part of the team structure, connected with global coworkers on projects, be able to work independently with little to no supervision for completing tasks successfullyKey Behaviors for SuccessBehavior 1: Teamwork– be able to work within the team to support the overall business and leaders of the teamBehavior 2: Collaboration – partner globally with Kobalt offices to successfully complete projectsBehavior 3: Communication – have a strong grasp on keeping others up to date and in the know on project statuses, asking questions as needed, and being able to explain processes and train others as neededWhy Choose UsAt Kobalt, we’ve championed creators since 2000. Our technology and music services are built to make the industry more transparent, fair, and rewarding for artists, songwriters, and rights holders. We’re proud to work with some of the world’s most influential talents including Phoebe Bridgers, Sam Fender, Paul McCartney, Foo Fighters, Karol G, Young Thug, Kali Uchis, and Andrew Watt as well as acclaimed writers like Simon Aldred...