As a part of the Artist & Label Partnerships team you'll work with key labels, artists and managers to create and execute impactful initiatives focused on supporting frontline label partners and distributors. You will work closely with the Music Partnerships & Audience team on local strategic initiatives as well as your international counterparts on global campaigns. You will also leverage this relationship to further Spotify's marketing and partnership initiatives to the mutual benefit of Spotify and its industry partners.
For the Manager, Indie Label Partnerships role on the Indie Partnerships team, we seek an outstanding candidate who is an enthusiastic indie music fan and proven leader with experience building and maintaining partner relationships, with an ability to multi-task and build, manage and execute complex campaigns. We are seeking a candidate who can operate as the primary point of contact for multiple key partners across the independent music sector.
This position is based in Los Angeles and reports to the Lead, Indie Partnerships & Programs.
What You'll Do
- Represent Spotify externally with label partners, managers, artists, and other industry stakeholders, identifying opportunities to deepen partnerships and drive mutual success.
- Monitor artist, label, and cultural priorities, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for Spotify support across on-platform and off-platform initiatives.
- Partner directly with labels and distributors to develop and execute priority campaigns, from strategic planning and briefing through launch, measurement, and post-campaign analysis.
- Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and serve as an advocate for partner priorities across Spotify.
- Collaborate with internal teams to develop educational initiatives and represent Spotify in partner meetings, industry events, and presentations.
- Support and mentor team members by sharing expertise in campaign planning, relationship management, and cross-functional collaboration.
- Provide industry insights that help inform product development, partnership strategies, and business priorities.
- Advocate for the needs of independent labels, artists, and distributors internally and externally.
Who You Are
- You have 5+ years of experience leading marketing initiatives, partnership programs, account management, or complex cross-functional projects.
- You have experience working within the music industry, including labels, artist management, distribution, streaming, or related sectors.
- You have a strong understanding of the independent music landscape and the key organizations, trends, opportunities, and challenges shaping the industry.
- You build and maintain trusted relationships with a wide range of stakeholders and partners.
- You communicate clearly and effectively across different audiences and levels of seniority.
- You are highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
- You are comfortable navigating ambiguity and adapting to changing priorities in a dynamic environment.
- You enjoy collaborating across teams and bringing people together to achieve shared goals.
- You use sound judgment, take initiative, and approach challenges with curiosity and a solutions-oriented mindset.
- You are passionate about music and stay connected to emerging artists, genres, and cultural trends.
- You are willing to travel and participate in occasional evening and weekend industry events.
Where You'll Be
- This role is based in Los Angeles, CA
- We offer you the flexibility to work where you work best! There will be some in person meetings, but still allows for flexibility to work from home. We ask that you come in 2-3 times per week.
Skills Required
- 5+ years leading marketing initiatives, partnership programs, account management, or complex cross-functional projects
- Experience working within the music industry (labels, artist management, distribution, streaming, or related sectors)
- Strong understanding of the independent music landscape and key organizations, trends, opportunities, and challenges
- Proven ability to build and maintain trusted relationships with a wide range of stakeholders and partners
- Experience developing and executing priority campaigns from planning through launch, measurement, and post-campaign analysis
- Excellent written and verbal communication across different audiences and seniority levels
- Highly organized with ability to manage multiple priorities and attention to detail
- Comfortable navigating ambiguity and adapting to changing priorities in a dynamic environment
- Experience collaborating across teams and driving cross-functional initiatives
- Sound judgment, initiative, and solutions-oriented mindset
- Passion for music and staying connected to emerging artists, genres, and cultural trends
- Willingness to travel and participate in occasional evening and weekend industry events
Spotify Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Flexible Benefits — Employees consistently praise the total compensation package beyond base salary, highlighting a mix of RSUs, cash incentives, and stipends alongside core pay. The package is described as flexible and customizable through equity choices (e.g., RSUs, options, cash) that can be tailored for long-term wealth building.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are repeatedly highlighted as substantial, including generous vacation, paid sick days, volunteer time, and flexible holidays. These policies are framed as a meaningful part of the overall rewards experience beyond salary.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is portrayed as comprehensive, spanning medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, and mental health support. Additional employer contributions to HSAs are cited as strengthening the overall health and wellness value proposition.
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