ABOUT THE COMPANY
This is an exciting opportunity to join the team at a top independent music publishing company. With decades of experience and a catalogue that spans generations, Kassner Music remains proudly independent and committed to nurturing exceptional songwriters and artists. We offer a friendly and collaborative working environment where every employee makes a difference.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for a Head of A&R to lead our creative strategy and steer the future of our roster. You will be responsible for discovering and introducing new talent and furthering the careers of our artists and songwriters.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Lead the A&R function across the company, managing both roster development and the wider creative team.
• Identify artists and songwriters for signing.
• Build meaningful, long-term relationships with talent, offering hands-on creative guidance and career support.
• Facilitate songwriting collaborations in the UK and internationally.
• Work closely with songwriters and their teams to support releases, song placements and sync opportunities.
• Develop strategic relationships with managers, labels, and other industry partners.
• Formulate deal proposals alongside business affairs.
• Manage and mentor one direct report.
• Engage internally with sync, copyright and admin teams to ensure seamless support for our writers.
• Be an ambassador for the company.
This is a pivotal role in shaping our creative identity. It would suit someone with a strong vision, who understands the nuances of artist development, the intricacies of music publishing and the value of long-standing relationships. This position description provides an overview of the major responsibilities of this role. It is not a definitive list of duties and may be subject to change.
DESIRED SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• 7+ years of experience in A&R, music publishing or a similar role, with a proven track record of finding and developing successful talent.
• A refined ear for great songwriting across genres.
• Experience working with catalogue as well as frontline signings.
• Strong network across the UK and international music industry with publishers, songwriters, artists, managers, lawyers, labels and producers.
• Excellent leadership, communication and negotiation skills.
• Deep knowledge of the UK publishing landscape.
At Kassner Music a family culture shapes the way we operate, which translates into care, respect and inclusion for our employees, clients and peers alike.
We are a dynamic and dedicated team with a diverse range of skills and decades of collective know-how, who are motivated by a desire to help our clients achieve commercial success and fulfil their creative aspirations at every stage of their career. Above all, we are music lovers who are committed to promoting and maximising the value of our copyrights in today’s international and digital environment.
We are an equal opportunity employer who values diversity and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. We will endeavour to respond to all applicants but if you do not hear from us within 14 days of the closing date then you will not have been successful.
Deadline for applications: Tuesday 29th July 2025
Salary: Competitive
Please send your CV with a covering letter to: nkassner@kassner-music.co.uk