PRS for Music
Processing ops Research Officer 6 month FTC
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Processing ops Research Officer 6 month FTC
Operations & Royalty Distributions | Research Officer
Overview
Music wouldn’t exist without the work of songwriters, composers and publishers. We’re here to represent them and ensure they are paid for their contributions. After over a century in the industry, we continue to innovate as a world-leading organisation.
The Operations & Royalty Distributions department is crucial in managing the end-to-end process of distributing royalties to members—both through the main quarterly distributions and smaller monthly distributions. Through a collaborative and inclusive approach, this team works closely with teams across the business to:
- Calculate available revenue for distributions
- Match music usage data with licensed revenue
- Perform control checks to ensure accuracy and completeness
There’s also an opportunity to be involved in distribution policy decisions and operational process reviews.
Responsibilities
As our Research Officer, your key duties will include:
- Analysing and interpreting data, reporting inconsistencies/errors with constructive outcomes
- Conducting high-volume research into music data reporting, meeting strict quality standards
- Processing operations proficiently, including repertoire matching, and updating/creating works, cues, and productions in PRS for Music’s systems
- Following best practice to guarantee efficient and accurate payments to members
- Meeting strict distribution deadlines while achieving departmental targets for productivity and quality
For the full role duties, email the recruitment team.
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About You
Our culture celebrates individuality and fosters acceptance and openness. The ideal candidate brings their authentic self to work one of these key assets:
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Essential:
- Exceptional computer skills, particularly experience with multiple bespoke systems
- Standard of literacy and numeracy equivalent to GCSE-level qualifications in English and Maths
- Strong ability to communicate effectively within a team
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Desirable:
- Previous experience in a target-driven environment
We highly value:
- Meticulous attention to detail and adaptability (continuous learning)
Person Profile: Core Traits
The individual we’re seeking consistently displays:
✔ Critical Analysis – Evaluates information to detect errors/issues, enforces data integrity ✔ Accountability – Takes ownership of objectives, anticipates blockers, and identifies proactive solutions
✔ Initiative – Doesn’t wait for instructions; acts where immediate action can be taken ✔ Team Collaboration – Works collaboratively and proactively supports others
✔ Value Addition – Identifies opportunities to enhance own team/wider business performance ✔ Feedback-Centric – Actively seeks constructively by line managers and peers
Benefits: Why PRS for Music?
We prioritise our people with:
🔹 Support & Belonging
- Invest in staff development to build our collective ambitions
- Trust, value, and empower employees to drive difference
🔹 Inclusive Culture
- Our eight affinity groups offer collaborative spaces and platforms for impact
- Reaffirm a commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging across all demographics
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🔹 Well-being Focus
- 25 days leave (ample option to top up to 30 days in line with personal preference)
- Hybrid working policy (up to three days/week from home)
- Optional extended remote time (eight weeks/year globally)
- Family-friendly policies: enhanced maternity/paternity leave, grandparental, fertility, reproductive, and menopause support
🔹 Rewards Beyond Work
- Free retail and gym discounts
- Season tickets or bicycle loan scheme
- Culture that recognises contributions, ensuring everyone thrives
Application Process
- Virtual Interview (MS Teams)
- In-Person Interview (London Bridge Hub)
Competency-Based Approach: Prepare examples using the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) during interviews.
Location & Flexibility
Our hybrid model allows up to three days/week of remote work.
- To ensure remote working comfort and safety, applicants preferring remote over 2.5 days/week will complete a barely disruptive assessment.
For further details or to apply, visit our careers page today! PRS are commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging for all—applying reflects our dedication to ensuring no staff feel needlessly excluded. As always, we thrive on individual excellence and teamwork. Apply and let your best self shine.
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