Director, Corporate Development

At BMG, we recognize the power of music and are dedicated to ensuring it thrives. We are a community of artists, songwriters, and partners, working together to create music and build lasting careers. Here, music creators find not just a business partner, but a trusted home where their work shapes culture and leaves a legacy. Together, we evolve and grow.
 
We believe that creativity flourishes when people feel they belong. That means building a culture where everyone can show up as themselves, contribute freely, and be treated with fairness and respect - whatever their background, identity, or life story. We’re committed to creating a workplace where individuality is valued, inclusion is intentional, and everyone has the chance to grow. All applicants to BMG will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Director (f/m/d) Corporate Development

Berlin

Your Mission

As Director Corporate Development, you will play a pivotal role in shaping innovative and forward-thinking strategies that define BMG’s next chapter. You will work closely with the BMG Board, senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders in developing and implementing strategy, establishing partnerships and driving business development, and sharing and aligning BMG’s priorities and progress with our parent company Bertelsmann. This role reports to the VP of Corporate Development.

What You'll Be Doing

• Develop corporate strategy in close alignment with senior leadership vision and objectives by conducting deep, insightful market / trend / competitor analysis and identifying & assessing strategic opportunities for BMG
• Own execution of strategic initiatives to turn our corporate strategy into action and realize organizational change in close collaboration with cross-functional, international teams
• Steer the development and application of AI technologies across our global teams, establishing BMG as the leading innovator in the music industry
• Lead M&A and business development initiatives from opportunity sourcing and evaluation through financial, strategic and commercial assessment
• Drive partnerships and business development activity from networking and opportunity identification to opportunity analysis, recommendation development, presentation to senior decision makers and implementation
• Lead preparation for regular committee meetings covering the latest market developments and their implications, as well as updates on BMG business priorities
• Prepare ad-hoc analyses and points of view to support senior leadership decision making on high-priority topics, translating data into meaningful insights and synthesizing & presenting recommendations

What We Are Looking For

• Ideally 6+ years of professional experience in top-tier strategy consulting or equivalent experience in high-impact corporate strategy role
• Master’s degree in business administration, economics or comparable degree program from a reputable university
• Passion for innovation and digital media, with professional experience in the entertainment industry not required but a plus
• Excellent problem structuring and analytical skills across quantitative and qualitative applications with impeccable attention to detail
• First class written and verbal communication skills with fluency in English; German proficiency is a plus
• Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to successfully manage senior stakeholders and enact influence without formal authority
• Proven history of working with a high degree of autonomy and an entrepreneurial mindset, complemented by robust organizational skills
• Demonstrated comfort with ambiguity and adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced, technologically-driven environment
• Proven experience of working as part of a high-performing team

Now What's In It For You

• Exceptional learning and development opportunities, including structured development programs, access to BMG Campus and Bertelsmann University, and training opportunities with leading global and top-tier academic institutions
• A prime Berlin location, with our modern office situated in one of the city’s most prestigous areas
• Long-term career development and growth opportunities, supported by a global organization that invests in its people and offers exposure to senior leadership and strategic topics
• A collaborative, inclusive and appreciative work environment united by a shared passion for music and creativity
• A strong corporate culture built on clear values, trust and mutual support
• Attractive corporate benefits, including Urban Sports Club discounts, company bike leasing, Bertelsmann employee benefits and more

Ready to shape the future of music?

Founded in 2008, BMG reimagined the relationship between music companies, songwriters, and artists by offering fairer contracts, greater creative freedom, and unparalleled transparency in royalties and licensing. Now the fourth-largest music company in the world, BMG combines human creativity with cutting-edge technology to connect music with global audiences.

With 20 offices across 13 key markets, BMG represents more than three million songs and recordings, including some of the most iconic catalogs and works from leading artists and songwriters such as The Rolling Stones, Tina Turner, George Harrison, Blondie, and more. BMG is wholly owned and privately held by the international media, services, and education company Bertelsmann, whose other content businesses include the entertainment company RTL Group and the trade book publisher Penguin Random House.

Founded in 2008, BMG reimagined the relationship between music companies, songwriters, and artists by offering fairer contracts, greater creative freedom, and unparalleled transparency in royalties and licensing. Now the fourth-largest music company in the world, BMG combines human creativity with cutting-edge technology to connect music with global audiences. With 16 offices across 13 key markets, BMG represents more than three million songs and recordings, including some of the most iconic catalogs and works from leading artists and songwriters including The Rolling Stones, Tina Turner, George Harrison, Blondie, and more. BMG is wholly owned and privately held by the international media, services and education company Bertelsmann.

As a Disability Confident Committed organisation, we are dedicated to ensuring that candidates with disabilities are given a fair opportunity to demonstrate their abilities. Therefore, we guarantee an interview to applicants with disabilities who meet the essential criteria for the role. Please note – there may be exceptional circumstances where the volume of applicants means we cannot interview all eligible candidates. If you have any questions about the Guaranteed Interview Scheme or would like to confirm your eligibility, please reach out to us at career.uk@bmg.com.

Company: BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT GmbH - Corporate | Job ID: 287971