[Integral] is the music distribution and services division of [PIAS]. [Integral] champions and supports the best independent music in the world across our unrivalled international network. Established in 1982, the [PIAS] group operates across 16 offices around the globe to develop, build and leverage on local partnerships to increase exposure and routes to market for the repertoire, labels, and artists we work alongside.

[Integral] is looking for a Classical Metadata Specialist to join the Repertoire Operations team. The role can be based in Paris and / or in London.

As a key member of the team, the role is primarily focused on coordinating the timely and accurate throughput of the [PIAS] Group’s Classical Repertoire. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a rich base of high-quality classical music. Whilst predominantly metadata focused, the role will give exposure to end-to-end digital Supply chain processes and opportunities to develop understanding and skills in a number of areas. Key responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring the smooth, accurate and timely ingestion of metadata for all classical repertoire.

• QC of new classical releases in the core repertoire system.

• Ensuring that the rich media assets and metadata are successfully linked and processed through the digital supply chain. 

• Promoting importance of best practices being followed in the classical space with internal and external stakeholders.

• Thoroughly checking metadata for new releases is of a standard that will meet industry style guides.

• Advising clients on non-standard releases.

• Contributing to department projects as required (classical and non-classical related)

• Contribute to the onboarding of new clients and catalogues.

• Supporting the Classical Content and Onboarding Specialist as needed.

• Excellent knowledge of industry metadata style guides for classical music.

• An ability to work accurately uwith great attention to detail.

• Experience with content management systems (CMS) is an advantage.

• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook and Excel.

• A demonstrable interest in and understanding of classical music is an advantage.

• Exceptional customer service approach.

• Fluent in English and French.

• Gravitas and integrity, taking initiative and capitalising on opportunities.

• Adaptable within a dynamic, changing environment.

• Organised, efficient and effective.