Lead Music Development, Türkiye

Spotify[Istanbul]full timeLead

Activeverified May 23, 2026

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ContentMusicPermanentIstanbulThe Lead, Music Development acts as the principal architect in fortifying Spotify’s relationships and standing within the Turkish music landscape across labels, industry bodies, and other institutional stakeholders. Acting as the spokesperson, this role strengthens Spotify’s position in the Turkish music ecosystem by shaping clear narratives and leading strategic initiatives and events. You will address industry sentiment, focus on strengthening institutional relationships, and connect with internal global music leadership to ensure a seamless flow of information and feedback. What You'll Do Build and lead relationships with major and independent labels, CMOs, and key music industry partners across Türkiye Drive strategic alignment through initiatives like Quarterly Business Reviews, focusing on long-term growth and shared outcomes Represent Spotify as a trusted voice in the Turkish music ecosystem through events, panels, and industry forums Shape and deliver clear, compelling narratives that communicate Spotify’s platform, values, and innovations Partner with Marketing, PR, Government Affairs, and global Music teams to align communication and engagement strategies Provide local teams with insights on market trends, emerging genres, and shifts in listener behavior Translate market data into actionable strategies that support artists, partners, and business growth Design and lead education initiatives that help partners better understand Spotify’s tools, model, and opportunities Define and deliver initiatives that support the growth, diversity, and global reach of Turkish music Manage budgets to execute impactful programs across the local music ecosystem Who You Are You have a minimum of 15 years of experience across media, entertainment, or technology, with exposure to rights, partnerships, or content strategy You understand how the digital music ecosystem works, including streaming models and platform dynamics You know how to build and maintain senior-level relationships across complex stakeholder environments You are comfortable representing an organization publicly and can communicate complex ideas in a clear, engaging way You use market insights and data to guide decisions and influence strategy You collaborate effectively across global teams and can balance local priorities with broader business goals You communicate fluently in both Turkish and English, with confidence in formal presentations and discussions You bring a strong understanding of the Turkish music landscape, including regulatory and industry dynamics You care about supporting creators and contributing to a more inclusive and sustainable music ecosystem Where You'll Be This role is based in Istanbul 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. Our global benefitsExtensive learning opportunities, through our dedicated team, GreenHouse.Flexible share incentives letting you choose how you share in our success.Global parental leave, six months off - for all new parents.All The Feels, our employee assistance program and self-care hub.Flexible public holidays, swap days off according to your values and beliefs.ContentMusicPermanentIstanbulThe Lead, Music Development acts as the principal architect in fortifying Spotify’s relationships and standing within the Turkish music landscape across labels, industry bodies, and other institutional stakeholders. Acting as the spokesperson, this role strengthens Spotify’s position in the Turkish music ecosystem by shaping clear narratives and leading strategic initiatives and events. You will address industry sentiment, focus on strengthening institutional relationships, and connect with internal global music leadership to ensure a seamless flow of information and feedback.ContentMusicContentContent

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IstanbulIstanbulThe Lead, Music Development acts as the principal architect in fortifying Spotify’s relationships and standing within the Turkish music landscape across labels, industry bodies, and other institutional stakeholders. Acting as the spokesperson, this role strengthens Spotify’s position in the Turkish music ecosystem by shaping clear narratives and leading strategic initiatives and events. You will address industry sentiment, focus on strengthening institutional relationships, and connect with internal global music leadership to ensure a seamless flow of information and feedback.The Lead, Music Development acts as the principal architect in fortifying Spotify’s relationships and standing within the Turkish music landscape across labels, industry bodies, and other institutional stakeholders. Acting as the spokesperson, this role strengthens Spotify’s position in the Turkish music ecosystem by shaping clear narratives and leading strategic initiatives and events. You will address industry sentiment, focus on strengthening institutional relationships, and connect with internal global music leadership to ensure a seamless flow of information and feedback.

The Lead, Music Development acts as the principal architect in fortifying Spotify’s relationships and standing within the Turkish music landscape across labels, industry bodies, and other institutional stakeholders. Acting as the spokesperson, this role strengthens Spotify’s position in the Turkish music ecosystem by shaping clear narratives and leading strategic initiatives and events. You will address industry sentiment, focus on strengthening institutional relationships, and connect with internal global music leadership to ensure a seamless flow of information and feedback.

What You'll Do Build and lead relationships with major and independent labels, CMOs, and key music industry partners across Türkiye Drive strategic alignment through initiatives like Quarterly Business Reviews, focusing on long-term growth and shared outcomes Represent Spotify as a trusted voice in the Turkish music ecosystem through events, panels, and industry forums Shape and deliver clear, compelling narratives that communicate Spotify’s platform, values, and innovations Partner with Marketing, PR, Government Affairs, and global Music teams to align communication and engagement strategies Provide local teams with insights on market trends, emerging genres, and shifts in listener behavior Translate market data into actionable strategies that support artists, partners, and business growth Design and lead education initiatives that help partners better understand Spotify’s tools, model, and opportunities Define and deliver initiatives that support the growth, diversity, and global reach of Turkish music Manage budgets to execute impactful programs across the local music ecosystemWhat You'll Do Build and lead relationships with major and independent labels, CMOs, and key music industry partners across Türkiye Drive strategic alignment through initiatives like Quarterly Business Reviews, focusing on long-term growth and shared outcomes Represent Spotify as a trusted voice in the Turkish music ecosystem through events, panels, and industry forums Shape and deliver clear, compelling narratives that communicate Spotify’s platform, values, and innovations Partner with Marketing, PR, Government Affairs, and global Music teams to align communication and engagement strategies Provide local teams with insights on market trends, emerging genres, and shifts in listener behavior Translate market data into actionable strategies that support artists, partners, and business growth Design and lead education initiatives that help partners better understand Spotify’s tools, model, and opportunities Define and deliver initiatives that support the growth, diversity, and global reach of Turkish music Manage budgets to execute impactful programs across the local music ecosystem

What You'll Do

Build and lead relationships with major and independent labels, CMOs, and key music industry partners across Türkiye Drive strategic alignment through initiatives like Quarterly Business Reviews, focusing on long-term growth and shared outcomes Represent Spotify as a trusted voice in the Turkish music ecosystem through events, panels, and industry forums Shape and deliver clear, compelling narratives that communicate Spotify’s platform, values, and innovations Partner with Marketing, PR, Government Affairs, and global Music teams to align communication and engagement strategies Provide local teams with insights on market trends, emerging genres, and shifts in listener behavior Translate market data into actionable strategies that support artists, partners, and business growth Design and lead education initiatives that help partners better understand Spotify’s tools, model, and opportunities Define and deliver initiatives that support the growth, diversity, and global reach of Turkish music Manage budgets to execute impactful programs across the local music ecosystem

Build and lead relationships with major and independent labels, CMOs, and key music industry partners across Türkiye
Drive strategic alignment through initiatives like Quarterly Business Reviews, focusing on long-term growth and shared outcomes
Represent Spotify as a trusted voice in the Turkish music ecosystem through events, panels, and industry forums
Shape and deliver clear, compelling narratives that communicate Spotify’s platform, values, and innovations
Partner with Marketing, PR, Government Affairs, and global Music teams to align communication and engagement strategies
Provide local teams with insights on market trends, emerging genres, and shifts in listener behavior
Translate market data into actionable strategies that support artists, partners, and business growth
Design and lead education initiatives that help partners better understand Spotify’s tools, model, and opportunities
Define and deliver initiatives that support the growth, diversity, and global reach of Turkish music
Manage budgets to execute impactful programs across the local music ecosystem

Who You Are You have a minimum of 15 years of experience across media, entertainment, or technology, with exposure to rights, partnerships, or content strategy You understand how the digital music ecosystem works, including streaming models and platform dynamics You know how to build and maintain senior-level relationships across complex stakeholder environments You are comfortable representing an organization publicly and can communicate complex ideas in a clear, engaging way You use market insights and data to guide decisions and influence strategy You collaborate effectively across global teams and can balance local priorities with broader business goals You communicate fluently in both Turkish and English, with confidence in formal presentations and discussions You bring a strong understanding of the Turkish music landscape, including regulatory and industry dynamics You care about supporting creators and contributing to a more inclusive and sustainable music ecosystemWho You Are You have a minimum of 15 years of experience across media, entertainment, or technology, with exposure to rights, partnerships, or content strategy You understand how the digital music ecosystem works, including streaming models and platform dynamics You know how to build and maintain senior-level relationships across complex stakeholder environments You are comfortable representing an organization publicly and can communicate complex ideas in a clear, engaging way You use market insights and data to guide decisions and influence strategy You collaborate effectively across global teams and can balance local priorities with broader business goals You communicate fluently in both Turkish and English, with confidence in formal presentations and discussions You bring a strong understanding of the Turkish music landscape, including regulatory and industry dynamics You care about supporting creators and contributing to a more inclusive and sustainable music ecosystem

Who You Are

You have a minimum of 15 years of experience across media, entertainment, or technology, with exposure to rights, partnerships, or content strategy You understand how the digital music ecosystem works, including streaming models and platform dynamics You know how to build and maintain senior-level relationships across complex stakeholder environments You are comfortable representing an organization publicly and can communicate complex ideas in a clear, engaging way You use market insights and data to guide decisions and influence strategy You collaborate effectively across global teams and can balance local priorities with broader business goals You communicate fluently in both Turkish and English, with confidence in formal presentations and discussions You bring a strong understanding of the Turkish music landscape, including regulatory and industry dynamics You care about supporting creators and contributing to a more inclusive and sustainable music ecosystem

You have a minimum of 15 years of experience across media, entertainment, or technology, with exposure to rights, partnerships, or content strategy
You understand how the digital music ecosystem works, including streaming models and platform dynamics
You know how to build and maintain senior-level relationships across complex stakeholder environments
You are comfortable representing an organization publicly and can communicate complex ideas in a clear, engaging way
You use market insights and data to guide decisions and influence strategy
You collaborate effectively across global teams and can balance local priorities with broader business goals
You communicate fluently in both Turkish and English, with confidence in formal presentations and discussions
You bring a strong understanding of the Turkish music landscape, including regulatory and industry dynamics
You care about supporting creators and contributing to a more inclusive and sustainable music ecosystem

Where You'll Be This role is based in Istanbul 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.Where You'll Be This role is based in Istanbul 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.

Where You'll Be

This role is based in Istanbul 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.

This role is based in Istanbul
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.

Our global benefitsExtensive learning opportunities, through our dedicated team, GreenHouse.Flexible share incentives letting you choose how you share in our success.Global parental leave, six months off - for all new parents.All The Feels, our employee assistance program and self-care hub.Flexible public holidays, swap days off according to your values and beliefs.Our global benefits

Our global benefits

Extensive learning opportunities, through our dedicated team, GreenHouse.Extensive learning opportunities, through our dedicated team, GreenHouse.Extensive learning opportunities,Flexible share incentives letting you choose how you share in our success.Flexible share incentives letting you choose how you share in our success.Flexible share incentivesGlobal parental leave, six months off - for all new parents.Global parental leave, six months off - for all new parents.Global parental leave,All The Feels, our employee assistance program and self-care hub.All The Feels, our employee assistance program and self-care hub.All The Feels,Flexible public holidays, swap days off according to your values and beliefs.Flexible public holidays, swap days off according to your values and beliefs.Flexible public holidays,Quick clicksMore about ContentContent categorySee our Istanbul officeIstanbul officeFind out about Start Your JourneyStart Your Journey