Why This Job is Featured on The SaaS Jobs
This role stands out in SaaS because it sits at the intersection of platform product value and a two sided marketplace. While music is the domain, the work is fundamentally about how a subscription platform earns trust, drives adoption of creator tools, and translates local market needs into scalable programs. The Türkiye focus adds relevance for SaaS professionals interested in how global platforms localize go to market execution without fragmenting the core product experience.
Career wise, partnerships roles like this build durable SaaS skills around ecosystem management, stakeholder influence, and data informed prioritization. The remit spans launch readiness for key releases, discovery optimization, and cross functional coordination with product, marketing, and editorial counterparts, a common operating model in mature SaaS organizations. Experience gained here tends to transfer well to platform partnerships, strategic accounts, and market development roles across other SaaS categories where success depends on activating external partners.
The position is best suited to someone who enjoys relationship led work but also brings structured thinking and comfort with performance analysis. It will fit professionals who like representing a platform externally, translating partner feedback into internal narratives, and balancing local nuance with global coordination. Fluency across Turkish and English communication contexts appears central to the day to day impact.
The section above is editorial commentary from The SaaS Jobs, provided to help SaaS professionals understand the role in a broader industry context.
Job Description
We are looking for an Artist & Label Partnerships Manager to join our Music team in Türkiye. In this role, you’ll ensure that key artists, managers, and labels see Spotify as the #1 partner for artist development and monetization in one of the world's most vibrant and fastest-growing music markets.
In this role, you’ll focus on the diverse Turkish music landscape - from the deep-rooted traditions of Arabesque and folk to the explosive growth of Turkish Hip-Hop, Pop, and Alternative scenes. You will collaborate with the local team to execute pivotal initiatives in Türkiye and work with international counterparts on global campaigns. Overall, you’ll bring a diverse perspective and make a positive impact on the music industry in the region.
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What You'll Do - Build trusted, long-term relationships with Turkish record labels, distributors, collecting societies, managers, and artists
- Act as a key partner for the local music industry, helping creators and partners understand and make the most of Spotify’s tools and resources
- Ensure priority local releases are delivered on day one and optimized for discovery, reach, and impact on the platform
- Collaborate with editorial partners to shape localized content strategies that reflect the diversity of Turkish music and listener tastes
- Drive artist engagement initiatives that deepen connections between artists and fans through platform features and digital activations
- Partner cross-functionally with teams across marketing, PR, product, and global music to deliver strategic projects and campaigns
- Represent Spotify at key industry events, festivals, and conferences across Istanbul and Türkiye
- Track performance, analyze results, and share clear insights, presentations, and recommendations with internal stakeholders
- Advocate for the needs of Turkish creators while helping ensure Spotify offers the strongest possible music experience in the market
Who You Are- You are experienced in artist and label relations, with 7+ years working at a digital music service, record label, distributor, or media company
- You have a deep understanding of Türkiye’s music landscape, from traditional genres to emerging scenes, and how culture shapes music consumption
- You bring a strong network of relationships across local labels, artists, managers, and industry partners
- You are comfortable working with data and insights to inform strategy, prioritize efforts, and measure success
- You communicate clearly and confidently, with strong negotiation, presentation, and relationship-building skills
- You enjoy working in fast-moving environments and can manage multiple priorities with attention to detail
- You stay curious about digital trends, social platforms, and new ways artists connect with fans
- You are fluent in written and spoken Turkish and English
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.
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