Associate Manager, Audiobook Licensing

What You'll Do

• Evaluate audiobook opportunities across frontlist and backlist titles, with a focus on commercial adult fiction and nonfiction.
• Contribute to the development of Spotify’s original commissioned works, including content strategy, developmental editing, and project management.
• Use audience insights and performance data to identify opportunities to expand and strengthen Spotify’s audiobook catalog.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners across content, product, legal, and business teams to align publishing initiatives with broader company goals.
• Own the day-to-day execution of key content programs, driving timelines and ensuring smooth delivery from concept through release.
• Support licensing deals from initial evaluation through execution, including materials preparation, deal tracking, and partner coordination.
• Manage and maintain contract tracking systems to ensure accuracy and visibility across active licensing agreements.
• Handle standard licensing agreements and work closely with legal and business stakeholders throughout the contracting process.
• Explore and leverage AI-powered tools to improve workflows, streamline operations, and create efficiencies across publishing activities.

Who You Are

• 5+ years of experience in the book publishing industry, with deep knowledge of the U.S. commercial adult fiction and nonfiction market.
• Experience working directly with writers, authors, agents, and creators on content development initiatives.
• Strong editorial judgment and ability to identify, evaluate, and shape compelling content opportunities.
• Balance audience needs with creative excellence; assess both commercial potential and editorial quality.
• Strong understanding of budgeting, content valuation, and P&L considerations within publishing, licensing, or content development.
• Ownership, accountability, and sound judgment when navigating ambiguity and evolving priorities.
• Excellent communicator who can clearly synthesize ideas and build strong relationships across internal and external stakeholders.
• Comfortable operating at both strategic and executional levels, contributing ideas while driving operational excellence.
• Think holistically about the business and connect day-to-day work to broader organizational goals.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.