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Research & Insights Manager

Armada Music

Amsterdam
Full-time
2-5 years experience
On-site

Key Skills

Data analysis
Business intelligence
Python
SQL
GitHub
Data visualization
Reporting
Machine learning
Relational databases
Medallion data architecture
Databricks
Communication
Strategic planning
Marketing strategy
A&R support

Job Description

Are you passionate about insights and eager to dive deep into global music streaming data? Can you translate complex data into marketing strategies, business actions and impactful decisions? Does dance music inspire you to work hard (and play hard)? Then you may just be the chosen one. What will you be doing? As Armada Music’s new Research & Insights Manager, you will provide the insights that drive business decisions and support the growth of our artists and catalogue. With a highly analytical and inquisitive mindset, you will work closely with our Marketing, A&R and other internal teams to turn data into actionable recommendations. Strong data literacy is essential for this role. We are looking for someone who not only understands data analytics at a deep level, but can also communicate complex findings clearly to non-technical stakeholders. You will transform raw data into valuable insights that help shape business strategy, optimise performance and identify new opportunities for growth. Among other challenges, you will: Develop reporting that measure release performance and support data-driven decision-making; Create and enhance dashboards and reports, improving performance and functionality; Conduct in-depth analyses that uncover actionable insights and strategic opportunities; Identify and evaluate new data sources, methodologies and technologies, including machine learning; Act as the company’s subject matter expert on analytics, insights and industry developments; Proactively leverage data to improve business performance and identify growth opportunities. What does the chosen one look like? A relevant Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience; Proven experience in data analysis and business intelligence; Strong collaboration skills and a solid understanding of business processes; Experience with Python (including connecting APIs), SQL and GitHub; Strong quantitative and analytical skills, with the ability to collect, structure and interpret data; Experience working with relational databases and large datasets, using Medallion Data Architecture; Experience with Databricks or a similar modern data and analytics platform is a plus; Experience within the music industry; Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Nice things to have: Experience implementing machine learning models and workflows; Experience with MySQL, PHP, Symfony and React; used for our internal insights application Experience with data visualisation and reporting tools What do you get in return? At Armada Music, you’ll pursue your passion on an international scale. Working in an inspiring and music-driven environment, you’ll join a young, ambitious and dynamic team of talented professionals. We also offer an attractive pension scheme for when we finally decide to grow up. Our Amsterdam office features a gym and even an in-house club, because great music deserves a great workplace. About Armada Music Armada Music is the biggest independent dance music label in the world, founded in 2003 by Armin van Buuren, Maykel Piron and David Lewis (AR-MA-DA). Promoting dance music all over the world from its offices in Amsterdam (HQ), New York and London, Armada Music represents and cultivates the creative exploits of some of the biggest players in the electronic music game, including Armin van Buuren, Lilly Palmer, D.O.D, Hannah Laing, ARTY, Audien, Giorgia Angiuli, Yulia Niko, Tensnake, Eelke Kleijn, Jan Blomqvist, Joris Voorn, Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano and THEMBA.

Core Responsibilities

The Research & Insights Manager will provide data-driven insights to support business decisions, artist growth, and catalogue performance. You will collaborate with Marketing and A&R teams to transform raw data into actionable recommendations and strategic growth opportunities.

Requirements

Candidates must have a relevant Bachelor's degree and proven experience in data analysis and business intelligence. Proficiency in Python, SQL, and modern data platforms like Databricks is required, along with strong communication skills.

Benefits

  • Pension scheme
  • Gym access
  • In-house club

About Armada Music

Industry: Musicians

Company size: 51-200 employees

Armada Music is the biggest independent dance music label in the world. Founded by Armin van Buuren, Maykel Piron (CEO) and David Lewis, the label manages an ever-growing catalog of over 50,000 tracks built up across twenty-plus years of specialized dance music exploitation. Representing artists such as Armin van Buuren, ARTY, D.O.D, Eelke Kleijn, Jan Blomqvist, Joris Voorn, KI/KI, Lilly Palmer, Loud Luxury, Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano, THEMBA and Yulia Niko, Armada Music amasses more than one billion streams per month, airplay on leading radio outlets such as BBC Radio 1 and Sirius XM, and top positions in the world’s most notable charts. Significant label milestones include Armin van Buuren's Grammy nomination for 'This Is What It Feels Like' and two tracks surpassing one billion streams on Spotify: Loud Luxury and Brando’s ‘Body’ and Lost Frequencies’ ‘Are You With Me’. Across offices in Amsterdam (HQ), New York, London and Laren (NL), Armada Music offers a global appeal to its growing roster. The label has its own club, radio studio and multiple production studios, and hosts various live formats. Producer platform Armada University, which offers educational products and opportunities, shows the label’s sustained effort to nurture the next wave of talent. For more information, visit www.armadamusic.com, @armadamusic on Instagram and @armada on X.

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