{"id":273282,"date":"2026-07-08T22:25:24","date_gmt":"2026-07-08T21:25:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/musically.com\/?p=273282"},"modified":"2026-07-09T11:11:27","modified_gmt":"2026-07-09T10:11:27","slug":"physical-operations-manager-absolute-label-services-london","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/musically.com\/2026\/07\/08\/physical-operations-manager-absolute-label-services-london\/","title":{"rendered":"Physical Operations Manager &#8211; Absolute Label Services &#8211; London"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Physical Operations Manager, Absolute Label Services<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Type: <\/strong>Full Time<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Salary: <\/strong>Salary not specified<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Location: <\/strong>Wimbledon Village, London (Hybrid \u2013 minimum 3 days per week in the office)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Absolute Label Services is one of the UK\u2019s leading independent music services companies, providing distribution, marketing, rights management and technology solutions to more than 1,000 labels and artists worldwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We\u2019re looking for an experienced Physical Operations Manager to join our Label Management team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is a varied, hands-on role at the heart of our label services business. You\u2019ll oversee physical releases from initial planning through to manufacture, distribution and ongoing catalogue management, working closely with labels, artists, manufacturers and retail partners to deliver successful campaigns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Alongside the physical side of the business, you\u2019ll also support selected digital activity, including preparing and coordinating priority releases for editorial pitching to streaming platforms such as Spotify, Apple Music and Amazon Music.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No two days are the same. One morning you could be negotiating vinyl manufacturing quotes, reviewing artwork or arranging an artist signing session. 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Typical office hours are Monday to Thursday 09:30 \u2013 18:00\u202fand on Fridays, we finish at 17:00. If you\u2019re passionate about physical music and enjoy bringing great releases to life, we\u2019d love to hear from you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How to apply<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Please submit your application via https:\/\/www.absolutelabelservices.com\/application-open, including a cover letter and your CV.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The closing date for applications is 22nd July 2026. 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