Podcast Manager, India

Role OverviewSpotify’s India podcast team works to expand and strengthen one of the most active creator ecosystems in the world. This position brings together creator partnerships, cultural understanding, content strategy, and audience growth. You will collaborate with creators, podcast networks, agencies, and global internal teams to help podcast and video creators scale their reach and build lasting communities on Spotify.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and execute plans to bring podcast and video creators onto Spotify India and support their growth on the platform.Develop trusted, long-term relationships with creators, podcast networks, media partners, and agencies to help the broader ecosystem grow.Handle creator outreach programs and manage regular communication with creators and external partners.Spot promising creators and emerging voices across different genres, regions, and content formats in India.Identify and activate growth opportunities through platform-led campaigns, marketing moments, live events, and social media activations.Work closely with marketing, analytics, editorial, and global podcast operations teams to advance business goals.Create repeatable processes for creator engagement, creator education, and efficient operations.Track developments in podcasting, video, entertainment, and pop culture to guide acquisition and growth decisions.Bring ecosystem insights that can inform editorial direction and platform storytelling opportunities.Support creator operations and coordinate with global stakeholders to ensure smooth delivery across initiatives.Candidate ProfileThe ideal candidate brings at least 6 years of relevant experience in entertainment, media, creator partnerships, podcasting, digital content, or a similar field. Prior work with creators, influencers, talent, or other partner-focused stakeholders is important. You should be enthusiastic about the creator economy, podcasts, video content, and internet culture, with a solid grasp of India’s diverse entertainment and cultural landscape. Strong relationship-building skills, sound judgment, and the ability to work across teams are essential. You will need to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, handle budgets, partnerships, campaigns, or commercial work, and remain highly organized with excellent attention to detail. Data-driven thinking, clear communication, and confident presentation skills are also key. The position is based in Mumbai and offers flexibility for a hybrid working setup, including some in-person meetings and the option to work from home at times.Location and Working StyleThis role is based in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. The working model is hybrid, with some in-person meetings and flexibility to work remotely part of the time.Equal Opportunity and AccessibilitySpotify is committed to an inclusive workplace where people are valued for their individuality and diverse backgrounds. The company supports accessible hiring and can provide reasonable accommodations during the interview or application process if needed. Applicants who require assistance at any stage are encouraged to request support.Hiring Process and Data UseArtificial intelligence tools may be used to assist with parts of the hiring process, including resume review, application screening, and response assessment. These tools support the recruitment team but do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people. For more details on data handling, applicants can refer to the company’s AI notice.About the CompanySpotify is a leading global audio streaming subscription service focused on helping people listen, discover, and share audio content around the world.