Peter McGaughrin

Peter McGaughrin is a seasoned executive with a rich background in the music and creatives industries, intellectual property law, and music business management. His career spans senior roles at renowned companies such as Universal Music Group, Sony Music Entertainment, Clintons Solicitors, and Red Light Management. McGaughrin's impressive professional journey also includes co-founding ventures like Chess Club Records / Publishing.

McGaughrin's educational qualifications include a Commendation in Legal Practice Course from the College of Law, York, and a 2:1 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) degree in Law (Major) with a blend of English and Psychology from Nene College / University of Leicester.

With a diversified career portfolio, McGaughrin has held various key positions such as Artist Manager at Red Light Management, Director at Equipazo Consulting, Co-Owner / Founder at Chess Club Records, Head of Business, A&R, Creative at RCA Label Group (Sony Music Entertainment), Head of Business & Creative Affairs at Geffen Records (Universal Music Group), Senior A&R Manager at Polydor Records (Universal Music Group), Partner at Clintons' Music, Media & Entertainment Department, and Solicitor at Halliwells LLP's Intellectual Property & Media Department.