<dt class="rm-fieldTitle">Description</dt><dd class="rm-fieldData"><h2><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Senior Licensing Manager</span></h2><p><strong>Global Sports Brand - London (Hybrid 3/2)<br>Permanent | Competitive salary + bonus</strong></p><p>One of the most recognisable names in global sport is expanding its commercial operations and establishing a new vertical within its Licensing division. As they continue to elevate their global brand presence, they are seeking a Senior Licensing Manager to help shape, build, and lead this newly created area.</p><p>This is an opportunity to join a world-class organisation at a pivotal moment-driving new commercial opportunities, forging high-value partnerships, and leaving a lasting imprint on an iconic brand.</p><hr><h3>The Role</h3><p>As <strong>Senior Licensing Manager</strong>, you will play a central role in defining and executing the strategy for this new licensing category. You'll own the full commercial lifecycle-from identifying and negotiating high-value deals to managing long-term partner relationships and ensuring delivery against revenue targets.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Establish, expand, and manage a new licensing category within a globally renowned sports organisation.</p></li><li><p>Identify, prospect, and secure new business opportunities, building a robust and scalable sales pipeline.</p></li><li><p>Negotiate and close high-value licensing deals, driving revenue growth and long-term strategic value.</p></li><li><p>Oversee the licensing process end-to-end, from deal structuring to contract execution.</p></li><li><p>Deliver proactive account management to ensure partners meet brand, commercial, and product quality standards.</p></li><li><p>Collaborate cross-functionally with brand, product, legal, and commercial teams to bring new partnerships to life.</p></li><li><p>Track performance, report on commercial KPIs, and continuously optimise category growth.</p></li></ul><hr><h3>About You</h3><p>You'll be a commercially minded, proactive licensing professional with a strong track record of driving growth and developing successful partnerships.</p><p><strong>Essential Experience:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Demonstrated track record of closing high-value licensing deals.</p></li><li><p>Proven success in new business development and building revenue pipelines.</p></li><li><p>Strong experience managing a sales pipeline, forecasting, and reporting.</p></li><li><p>Solid background in account and partner management.</p></li><li><p>Excellent negotiation skills and the ability to influence at senior levels.</p></li><li><p>Experience in sport, entertainment, gaming or consumer products sectors is advantageous.</p></li></ul><hr><h3>Why Join?</h3><ul><li><p>Influence and shape a brand-new strategic area within a globally celebrated sports organisation.</p></li><li><p>Work with a passionate, collaborative team at the forefront of sports culture and commercial opportunity.</p></li><li><p>Competitive compensation, bonus structure, and long-term career growth.</p></li></ul><hr><p>If you're a driven licensing professional ready to build something new within one of the biggest brands in world sport, we'd love to hear from you.</p><p>Apply now or reach out for a confidential conversation.</p><p>BH<span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">34588</span></p></dd>