Licensing Executive - Sport and Entertainment

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My client, a large global sports and entertainment agency, is looking for a Licensing Executive. Reporting to the Licensing Director, this role will manage the licensing programme development on a number of brands with an emphasis on one major global client. Work will include business development, deal approval processing, product approvals management and best practice operations. This role is also responsible for independently managing two UK clients with guidance from the senior team and assisting in programme development for new and existing clients.

Day to day activities will include interacting with key partners, licensees and retailers across Europe on behalf of the client. Further there will be a focus on researching and identifying new prospective licensees to be approached. This role is also responsible for tracking products/sample shipments and deliveries as well as researching prospects, drafting documents and creating brand presentations for pitches.

The ideal candidate will have strong MS Office skills (particularly Excel and PowerPoint), numeracy skills, strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships. Ideally the candidate will have experience working within brand management and/or licensing and have knowledge and interest in brand extension. Interest and base understanding of what Licensing is and its purpose is a plus.

Desirable skills are written/oral knowledge of Spanish, French and/or Italian, the ability to use initiative and drive efficiency. My client is looking for a positive team player who is proactive with a professional and flexible approach, keen eye for detail and creative flair.

The ideal candidate must have mental ‘dexterity’ with royalty/financial reports, licensing contracts and other business documents.

Some experience of a sales environment would be advantageous.