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Licensing Lead - Leading Sports Brand

Essex Permanent £60,000 - £80,000 per year View Job Description
Based in Essex, I am working with a fantastic, rapidly growing sports brand to recruit a Licensing Lead.
  • One of the fastest growing sports brands globally
  • The chance to lead their full licensing function

About Our Client

Michael Page are delighted to be partnering with a market leading sports brand, one of the fastest growing sports brands globally. They continue to deliver record results and their products are used my professionals and amateurs globally, regularly seen on SkySports.

Job Description

The Licensing Lead - Leading Sports Brand:

  • Develop and execute a global licensing strategy aligned with the company's growth objectives.
  • Identify and secure new licensing partnerships in key markets and product categories.
  • Negotiate and manage licensing agreements, ensuring favourable commercial terms.
  • Oversee licensee relationships to ensure brand compliance, product quality, and commercial performance.
  • Work closely with internal teams (marketing, design, legal, finance) to support licensing initiatives.
  • Conduct market research to identify trends and new opportunities within the sports and lifestyle licensing space.
  • Monitor financial performance of licensing agreements, ensuring revenue targets and royalty payments are met.
  • Drive innovation by collaborating with partners to develop unique licensed products that align with brand values.
  • Represent the company at key industry events and trade shows to strengthen relationships and explore new opportunities.
  • Be based from the Essex office 3 - 4 days a week with 1 - 2 days a week from home / out with clients.

The Successful Applicant

The Successful Licensing Lead - Leading Sports Brand:

  • Proven experience within licensing within the sports, apparel, toy or consumer goods industry.
  • Strong understanding of licensing agreements, intellectual property, and contract negotiation.
  • Established network within the global licensing industry.
  • Track record of driving revenue growth through strategic licensing initiatives.
  • Commercial acumen with the ability to analyse financial performance and maximise profitability.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to work cross-functionally and influence key internal and external partners.
  • Passion for sports and an understanding of consumer trends in the industry.
  • Be based from the Essex office 3 - 4 days a week with 1 - 2 days a week from home / out with clients.

What's on Offer

The Successful Licensing Lead - Leading Sports Brand:

  • £60,000 - £80,000 per annum base salary, may stretch to £85k for an excellent candidate
  • Performance Bonus
  • £6,000 car allowance



Please note, all applications are through Jon Dolbear at Michael Page, if this role interests you, please apply or reach out to Jon Dolbear on 07780 005638.

Contact
Jon Dolbear
Quote job ref
JN-022025-6672757
Phone number
+44 118 955 9052

Job summary

Job function
Sales
Subsector
FMCG & Consumer
Sector
FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)
Location
Essex
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Jon Dolbear
Consultant phone
+44 118 955 9052
Job reference
JN-022025-6672757