Senior Licensing & Development Manager

h3Senior Licensing Development Manager /h3 pbDepartment: /bPartnerships Media /p pbEmployment Type: /bPermanent - Full Time /p pbLocation: /bZurich /p h3Description /h3 pbAs the organiser of some of the biggest and most iconic sport events in the world, we lead the way in the sport and event industry. /b /p pJoin the team and support us on our mission. /p h3THE POSITION /h3 pThe Senior Licensing Development Manager is part of the Licensing Retail (LR) team which is responsible for setting the strategy, objectives and deliverables of event and 365 licensing retail programs to deliver against budget, meet fan demands and stakeholder expectations. /p pIn addition, a key objective is to improve the collaboration and integration of licensing retail needs and opportunities in the wider commercial partners and media strategy and teams. /p pbThese are your key tasks: /b /p ul liResponsible for the identification, negotiation and management of all official licensing contracts and licensees (relating to both event and 365 licensed retail business) both mono-branded and branded. /li liWork collaboratively and pro-actively with the relevant stakeholders to establish the relevant licensing program needed to meet fan demands. /li liBuild strong professional relationships with other teams and functional areas to drive the understanding, integration and opportunity of LR. /li liPro-active contribution to the overall business strategy, provide strategic input and business knowledge and insights. /li liManagement of licensees’ contracts and other appointed relevant providers as aligned with the senior management team. /li liWork with data and insights teams to inform the licensed business and, where possible and required, contribute to the delivery of key data to drive future business and overall insights for the commercial PM division. /li liSupport in the sales and royalty reporting processes and systems working closely with the senior management team and particularly the team lead retail planning. /li liTogether with the LR team plan and work with the official licensees to drive product, promotion and distribution strategies for wholesale and FIFA d2c retail. /li liTogether with the senior LR management team drive an integrative approach and work streams with the MBBI team in relation to developing and optimising marketing opportunities with branded licensees. /li liTogether with the senior LR management team develop the brand strategy, product category and product segmentation to deliver wholesale and D2C retail business. /li liIdentify new licensed products business streams in digital, phygital and other innovative business opportunities and work with applicable teams to develop such products. /li liDevelop FIFA licensed business across all relevant and applicable territories. /li liIdentify and share market trends and customer needs to translate them into strategic actions to drive and build FIFA IP equity, brand, retail product exposure to ultimately drive and grow revenue. /li liDevelop best in class key licensee management in aligned with senior LR management team. /li liAny other related LR matters as assigned by Head of Licensing Retail. /li liTogether with the senior LR management team pro-actively manage documents, boiler plates, systems and documentation processes deliver against legal, governance, import/export, compliance and sustainability needs and provisions, working closely with the relevant teams (e.g legal, compliance, tax, logistics). /li liBuild a strong relationship with the commercial partnerships team to identify, drive and manage licensed business opportunities with commercial partners current and future. Pro-actively contribute to workflow processes and systems to drive efficiencies and effectiveness. /li /ul h3YOUR PROFILE /h3 pbWe work hard at FIFA. We are dedicated, ambitious and innovative. /b /p pAnd we respect our values. Always. /p pFor all roles, we seek talented people with an entrepreneurial spirit and a global mindset. /p pbThe specific competencies we require for this position are: /b /p ul liAt least 8 years’ experience and relevant background in licensing, account management, or other relevant position working for an agency, rights holder or licensee. Proven ability to implement, analyse and improve processes, measure results, and achieve financial goals /li liExperience in the sports and/or commercial sector is a must /li liUnderstanding of the interaction of product, retail and marketing /li liKnowledge of legal and financial matters in relation to the licensed business /li liRelevant business degree /li liFluent in English, both verbal and written form /li liProficiency in any other language is an asset /li liProficient in Word / PowerPoint / Excel /li liTechnology and innovation savvy /li liExperience working with contract management system /li liExcellent understanding of GTM and product development processes and timelines /li liStrong understanding of financial statements and the financial and legal aspects of licensing /li liStrong stakeholder (internal external) management skills /li liExcellent time management and organisational skills /li liExcellent communication skills /li liEnergetic, positive and with a can-do attitude /li liTeam player /li liWillingness to travel on a frequent basis /li /ul h3PERKS BENEFITS /h3 pbThe biggest benefit of a career at FIFA is the privilege to work for the beautiful game and create something that matters. /b /p pAlongside that privilege, we also offer some extra perks and benefits: /p ul libHealth and fitness: /b Regular football sessions for all abilities, plus on-site gym. /li libHome office: /b Up to two days of home office per week if work permits and home office allowance for all. /li libLanguage courses: /b Offered to all staff to aid personal and professional growth. /li libContinuous learning /b: We care about your development and encourage internal mobility, offering a variety of training and education to help achieve it. /li libPension: /b Flexible pension benefits with generous employer contributions. /li libRelocation assistance: /b A dedicated team will be on hand to support your relocation. /li libSustainability: /b We support all employees using public transport. /li libVacation: /b Maintain a healthy work/life balance with a generous vacation allowance. /li libVolunteering: /b Make an impact beyond your regular role and bond with colleagues by volunteering with one of our partners. /li /ul #J-18808-Ljbffr