Director, Strategic Sports Communications

Teneo; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

28 days holiday

Discretionary bonus

Annual salary review

Pension (5%)

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave and

shared parental leave

Group Income protection

Life assurance

Cycle to work scheme

Season ticket loans

Regular social, cultural and charity活动

Job summary

Teneo is seeking a highly skilled communications professional to join its Strategic Sports Advisory team in London. As a Director, you will shape communications strategy, guide senior clients, and collaborate with firm leadership to deliver exceptional service.

The role focuses on proactive communications, M&A and media relations, crisis management, and sport-specific matters with a global client base. Office presence in London is required.

Qualifications

• 8+ years’ experience in strategic communications, consultancy or sports ecosystem roles.
• In-depth knowledge of global sport business and investment trends in Sports, Media & Entertainment.
• Experience working internationally with clients in North America and the Middle East.
• Proven ability to lead cross-border engagements across international teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage communications strategies and campaigns for global sports clients.
• Provide strategic counsel to senior executives and leadership teams on reputational and stakeholder issues.
• Anticipate risks and opportunities across sports, political and regulatory landscapes and translate into client advice.
• Drive business development through proposals, outreach and client relationship building.
• Identify growth opportunities within existing accounts and support new client acquisition.

Skills

Strategic communications

Executive presence

Cross-border leadership

Business development

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Teneo is seeking a highly skilled communications professional to join its Strategic Sports Advisory team in London. As a Director, you will shape communications strategy, guide senior clients, and collaborate with firm leadership to deliver exceptional service.

The role focuses on proactive communications, M&A and media relations, crisis management, and sport-specific matters with a global client base. Office presence in London is required.