EMEA Sports Partnerships Director — Remote

BDA, LLC; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

BDA, LLC in London, UK is seeking a Sr. Director, Sports Partnerships — EMEA to drive growth across its sports and entertainment portfolio through strategic sponsorships, merchandise strategies, and executive relationships.

You will lead a high-performing regional team, shape regional strategy, and partner with global leadership to broaden revenue, client retention, and cross-market execution across EMEA.

Qualifications

• Proven regional business builder with ability to cultivate executive-level relationships.
• Experience crafting sponsorship and merchandise strategies that drive revenue.
• Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration across markets.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of EMEA growth strategies to expand revenue and market share.
• Establish and expand relationships with leagues, clubs, sponsors, agencies, and venues across EMEA.
• Drive sponsor engagement initiatives and maximise partnership value.
• Collaborate with regional and global leadership to deliver innovative merchandise and activation solutions.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Relationship building

Sponsorship

Team leadership

Business development

Job description

BDA, LLC in London, UK is seeking a Sr. Director, Sports Partnerships — EMEA to drive growth across its sports and entertainment portfolio through strategic sponsorships, merchandise strategies, and executive relationships.

You will lead a high-performing regional team, shape regional strategy, and partner with global leadership to broaden revenue, client retention, and cross-market execution across EMEA.