Licensing Director [C5204]

SEARCHLIGHT; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the licensing industry is seeking a Licensing Director to drive new business development across various sectors, particularly automotive. In this role, you'll engage in licensing strategy, manage brand partnerships, and exceed sales targets. The ideal candidate will possess strong negotiation skills and have a background in securing license agreements within the industrial licensing landscape.

Qualifications

• Experience securing new licensees in industrial licensing landscape.
• Experience with automotive brands is a plus.
• Highly organized and adaptable professional.

Responsibilities

• Engage in licensing strategy and drive sales growth.
• Attend trade shows to boost licensing opportunities.
• Manage deals from negotiation to financials.

Skills

Business Development

Negotiation

Sales Growth

Brand Management

Job description

THE COMPANY

Our client represents renowned brands and entertainment properties spanning sports, films, and talent - creating marketing and revenue opportunities through licensed products.

THE ROLE

As Licensing Director, you will be responsible for driving new business development across all industrial categories paying particular attention to automotive and automotive-related clients.

Key responsibilities:

• Engage in licensing strategy, creative input, and sales growth for existing and new clients.
• Drive new business in industrial sectors, especially automotive-related areas.
• Attend European trade shows to boost industrial licensing opportunities.
• Meet and exceed annual sales targets, including MGs and royalties.
• Report key developments and updates regularly to SVP and team.
• Manage deals from negotiation to financials using IMG’s licensing system.
• Serve as brand manager, guiding design and product development for licensees.

THE PERSON

A skilled licensing professional, you will have previous experience of securing new licensees within the industrial licensing landscape (eg: safety footwear, workwear, tools pressure washers etc). Previous experience of working with automotive brands would also be helpful.

You will be a highly organised and adaptable professional who thrives in a fast-paced licensing environment. You will be comfortable managing a diverse workload and effortlessly switching between multiple brands and licensees.

NEXT STEP

If your skills & experience fit the above requirements and you would like to talk to us about this role, please apply online attaching your CV.

WHAT TO EXPECT

• Searchlight only advertisesactiveroles
• Your details will be sent directly to the Consultant who is handling this role
• We aim to respond to candidates within 14 days.

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Searchlight strives to promote equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief.

To learn more about Searchlight, see:www.searchlight.global.