Licensing Manager: Growth & Partnerships

WME Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

IMG Licensing, part of WME Group, seeks a Licensing Manager to grow a dynamic portfolio of lifestyle, heritage, and F&B brands. You will identify new opportunities, manage licensee relationships, and support financial performance across multiple categories.

The role requires at least 2 years in licensing, strong commercial acumen, exceptional organisation, and ability to coordinate with legal, finance, marketing and creative teams. Office-based in London with regular industry engagement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years in licensing, including lifestyle, British and food & beverage brands.
• Experience securing new licensees and expanding licensing programs.
• Highly organised, detailed and adaptable; manage workload across sales, brands, clients and licensees.
• Quick learner and problem solver.
• Team player with initiative and proactivity.
• Strong communication and professional presentation.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new licensing opportunities and lead deal proposals.
• Manage licensee relationships, reporting and renewals.
• Support financial performance and royalty forecasting.
• Oversee contract generation with legal and ensure accurate terms.
• Coordinate with legal, finance, marketing and creative teams.
• Provide weekly/monthly client updates and prepare presentations.

Skills

Licensing experience

Client management

New business development

Financial analysis

Contract negotiation

CRM systems

Presentation skills

Team player

Tools

CRM systems

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

IMG Licensing, part of WME Group, seeks a Licensing Manager to grow a dynamic portfolio of lifestyle, heritage, and F&B brands. You will identify new opportunities, manage licensee relationships, and support financial performance across multiple categories.

The role requires at least 2 years in licensing, strong commercial acumen, exceptional organisation, and ability to coordinate with legal, finance, marketing and creative teams. Office-based in London with regular industry engagement.