Sr Manager, Licensing

Topgolf; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Play

1/2 price food

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) team member match

Mental well-being platform

Job summary

Topgolf in Dallas, Texas is seeking a Senior Licensing Manager responsible for overseeing alcohol licensing processes including securing and renewing licenses, resolving disputes, and coordinating special events. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience with liquor licensing and possess strong negotiation skills.

The position offers excellent team member benefits including health coverage, 401(k) matching, and free food at work. Join a dynamic team and help contribute to a fun and inclusive environment!

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in securing and renewing liquor licenses.
• Familiarity with industry databases and government licensing portals.
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare alcohol licensing applications for new and existing venues.
• Manage officer and venue leadership changes affecting licensing.
• Coordinate operational permit applications and renewals.

Skills

Liquor licensing and permits

Interpersonal communication

Strategic thinking

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Customer service orientation

Time management

Tools

Copliancy

Job description

About Topgolf

Topgolf is a sports entertainment company that has changed how millions of people experience golf and where you can build a serious career. Our venues are high-energy, high-volume environments where performance matters and results are visible. Every day, we bring together golf, food and beverage, events, and entertainment into one experience that keeps guests coming back.

Senior Licensing Manager

The Senior Licensing Manager is responsible for planning and addressing licensing matters, heavily focused on obtaining new alcohol licenses, renewing existing licenses and permits, resolving licensing disputes, and coordinating licensing for special events and promotions. You will work closely with all levels of the team, government agencies, and outside counsel, to ensure compliance with responsible alcohol service.

Specifically, you will do the following:

• Prepare alcohol licensing applications for new venues, and ensure alcohol licensing renewals for active venues.
• As part of the renewal process, manage officer and venue leadership changes that affect licensing.
• Handle licensing for special projects and events, such as concerts and other activations.
• Stay informed on regulations governing alcohol sale and service, and provide feedback on venue training and questions.
• Investigate and resolve inquiries from licensing agencies, including allegations of violations, internally or with assistance of outside counsel.
• Provide guidance on alcohol marketing questions, and due diligence when required for corporate transactions.
• Coordinate operational permit applications and renewals, including building/occupancy permits, fire/security permits, and fleet permits.
• Assist with corporate governance and tax obligations.
• Maintain and update licensing database (Copliancy), process expenses, and manage license distribution.

Requirements

• Experience (3+ years) with securing and renewing liquor licensing and permits.
• Experience with industry databases (Copliancy, and government licensing portals).
• Strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to think strategically and negotiate persuasively.
• Effective time management and problem‑solving skills.
• Customer service driven and detail oriented.
• Ability to work proactively, independently and reliably in a fast‑paced environment.

Benefits

Free Play & 1/2 price food! Health, dental, vision, 401(k) team member match, free mental well-being platform – and that’s just for starters for those who qualify. View team member benefits here.

ADA

The above statements cover what are generally believed to be principal and essential functions of the job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some incumbents assigned to the job to perform a different combination of duties.

EEO Statement

Topgolf is a global sports and entertainment community and is committed to equal opportunity and is firmly committed to preventing discrimination and harassment, including sexual misconduct, based on legally protected diversity characteristics (such as race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family status, citizenship, genetic information and veteran status) in its application and hiring processes and in its employment decisions. As an affirmative action employer, Topgolf also takes steps to prevent retaliation and to create a respectful, equitable and inclusive environment for our Guests, Associates, business partners, vendors, and the communities we serve.

Topgolf is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, genetics or any other category protected under applicable law.

Topgolf participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.