VP, Growth Strategy & Strategic Partnerships

NESN; Watertown (MA); On-site; USD 253,000 - 339,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental plans

401(k) with employer match

Paid parental leave

Paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

NESN is seeking a senior leader to own strategy and business development, sourcing and executing growth opportunities across sports media, distribution, and partnerships. You will build and manage a pipeline, lead cross-functional teams, and present to the CEO and Board with rigorous financial analysis.

The role requires deep experience in sports/media transactions, executive presence, and an established network across the industry.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in business development, corporate development, strategic partnerships, or commercial strategy.
• Senior leadership experience of 5+ years in a corporate setting.
• MBA or equivalent advanced degree in business or finance.
• Proven track record originating, negotiating, and closing complex commercial transactions.
• Advanced financial modeling and ability to build defensible business cases.
• Credibility with C-suite, ownership groups, and boards; strong negotiation presence.
• Established network of senior relationships across sports and media.

Responsibilities

• Define and refine the Network's growth strategy with the executive team.
• Identify emerging revenue models, distribution channels, and partnerships.
• Maintain a stage-gated pipeline of opportunities with ownership and EV.
• Source, structure, negotiate, and close strategic agreements including DTC and streaming.
• Lead deal teams through modeling, diligence, term sheets, and negotiations.
• Track post-close performance and pursue renegotiation or restructuring if needed.
• Build financial models, market sizing, and scenario analyses for recommendations.
• Represent the Network with leagues, teams, partners, and industry groups.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration and contribute to enterprise decisions.

Job description

NESN is seeking a senior leader to own strategy and business development, sourcing and executing growth opportunities across sports media, distribution, and partnerships. You will build and manage a pipeline, lead cross-functional teams, and present to the CEO and Board with rigorous financial analysis.

The role requires deep experience in sports/media transactions, executive presence, and an established network across the industry.