Commercial Partnerships Director

Learfield

High-value partnerships
Stakeholder collaboration
Go-to-market strategies
This role focuses on the commercialization of high-value collegiate sponsorship assets such as naming rights, jersey patches, and field logos

Job Summary

  • This role focuses on the commercialization of high-value collegiate sponsorship assets such as naming rights, jersey patches, and field logos.
  • The Commercial Partnerships Director will work closely with universities and internal teams to structure and secure strategic partnerships.
  • Learfield offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, and flexible paid time off.

Matching Summary

This role focuses on the commercialization of high-value collegiate sponsorship assets such as naming rights, jersey patches, and field logos.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • high-value partnerships
  • stakeholder collaboration
  • go-to-market strategies
  • field team coaching
  • premium sponsorship assets
  • relationship-building
  • strategic partnership development

Nice-to-have

  • sports sponsorship experience
  • multimedia rights knowledge
  • NIL partnership experience
  • integrated marketing solutions

Key Requirements

  • 8+ years in business development or sponsorship sales
  • experience with higher education institutions
  • strong negotiation and communication skills
  • willingness to travel regularly

Work Rights

Not specified

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