Senior Director, Partnership Development

The Senior Director of Partnership Development will be a key member of the Allied Sports Partnership Development team with a proven track record for sourcing, pitching, negotiating, and closing large-scale, integrated marketing partnerships on behalf of the UFL.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for identifying, developing, and closing new business corporate partnerships for the UFL
• Proactively and independently identify and cultivate new corporate partnership opportunities at the regional, national, and global levels
• Play a key role in shaping the go-to-market strategy and lead strategic approach of customized ROI-driven proposals and presentations tailored to UFL partner goals and initiatives
• Lead all elements of the full sales cycle, including prospecting, ideating, pitching, and negotiating to close
• Collaborate with internal Partnership Solutions leads to develop partnership platforms and applicable asset compilations
• Build strong relationships across UFL key stakeholders
• Maintain a robust pipeline of qualified prospects for UFL and consistently meet or exceed individual revenue targets
• Deliver regular sales forecasting and pipeline reporting for Allied Sports internal leadership and UFL property client

Qualifications:

• 7+ years of sales experience with a proven track record in driving high-value, multi-year partnerships with leading brands and properties  
• Established connections with senior leaders at top companies across a wide range of industries and geographies  
• Ability to develop strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to work cross-functionally across the agency
• Deep understanding of the Sports & Entertainment landscape with sports property / league or agency experience preferred
• Ability to problem-solve independently and in a group, team environment
• Strong ability to multi-task, managing multiple clients and projects simultaneously
• Excellent time management, relationship, written, and oral communication skills
• Ability to travel and work non-traditional hours as needed (which could include weekends)

Considerations:

• Base salary: $150-160k

• Hybrid schedule for NYC + LA office: 3 days in-office (Tues-Thurs) and 2 days remote (Mon & Fri)

• Open to a fully remote schedule for potential candidates outside NYC/LA area who have substantial experience and skills.