Global Head of Soccer Partnerships

Responsibilities

• Define and execute a global soccer strategy to secure and grow partnerships with leagues, federations, and clubs
• Drive revenue growth through new business development, partnerships, and innovative monetization strategies
• Expand and optimize media and data driven inventory across football properties to maximize commercial value
• Cultivate and deepen relationships with key stakeholders across the global football ecosystem
• Lead and develop a high-performing global team
• Collaborate cross-functionally with commercial, product, and marketing teams
• Identify, negotiate, and secure rights agreements that align with commercial objectives
• Shape strategy through deep insight into market trends and competitive dynamics

Requirements

• Proven experience in the sports industry with deep expertise in global soccer
• Strong track record in rights acquisition, partnerships, and revenue generation
• Experience leading senior, globally distributed teams in high growth environments
• Established network within global soccer including clubs, leagues, and federations
• Strong commercial acumen with exceptional negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• Strategic mindset with a hands-on approach to execution

About the Company

Genius Sports is enabling a new era of sports for fans worldwide by bringing together next-gen technology and the finest live data available, delivering immersive and personalized experiences.