Senior Director

3 days ago

London Area, United Kingdom National Basketball Association (NBA) Full time

About us//


The National Basketball Association (NBA) is a global sports and media organization with the mission to inspire and connect people everywhere through the power of basketball. Built around five professional sports leagues: the NBA, WNBA, NBA G League, NBA 2K League and Basketball Africa League, the NBA has established a major international presence with games and programming available in 214 countries and territories in 60 languages, and merchandise for sale in more than 200 countries and territories on all seven continents.


NBA rosters at the start of the 2023-24 season featured a record 125 international players from 40 countries and territories. NBA Digital’s assets include NBA TV, NBA.com, the NBA App and NBA League Pass. The NBA has created one of the largest social media communities in the world, with more than 2.3 billion likes and followers globally across all leagues, team and player platforms. NBA Cares, the NBA’s global social responsibility platform, partners with renowned community-based organizations around the world to address important social issues in the areas of education, inclusion, youth and family development, and health and wellness.


About the role//


Are you passionate about sports and communications? The NBA is seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Director - PR & Communications to lead its strategy and public relations across Europe and the Middle East. You will have the opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of basketball in this leadership role.


As Senior Director - PR & Communications, you will oversee and implement the NBA’s communication strategy for Europe and the Middle East, creating compelling campaigns to enhance visibility, build awareness, and support commercial growth.


Reporting to the EME Vice President – Head of Content, Social & PR, you will be a key part of the Senior Leadership Team, driving initiatives that align with the NBA’s strategic goals. From managing regional communications to spearheading public relations for high-profile events like the Global Games, your role will have a direct impact on how the NBA is perceived across the region. You’ll collaborate with NBA headquarters in New York and manage an extensive network of PR agencies across Europe to ensure consistent messaging and measurable results.


Your skills and experience//


  • Extensive experience in public relations and strategic communications, with significant experience in a senior leadership role.
  • Proven expertise in European or Middle Eastern media and public relations, with established relationships across sports, consumer, and business media.
  • A passion for sports and basketball - familiarity with US sports is a plus.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, alongside the ability to think strategically and manage multiple priorities.
  • Strong leadership capabilities, including managing teams, budgets, and complex projects.
  • The ability to anticipate problems and identify opportunities to build/protect the NBA brand.


If you’re ready to bring your creativity, strategic insight, and passion for sports to the NBA, we want to hear from you.


Click the apply button now to make your mark.


The Executives in Sport Group are retained on behalf of the NBA to appoint a Senior Director - PR & Communications. All direct applications and CVs will be forwarded to The Executives in Sport Group.


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