Senior Licensing Manager
3 days ago
Company OverviewSummit Brands Group is the next generation of brand licensing agencies, agile, strategic, and built to deliver world‑class results. We combine legal precision, commercial intelligence, and creative thinking to elevate brands through partnerships that last.Role SummaryWe are looking for an experienced and commercially minded Senior Licensing Manager to join our growing London team. This is a pivotal role for an ambitious licensing professional with strong category knowledge, established industry relationships, and the ability to lead programmes end‑to‑end.ResponsibilitiesLead the development and execution of licensing strategies across multiple brands and categories.Identify and quantify commercial opportunities, build business cases, and drive category growth.Oversee P&L for assigned categories, ensuring revenue targets, forecasting accuracy, and programme performance.Conduct market, competitor, and consumer analysis to inform brand and category strategy.Partner & Client ManagementManage key licensee relationships, acting as the primary point of contact for strategic and commercial discussions.Drive partner performance through joint business planning, product strategy, and revenue optimisation.Lead brand presentations, seasonal briefings, and business reviews with partners and internal stakeholders.Business DevelopmentProactively identify new partner prospects and lead outreach, pitch development, and negotiation processes.Collaborate with leadership on deal structures, commercial terms, and long‑term partnership planning.Close deals that align with brand strategy, quality standards, and revenue growth objectives.Work closely with legal teams on contracts, renewals, and compliance.Team & Cross‑Functional LeadershipMentor and support junior members of the licensing team, providing guidance and knowledge‑sharing.Work collaboratively across design, marketing, commercial, and legal functions to drive operational excellence.Represent Summit at trade shows, partner meetings, and industry events.Qualifications4–7+ years of experience in brand licensing, brand management, or consumer product partnerships.Proven track record of securing and managing licensing deals from prospecting to contract execution.Strong understanding of commercial modelling, forecasting, and category strategy.Confident negotiator with experience structuring commercial terms and driving partner performance.Strong industry network and awareness of trends across fashion, sports, lifestyle, or adjacent consumer sectors.Highly organised, able to manage multiple categories and partners with precision.Excellent communication skills, capable of representing brands with confidence and authority.Strong presentation skills, with experience preparing and delivering pitch decks and business reviews.Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel & PowerPoint essential); design tool familiarity is a plus.A degree in Business, Marketing, Fashion, Law or a related field is beneficial but not required. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Senior Licensing Manager
2 days ago
Greater London, United Kingdom Gateway Licensing Full timeA leading brand licensing agency is seeking an experienced Senior Licensing Manager to join their London team. This pivotal role requires strong category knowledge and established industry relationships to develop licensing strategies across multiple brands. The ideal candidate will have over 4 years of experience in brand licensing, proven deal management...
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Licensing Executive
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Greater London, United Kingdom Gateway Licensing Full timeSummit Brands Group is the next generation of brand licensing agencies, agile, strategic, and built to deliver world-class results. We combine legal precision, commercial intelligence, and creative thinking to elevate brands through partnerships that last. We operate across three core focus sectors: fashion, sports, and automotive, building culturally...
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Licensing Executive
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Senior Licensing Manager
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Senior Licensing Manager
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Senior Licensing Manager
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London, United Kingdom Zachary Daniels Full timeSenior Licensing ManagerGlobal Sports Brand - London (Hybrid 3/2)Permanent | Competitive salary + bonusOne of the most recognisable names in global sport is expanding its commercial operations and establishing a new vertical within its Licensing division. As they continue to elevate their global brand presence, they are seeking a Senior Licensing Manager to...
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Senior Licensing Manager
2 weeks ago
London, United Kingdom Zachary Daniels Full timeSenior Licensing Manager Global Sports Brand - London (Hybrid 3/2) Permanent | Competitive salary + bonus One of the most recognisable names in global sport is expanding its commercial operations and establishing a new vertical within its Licensing division. As they continue to elevate their global brand presence, they are seeking a Senior Licensing Manager...
