Business Development and Partnerships Director (Remote)

3 months, 1 week ago
Full-time
Executive
Sales and Business Development
The New York Times

The New York Times

The New York Times creates, collects, and distributes news, information, and entertainment through a daily newspaper and a website. The company offers live news, investigations, opinion pieces, photos, videos, and analysis on a wide range of topics inc...

Media
1K-5K
Founded 1851

Description

  • Secure and manage long-term, revenue-driving partnerships for The Athletic.
  • Grow the league partnerships portfolio and own the success of those deals.
  • Work with the Head of Global Business Development to set and execute growth strategy.
  • Serve as the primary liaison between The Athletic, The New York Times sales teams, and strategic partners where sales overlap exists.
  • Identify creative new opportunities to expand The Athletic’s commercial business.
  • Collaborate with legal, finance, product, editorial, design, and marketing to ensure smooth daily operations.
  • Partner with the Partner Management team to keep partnerships effective and optimized for success.
  • Create and manage project plans for partnership executions.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) required; MBA preferred.
  • 8+ years of relevant business development and partnerships operations experience.
  • Experience in advertising sales and/or media business development.
  • Experience working with rights holders and sports leagues.
  • Ability to work autonomously and proactively move ideas and projects forward.
  • High level of professionalism, motivation, and strong follow-up.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to think creatively and strategically and develop out-of-the-box ideas.
  • Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment with teams across North America and internationally.
  • Remote-based role in the United States; ability to represent The Athletic brand well.

Benefits

  • Annual base salary range of $130,000 to $145,000 USD.
  • Eligibility for variable pay, including an annual bonus and restricted stock, depending on role.
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
  • Company-matching 401(k) plan.
  • Paid vacation and paid sick days.
  • Paid parental leave.
  • Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.

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