Global Head of Football Partnerships

Company: Genius Sports

About Genius Sports:
Genius Sports is at the forefront of a new era in sports, combining next-gen technology with live data to create more immersive, interactive, and personalized fan experiences worldwide. Learn more at geniussports.com.

The Role:
The Global Head of Football Partnerships will define and lead Genius Sports’ global football strategy. This enterprise-level role, reporting to the Chief Commercial Officer, is responsible for driving the development and execution of high-impact partnerships across the entire football ecosystem – including leagues, federations, clubs, rights holders, and their media partners, sponsors, and commercial stakeholders. The primary objective is to accelerate commercial growth by leveraging Genius’ technology, data, and distribution capabilities.

This position will solidify Genius’ standing as a strategic partner not only to the sport itself but to the broader football ecosystem. You will unlock new rights, enhance media and sponsorship value, and create integrated commercial opportunities that deepen fan engagement at scale.

What You’ll Do:

• Define and execute a global football strategy to secure and grow partnerships with leagues, federations, and clubs.
• Drive revenue growth through new business development, strategic 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, ensuring long-term alignment and value creation.
• Lead and develop a high-performing global team.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with commercial, product, and marketing teams to deliver integrated partnership solutions.
• Identify, negotiate, and secure rights agreements that align with the company’s commercial objectives.
• Shape strategy through deep insight into market trends, competitive dynamics, and emerging opportunities across global football.

What You’ll Bring:

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

Work Environment:

• 'Office-first' culture fostering collaboration, connection, and learning.
• Hybrid working models vary by role and location.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Commitment to supporting employee wellbeing and professional growth.
• Values: One team, being brave, driving change.
• Commitment to an inclusive working environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging and can make a difference.

Note: Please let us know during your application if you require any assistance during the recruiting process due to a disability.