Associate Manager, Brand Operations EMEAI

Authentic is a unified platform that integrates M&A, brand strategy, creativity and digital innovation to unlock the power of its global Lifestyle and Entertainment portfolio. As the world’s largest sports and entertainment licensing company, Authentic connects strong brands with best-in-class partners to optimize long-term value in the marketplace. Its brands generate more than $32 billion in global annual retail sales and have an expansive retail footprint in more than 150 countries, including 13,000-plus freestanding stores and shop-in-shops and 400,000 points of sale. Authentic transforms brands by delivering powerful storytelling, compelling content, innovative business models and immersive experiences. It creates original marketing strategies to drive the success of its brands across all consumer touchpoints, platforms and emerging media.

Why Authentic: You’ll be able to access the resources and scale, while leveraging innovative technology and a nimble environment. What we’re saying is, this isn’t your average day job. If you’re hungry to drive ideas into action and own your career, let’s chat. Our team is rapidly innovating to evolve and define the future of our brands. With the help of some of the brightest minds in retail, marketing, licensing, legal and more, we are building the intersection of digital and experiential marketing to help achieve that mission. We reimagine, evolve and transform brands! At Authentic, we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought and expertise drive competitive advantage. Our global teams are built by go-getters who contribute unique perspectives and push the boundaries of creativity and innovation. Headquartered in New York City, Authentic has offices in major metropolitan cities including Los Angeles and Miami, as well as Toronto, Mexico City, London, and Shanghai.

What You’ll Do: The Associate Manager, Brand Operations role is a strategic role within Authentic EMEA & India, forming an integral link between Brand Management, Business Development, and Corporate Development. As part of this role, the Associate Manager, Brand Operations will have an oversight of the financial performance of the department including the responsibility for revenue tracking, topline budget preparation and quarterly updates for the division, including existing revenue and pipeline targets, partnering closely with Finance and FP&A for a full picture of divisional revenue. This role will also work closely with the Brand Management team to consolidate sales performance across Licensees and to track financial targets and revenue KPIs including Organic Growth targets.

Within the region, Brand Operations is engrained in all facets of the business, with an in-depth knowledge of existing Licensees, amendments, fully executed new agreements and accounts receivable management. Brand Operations is responsible for tracking of contractual requirements, as well as providing executive overviews of the department. Brand Operations may be brought into Business Development on executive priorities, negotiating with partners, and supporting the division in M&A transitions. Brand Operations is the key point of contact between the Regional Team and the Legal Department in managing legal workflow.

What You’ll Be Working On:

• Budget Management: Track partner sales performance on a quarterly basis, organising topline sales and revenue projections, in close collaboration with the Brand teams. Support in the analysis of week-over-week variances to the Latest Estimate by analysing data and collaborating with the Brand Operations Lead to determine underlying drivers of change. Act as the liaison between Brand Management, Business Development, and the Authentic legal department in the drafting of License Agreements and Amendments. Review new agreements and amended terms, ensuring accuracy of Licensed Brands and Categories, and other core contract details. Partner with the Trademark division on International Licensed Property needs. Process requests for Authorisation Letters, Side Letters, Agent Agreements, Breaches, Terminations, Collections Letters and NDAs. Manage weekly updates to the Legal Workflow Tracker, ensuring all open action items are accurately captured.
• Contractual Compliance: Ensure existing Authentic Licensees are compliant with contractual obligations, including reporting, payments, insurance, and other deliverables. Liaise with the Brand team to ensure Letters of Credit and Certificates of Insurance are issued in accordance with License Agreements. Partner with internal Finance and Compliance teams as well as external Licensees to gather documentation, track open items, and maintain compliance accuracy. Maintain a compliance calendar to track deadlines for renewals, insurance updates, reporting schedules, and contract milestones.

Must Haves: Several years of experience in a similar role; possibly from a research, finance, legal or brand operations environment. Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously. Ability to work across teams and build effective cross-functional partnerships within the company and with Licensees. Exceptional written skills and verbal communication skills, including professional document preparation. Proactive and resourceful, with the ability to follow processes, identify challenges, and escalate issues appropriately. Detail-oriented in reviewing contracts, documents, and data, ensuring accuracy before routing for approvals. Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel, with a strong financial acumen.

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