Licensing Coordinator

Blue Zoo is seeking a highly organised and proactive Licensing Coordinator to provide comprehensive administrative and operational support across its Licensing Team. Reporting to the Director of Licensing, this role plays a key part in supporting the continued growth of Blue Zoo’s international licensing and consumer products programmes, working across a portfolio of globally recognised IP including Alphablocks, Numberblocks, Colourblocks, Wonderblocks, and Mojo SwopTops. The role has a strong international focus, involving regular liaison with agents, licensees, and third-party partners across multiple territories, as well as close collaboration with internal teams including Production, Digital, Legal and Marketing. This opportunity is available on a 1 year fixed term contract. We are very happy to discuss flexible, hybrid and remote working options for all our vacancies. The successful candidate for this opportunity will need to commute to the London studio 2-3 times per week and needs to be based in the UK. They require the right to work in the UK. Please note that this vacancy can close early if we receive a high number of applications.

Day to Day

• Provide day-to-day administrative support to the Licensing Team across all brands and territories.
• Co-ordinate management of licensing contracts and support reporting process through MyMediaBox, working closely with the Legal and Finance team to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely processing.
• Maintain up-to-date records, trackers, and documentation for licensees, agents, and third-party partners worldwide.
• Support contract execution, renewals, and general licensing workflow administration.
• Assist in building and maintaining strong working relationships with international agents, licensees and other third-party partners.
• Act as a point of contact for day-to-day coordination with external partners where appropriate.
• Support the Licensing Team with partner communications across multiple territories.
• Assist with the management, organisation, and distribution of licensed assets in line with brand guidelines.
• Support the compilation and distribution of sales, marketing, and promotional materials for internal teams, agents, and licensees.
• Help ensure brand consistency and visibility across all licensed activity.
• Assist with the coordination of all trade shows, conferences, promotional events, and marketing initiatives.
• Support the organisation of team meetings and internal licensing presentations.
• Liaise with partners and internal teams to ensure materials and assets are delivered on time.
• Support licensing-related social media activity, including content uploads and approvals.
• Liaise with external partners to coordinate social media activity and ensure consistent brand representation.
• Assist in maintaining Blue Zoo Licensing profile across digital platforms.
• Maintain calendar of press activity and advertising – B2B and B2C.

About You

Must Have:

• Organised, proactive and confident with the ability to manage and prioritise a diverse and fast-paced workload.
• Self-starter who can take initiative while supporting a dynamic team environment.
• Proficient in G Suite, Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Quick to learn and adapt to new responsibilities, actively sharing knowledge and insights with the team.
• Collaborative team player, skilled at building positive relationships and engaging effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.
• A consistently positive, can-do attitude that drives productivity, fosters a supportive work atmosphere, and inspires those around you.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills as a confident communicator.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage and prioritise a varied and demanding workload.
• Strong attention to detail with first-class administrative skills.

Bonus Points:

• Previous experience working in licensing, media, entertainment, or a related field.
• Experience using MyMediaBox or similar contract management systems.
• Experience supporting international partners or working across multiple territories.

About Us

Blue Zoo is a leading animation studio in the UK, with a world-class reputation as the go-to place for creating bold, fun and characterful animation. Established in London in 2000, the studio has grown to become the largest dedicated CG animation studio in the UK, picking up a shelf full of BAFTAs, an Annie and an Emmy along the way! We couldn’t be prouder that Blue Zoo is the first major animation studio in the world to receive B Corp certification. We’ve been independently certified by B Lab, a non-profit organisation who award the B Corp certification. The certification verifies companies who are working to improve the lives of employees as well as industries as a whole. The certification process involves over 170 rigorous metrics to improve the lives of our staff, customers, suppliers, and the local community, ensuring we are not just saying we are ethical with empty gestures, but independently evidencing it. We are going through an exciting period of growth and are building a studio that is full of amazingly talented, happy artists, making work they are proud of, which in turn makes a small contribution to a happier world. Blue Zoo believes that a healthy balance in our lives - whatever our situation - is key to supporting the wellbeing of our staff. We offer flexible working to support this. We look for people who have expertise, enthusiasm and are motivated to make things better. You’ll work alongside a talented and diverse group of people who respect each other's differences and seek to understand and embrace fresh perspectives.

What we’ve got for you:

• Winner of Best Places to Work in TV 2019, 2020, 2022, 2024, 2025 & 2026.
• Inclusive self-funded shorts programme.
• Many fun in person and remote social events throughout the year.
• Bi-monthly employee feedback and engagement programme.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including loads of discounts and offers.
• Online wellbeing programme.
• Profit share (for employees who have been with us for 2+ years).

Blue Zoo is committed to creating and nurturing an inclusive studio that promotes and values diversity and invites everyone to ‘bring their whole selves’ to work. We believe that companies that truly embrace and value diversity, and create an environment where everyone from any background can do their best work, are better companies. To be engaged our people have to feel included and valued. We work hard to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is embedded in the way we work, not just an initiative. We strive to engender a studio community that feels a deep sense of pride and commitment that transcends any role, department or level and works together to produce excellent and engaging work.