VP Rights - London, United Kingdom in Springfield

Overview

Stats Perform is the market leader in sports tech. We provide the most trusted sports data to some of the world's biggest organizations, across sports, media, and broadcasting.

Through the latest AI technologies and machine learning, we combine decades' worth of data with the latest in-game happenings. We then offer coaches, teams, professional bodies, and media channels around the world, access to the very best data, content, and insights. In turn, improving how sports fans interact with their favourite sports teams and competitions.

How do we add value?

• Media outlets add a little magic to their coverage with our stats and graphics packages.
• Sportsbooks can offer better predictions and more accurate odds.
• The world's top coaches are known to use our data to make critical team decisions.
• Sports commentators can engage with fans on a deeper level, using our stories and insights.

Anywhere you find sport, Stats Perform is there. However, data and tech are only half of the package. We need great people to fuel the engine. We succeeded thanks to a team of amazing people. They spend their days collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data from a wide range of live sporting events. If you combine this real-time data with our 40-year-old archives, elite journalists, camera operators, copywriters, the latest in AI wizardry, and a host of 'behind the scenes' support staff, you've got all the ingredients to make it a magical experience!

Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end business-casing & negotiations for global Audio-Visual and Data Wagering and Media rights.
• Work closely with the Global Sales team to ensure rights acquisitions are commercially viable and aligned with the specific demands of our business strategy, clients, and prospects.
• Act as the primary point of contact for commercial managers & executives at major Sports Governing Bodies, to ensure partnership success.
• Coordinate with our Integrity & Legal teams to ensure all rights are acquired and distributed in full compliance with local regulations and governing body integrity standards.
• Management of a portion of a significant rights budget, ensuring optimised spend across the portfolio.
• Act as a bridge between Rights and internal teams, to ensure relevant colleagues are aware of movements within the global rights landscape, and potential resulting opportunities.

Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years in sports rights acquisition, specifically within the wagering, gaming, and media sectors.
• Experience successfully navigating and closing complex high-value deals in high-pressure & global environments, with a history of delivering measurable commercial growth.
• Demonstrated ability to navigate the competing priorities of Sales (revenue), Legal (risk), and Integrity (compliance).
• Deep understanding of the sports wagering, media, and data sectors.
• Ability to interpret and provide direction on complex contractual frameworks and regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions.

Desired Qualifications:

• An existing network of high-level decision-makers within major global sports leagues, federations, and the wagering & broadcast industries.
• A strong understanding of video & data operations and collection workflows.
• Experience managing rights across diverse jurisdictions, with a nuanced understanding of varying regional wagering and media landscapes.

Why work at Stats Perform?

We love sports, but we love diverse thinking more! We know that diversity brings creativity, so we invite people from all backgrounds to join us. At Stats Perform you can make a difference, by using your skills and experience every day, you'll feel valued and respected for your contribution.

We take care of our colleagues. We like happy and healthy colleagues. You will benefit from things like Mental Health Days Off, No Meeting Fridays, and flexible working schedules.

We pull together to build a better workplace and world for all. We encourage employees to take part in charitable activities, utilize their 2 days of Volunteering Time Off, support our environmental efforts, and be actively involved in Employee Resource Groups.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Stats Perform

By joining Stats Perform, you'll be part of a team that celebrates diversity. A team that is dedicated to creating an inclusive atmosphere where everyone feels valued and welcome. All employees are collectively responsible for developing and maintaining an inclusive environment. That is why our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion goals underpin our core values. With increased diversity comes increased innovation and creativity. Ensuring we're best placed to serve our clients and communities. Stats Perform is committed to seeking diversity, equity, and inclusion in all we do.