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Director, Partnership Marketing, WWE Brand Partnerships

TKO · Stamford, CT · 2 wk ago
Marketing$135k/yrFull-time

Position Summary

TKO is seeking a temporary Director of Partnership Marketing to join our Global Partnerships team, assigned with managing and executing WWE brand partnerships. This is a temporary assignment expected to last approximately 3-4 months, covering a parental leave. This executive will ensure a best-in-class partnership marketing experience for our top-tier brand partners, serving as a true consultative resource that will drive partner objectives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the end-to-end management of commercial partnerships for WWE to deliver on partner’s brand and business goals.

  • Lead strategic planning for all partners, identifying and prioritizing growth opportunities aligned with business objectives, while delivering consultative solutions leveraging the power of the TKO enterprise.

  • Collaborate with key internal stakeholders (including Marketing, Events, Community Relations, Media, PR, Brand, Legal, etc.), serving as cross departmental project lead to ensure alignment of partner programs with WWE initiatives.

  • Build and develop relationships with brand partner contacts, including client hosting at WWE events.

  • Drive revenue by leading all renewals, upsells, and cross-sells for WWE while unlocking new revenue opportunities across the TKO enterprise.

  • Support VP in in developing a high-performing consultative, insight-driven strategic marketing team.

  • Champion a culture of innovation, thought leadership, and proactive partner management within the Partnerships Marketing organization.

  • Manage and mentor a high-performing team of strategists and cross-functional contributors, fostering a growth mindset and collaborative environment.

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience in marketing strategy, consulting, commercial operations, or corporate development, ideally in sports, entertainment, or media.

  • Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional strategic initiatives and driving organizational change.

  • Strong commercial acumen, with proven experience negotiating and renewing long-term partnerships.

  • Exceptional executive communication and stakeholder management skills.

  • Experience building and mentoring high-performing teams.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, or related field required; MBA or equivalent advanced degree strongly preferred.

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