💼 About This Role

You'll lead The Economist's global syndication and licensing business, driving revenue through strategic content partnerships. You'll own key relationships with major third-party platforms, ensuring deals protect brand integrity while maximizing commercial value. This role offers the chance to shape AI licensing frameworks and influence the future of premium journalism distribution.

🎯 What You'll Do

• Own the commercial plan for syndication and licensing revenue.
• Lead complex negotiations on pricing, rights, and territory.
• Manage renewals and upsell/cross-sell to maximize lifetime value.
• Develop and maintain senior relationships with major partners.

📋 Requirements

• Significant commercial experience in syndication, content licensing, or media partnerships.
• Proven track record owning and growing a multi-million-pound revenue line.
• Experience leading teams with people management and strategic direction.
• Strong understanding of rights frameworks (territory, term, exclusivity, derivatives).

✨ Nice to Have

• Experience in B2B2C subscription or data businesses.
• Familiarity with AI licensing and content compliance.
• CRM and pipeline management expertise.

🎁 Benefits & Perks

• 💷 Competitive pension or 401(k) plan.
• 🏥 Private health insurance.
• 🌍 Work From Anywhere program for up to 25 days per year.
• 📚 Free access to all The Economist content.
• 🏡 Moving home day off.

📨 Hiring Process

Estimated timeline: 3-5 weeks · AI estimate

1. 1Recruiter Call· 30 min
2. 2Hiring Manager Interview· 60 min
3. 3Case Study Presentation· 60 min