Licensing Manager - Gaming Industry

6 Month Contract only

Remote

Top Skills:

• Consumer Products Licensing Experience : At least 4+ years of experience in consumer products licensing, with a strong understanding of licensing agreements, negotiating deal terms, and contract administration.

• Negotiation and Contract Management : Exceptional skills in negotiating and managing contracts, with a proven track record of successfully closing licensing deals and driving revenue growth.

• Nice to have gaming experience

Job Responsibilities:

• Support the rapid growth of International Business: evaluate partnerships and execute contracts across all categories for the international business with licensing agencies.

• Daily activities include developing strategies to increase licensee revenue, selling and securing new business deals, monitoring licensee forecasting to plan and meet revenue objectives, day-to-day management of licensees.

• Liaise and influence with key internal teams through matrix management – Product Development, Legal, Finance, Franchise and Marketing – to secure approvals, internal alignment, and timely feedback for partners.

• 4+ years of Consumer Products licensing experience.

• Strong knowledge of and experience with licensing agreements, negotiating deal terms, contract administration and process.

• Adept at building out PowerPoint presentations and Excel reports to reflect business acumen and influence decision making. Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously against deadlines.

• Good understanding of financial analysis, brand management, product development, marketing and competitive product and retail landscape.

• The ideal candidate will have a passion for products and brand management, with successful outbound licensing experience at an entertainment studio, global consumer products company, or licensing agency.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• 4+ years of Consumer Products licensing experience.

• Strong knowledge of and experience with licensing agreements, negotiating deal terms, contract administration and process.

• Adept at building out PowerPoint presentations and Excel reports to reflect business acumen and influence decision making. Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously against deadlines.

• Good understanding of financial analysis, brand management, product development, marketing and competitive product and retail landscape.

• The ideal candidate will have a passion for products and brand management, with successful outbound licensing experience at an entertainment studio, global consumer products company, or licensing agency.

• Exceptional negotiation and contract management skills, with a track record of successfully closing licensing deals and driving revenue growth.

• Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities, with the capacity to leverage market insights and data to inform decision-making and drive results.

Typical Day in the Role:

• Purpose of the Team – Oversees management of the International Consumer Products licensing portfolio.

• Key projects – Negotiate new deals and renewals for the international consumer products portfolio. Brand management experience California / west coast candidates typically specialize in the entertainment industry.

• Typical task breakdown and operating rhythm –

• 50-60% - Meetings max

• 20% - Managing negotiations, day-to-day business management, contracts workflow

• 20% - Reaching out to internal stakeholders, clarification, and approvals.

We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to sex, race, or any other protected classification. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. This temporary role may be eligible for the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• 401(k)/Roth

• Insurance (Basic/Supplemental Life & AD&D)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health and Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HAS & DCFSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time off/Leave (PTO, Vacation, or Sick Leave)

  About TEKsystems:

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.