Learfield

Learfield

Director, Partner Development

Dallas, TX · Director

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 30 days ago
Account ManagementLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingPublic Speaking

About the role

  • Learfield is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Responsibilities

  • Own renewal, retention, and revenue growth across a portfolio of Power 4 partnerships
  • Lead, coach, and develop a direct report responsible for account management, ensuring consistent execution and high-quality partner engagement
  • Invest in long-term relationships with Power 4 partners through senior-level engagement, consultative partnership, and deep subject matter expertise across the SIDEARM platform
  • Represent SIDEARM's strategy and capabilities in senior-level partner conversations and executive forums
  • Promote awareness and adoption of new platform features and solutions, including cross-company offerings, across all partner relationships
  • Serve as the primary escalation point for partner issues within the portfolio, collaborating with the VP of Partner Development as needed
  • Partner with the Director of Partner Intelligence to integrate insights, analytics, and AI-driven reporting into account strategy and decision-making
  • Collaborate with the Director of Partner Monetization to ensure effective delivery of sponsorship packages and revenue strategies
  • Identify and close expansion opportunities by aligning partner needs with emerging capabilities such as Partner Intelligence, gamification, mobile strategy, and OAS
  • Contribute to partner-facing deliverables, including renewal proposals, executive presentations, on-campus engagements, and conference participation

Requirements

  • Proven ability to present, influence, and close business with both prospective and existing clients
  • Exceptional communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to craft compelling narratives for senior stakeholders, including athletic directors and executive leadership
  • Proficiency with AI tools and a solid understanding of their application within sports and digital strategy
  • Experience with digital platforms or sports technology

Compensation

  • Learfield offers a full spectrum of benefits for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance and Other Insurance Plans, Flexible Paid Time Off (minimum 10+ days annually), including Parental

Visa & Work Authorization

  • Collaborate with the Director of Partner Monetization to ensure effective delivery of sponsorship packages and revenue strategies

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