Senior business development manager Work, Jobs in Wombourne, Sts (with Salaries)

Head of Partnerships
Wolverhampton Wanderers FC —Wolverhampton
- Full-time
- Management
- Sales
- English
7d
Senior Business Development Manager – Advanced Manufacturing
WMGC —Birmingham
- £55,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- CRM software
- Business development
- Analysis skills
Business Development Manager (BDM) - Wolverhampton - Circa 41k Package - 53k OTE Uncapped
Yell Ltd —Wolverhampton
- £35,875 - £41,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Presentation skills
- Negotiation
- Referral programme
Quick apply
Senior Business Development Manager – Tech & Digital Services
WMGC —Birmingham
- £55,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Business development
- Mentoring
- IT
Business Development Manager (Civil Engineering)
Aquatech Civils Ltd —Sutton Coldfield
- From £34,500 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Civil engineering
- Sales
- Business development
- Work from home
Quick apply
Business Development Manager
PHSGroup —Wilnecote
- £60,000 - £110,000 a year
- Sales
- Business development
- Driving
- Work from home
Business Development Manager
Culligan UK limited —Wolverhampton
- £40,000 - £50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Sales
- Business development
- Travel
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
Quick apply
Human Resources Business Partner
CareTech Group —Wolverhampton
- £50,000 - £55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Driving
- Travel
- Human resources
Senior Contract Manager
Serco Plc —Oldbury
- £75,000 - £85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Contracts
- IT
- Employee assistance programme
Finance Transformation Manager / Senior Manager (Controllership), Business Finance
Deloitte —Birmingham
- Hybrid work
- Oracle
- Management
- Data analysis skills
Business Development Manager - People and Workforce Management
Civica —Dudley
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Sales
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Referral programme
Quick apply
Head of Systems Improvement
Automoney Trust Limited —Redditch
- £50,000 - £70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Maths
- Project management
- Life insurance
Quick apply
7d
Sales Office Manager
Park Hall Hotel and Spa —Wolverhampton
- £40,000 - £45,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Sales
- Hotel
Quick apply
Business Development Manager (BDM) - Stafford - Circa 41k Package - 53k OTE Uncapped
Yell Ltd —Stafford
- £35,875 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Presentation skills
- Negotiation
- Referral programme
Quick apply
Business Development Manager (BDM) - Lichfield - Circa 41k -Package 53k OTE Uncapped
Yell Ltd —Lichfield
- £35,875 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Presentation skills
- Negotiation
- Referral programme
Quick apply
Business Development Manager
Lodge Security Ltd —Redditch
- £55,000 - £60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Sales
- Business development
- In-person
- Work from home
Quick apply
1d
HR Business partner
Keys Group —Halesowen
- Up to £55,000 a year
- Travel
- Human resources
Quick apply
Business Development Manager
A1 Motor Spares —Brierley Hill
- £26,436 - £35,000 a year
- Full-time
- Sales
- Business development
- Analysis skills
- Flexitime
- Employee discount
Quick apply
12d
Business Development Manager - Industry
Royal HaskoningDHV —Birmingham
- £70,000 - £85,000 a year
- Part-time
- Master's degree
- Business development
- Presentation skills
Head of Area
Rethink Mental Illness —Birmingham
- £45,284 - £54,942 a year
- Full-time
- Continuous improvement
- Travel
- Contracts
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
14d

I want to receive the latest job alerts for senior business development manager in wombourne, sts

By signing in to your account, you agree to SimplyHired's Terms of Service and consent to our Cookie and Privacy Policy.

Explore jobs in more locations

senior business development manager jobs near wombourne, sts

Business Development Manager jobs in Dudley

Office Manager jobs in Wolverhampton

Senior Business Development Manager jobs in Birmingham

Human Resources Business Partner jobs in Wolverhampton

Business Development Manager jobs in Redditch

Business Development Manager jobs in Wolverhampton

Transformation Manager jobs in Birmingham

Business Development Manager jobs in Lichfield

Business Development Manager jobs in Stafford

Business Development Manager jobs in Birmingham

Learning Development jobs in Cardiff

Quorum Business Park jobs in Newcastle Upon Tyne

Business Development Manager jobs in Devon

Sales Manager jobs in Manchester

School Business Manager jobs in Manchester

Business Development Manager jobs in Wigan

Business Development Manager jobs in Norfolk

Business Development Manager jobs in East Midlands Region

Senior Business Development Manager jobs in North West London

Brand Manager jobs in London

Head of Partnerships

Wolverhampton Wanderers FC -
Wolverhampton

Apply Now

Job details

Full-time
7 days ago

Qualifications

Contract management
Management
Sales
English
Business development
Presentation skills
Sales pipeline
Typing
Account management
Communication skills
Marketing
Negotiation

Full job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Head of Partnerships
DEPARTMENT: Partnerships
REPORTS TO: Commercial and Marketing Director
LOCATION: Molineux
HOURS: 37.5 hours per week, all matchdays and events. Flexibility required
DATE: July 2026

We are Wolves. English football’s original innovators.

As a founding member of the Football League, we boast one of the richest histories in the beautiful

game, shaping modern football while always staying true to our Old Gold roots.

A football club which represents a city built on grit and togetherness and one that is defined by

ambition; from pioneering floodlit football to succeeding at the highest levels of the English and

European game.

Always looking forward and determined in the face of challenge, bright in spirit and unified by the

bond between players, staff and supporters, while remaining humble and grounded in the values of

our Wolverhampton community.

At Wolves, we honour the past, while seizing the future.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and

adults at risk. We expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment. This means that

the post-holder is required to apply all relevant policies and uphold the Club’s commitment to

safeguarding children, young people and adults at risk

_____________________________________________________________

Job purpose

Reporting to the Commercial & Marketing Director, the Head of Partnerships will be responsible for

leading the club's partnership strategy, driving commercial revenue growth through the acquisition,

management, retention, and activation of strategic brand partners.

The role will maximise the value of the club's partnership portfolio by delivering innovative

commercial opportunities, exceptional partner servicing, and measurable returns on investment for

sponsors and commercial stakeholders.

As a senior member of the commercial leadership team, the Head of Partnerships will play a key role

in developing long-term commercial strategies that enhance the club's global reputation, fan

engagement, and financial performance.

The Head of Partnerships will oversee the sales pipeline across all of the group’s global sports rights.

This will involve managing a talented in-house team whilst working closely with internal and external

V1 July 2026

agencies around the world.

_____________________________________________________________

Key responsibilities

Partnership Strategy & Revenue Growth

Develop and implement the club's strategic partnerships and sponsorship plan aligned to the

club's commercial objectives.

Identify, target, negotiate, and secure new commercial partnerships across regional,

national, and international markets.

Maximise revenue opportunities across all partnership assets, including front-of-shirt

sponsorship, sleeve partnerships, stadium branding, digital and social media assets,

matchday activations, Women's team and Academy partnerships.

Lead commercial negotiations and contract renewals to achieve revenue and profitability

targets.

Partnership Management & Activation

Create proactive sales targets, clearly articulating targets and key performance indicators for

both the Partnership Sales Team and the Partnerships Activation Team. Monitor partnership

performance and provide regular reporting and insights to partners.

Oversee the delivery of world-class account management for all club partners, driving

partner retention through proactive relationship management and measurable ROI.

Develop innovative activation programmes that maximise partner engagement and

commercial value.

Leadership & Team Management

Lead, mentor, and develop the partnerships team to achieve individual and departmental

objectives.

Establish a high-performance culture focused on revenue generation, customer service, and

continuous improvement, setting clear KPIs and performance standards for team members.

Work collaboratively with broader commercial, marketing, digital, communications,

ticketing, hospitality, and operations teams.

Stakeholder Management

Build strong relationships with senior executives, sponsors, agencies, rights holders, and

football industry stakeholders.

Represent the club at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities.

Collaborate with internal departments to ensure commercial opportunities are fully

leveraged.

V1 July 2026

Commercial Innovation

Identify emerging sponsorship trends and new revenue opportunities.

Develop data-led partnership solutions using fan insights and audience analytics.

Explore opportunities to develop new revenue streams

Governance & Compliance

Ensure all partnerships comply with EFL, UEFA, FA, FIFA, and club regulations.

Maintain accurate commercial records, contracts, and reporting documentation.

_____________________________________________________________

General responsibilities

Compliance with Club policies

Compliance with the Club’s health and safety procedures

Compliance with the Club’s safeguarding policies

To promote and support the Club’s values;

o One Pack: Collaborate, build trust and care for each other.

o Be Brave: Be bold, honest, and embrace challenges with courage.

o Raise our Game: Seek improvement and strive for excellence in everything we do.

o Own It: Act with integrity and take full responsibility for actions and results on and

off the pitch.

o Stay Humble: Show respect, listen to others, and leave egos at the door.

To work consistently to embed equality & diversity into the Club

To undertake such other duties as may be reasonably expected

To maintain professional conduct at all times

_____________________________________________________________

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

The post holder will demonstrate a strong commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion,

supporting the organisation’s strategic aims to remove barriers and address inequality. You will play

an active role in promoting an inclusive, discrimination-free environment that ensures fair access to

opportunities and resources. This includes fostering a culture of dignity, respect, and belonging

where everyone is empowered to contribute, perform, and reach their full potential.

_____________________________________________________________

Safeguarding Statement

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults

at risk. We expect all those associated with WWFC to share this commitment. This means that the

post-holder is required to apply all relevant policies and uphold the Club’s commitment to

safeguarding children, young people and adults at risk.

_____________________________________________________________

V1 July 2026

Key relationships

As this is a senior position within the club, it will be essential for the Head of Partnerships to build

relationships with the senior leadership team and all heads of department.

The key reporting relationships will be to the Commercial & Marketing Director.

The Head of Partnerships will also have a direct relationship with the Executive Chairman and will

work very closely with the Fosun Sports Group (HQ in Shanghai).

Managing key relationships with existing partners, sales agencies and potential new clients will also

be of paramount importance for success.

_____________________________________________________________

Scope of job

Will be responsible for managing a significant annual Partnerships budget and driving commercial

revenue as one of the biggest revenue generators across the club.

The Head of Partnerships will manage two key teams, containing circa 7 staff. On top of this the role

will be expected to lead on the management of key agencies where it is felt they can add value and

maintain relationships across the senior leadership team in the UK, whilst engaging actively with key

stakeholders and partners within China and across Asia.

The role will be expected to travel nationally and internationally, in order to grow new partnerships

and maintain existing relationships.

V1 July 2026

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Job Title: Head of Partnerships

Knowledge: the level and breadth of knowledge to do the job e.g. understanding of a defined system,
method or procedure, legal or regulatory frameworks etc

Essential

Strong knowledge of the sports marketing landscape, with an established network of key agencies
and industry contacts.

Commercially aware (globally) and target driven with an ability to deliver strong numerical reporting

Strong understanding of the professional football/sports sponsorship landscape, including the

commercial dynamics of the Premier League and elite sport.

In-depth knowledge of sponsorship sales, partnership development, rights packaging, valuation,

activation, and renewal strategies.

Understanding of how brands leverage sports partnerships to achieve marketing, fan engagement,

and business objectives.

Knowledge of football club/elite sport commercial operations, including matchday, hospitality,

digital, media, retail, and community assets.

Awareness of industry trends in sports marketing, fan engagement, digital content, social media,

and emerging commercial opportunities.

Understanding of partnership measurement, including return on investment (ROI), audience

insights, data analytics, and reporting frameworks.

Technical/work-based skills: skills specific to the job e.g. language competence, typing skills, coaching skills
etc

Essential

Commercial Partnership Development – Proven ability to identify, secure, negotiate, and grow high-

value sponsorship and commercial partnership agreements.

Strategic Account Management – Expertise in managing senior stakeholder relationships, delivering

exceptional partner service, and driving renewal and retention opportunities.

Commercial Negotiation & Contract Management – Strong negotiation skills with the ability to

structure commercially beneficial agreements and oversee contractual delivery.

Partnership Activation & Campaign Delivery – Ability to develop and execute integrated partnership

activations across digital, marketing, hospitality, events, and matchday environments.

Revenue Generation & Business Development – Demonstrable ability to achieve revenue targets,

build sales pipelines, develop commercial propositions, and convert new business opportunities.

Data Analysis & Performance Reporting – Ability to interpret commercial, audience, and partnership

performance data to measure ROI, inform decision-making, and enhance partner value.

General skills and attributes: more general characteristics e.g. flexibility, communication skills, team working
etc

V1 July 2026

Essential

Promote, adhere to and implement the Club’s Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Policy and to work
consistently to embed equality and diversity within Club.

Relationship Building & Influencing – Ability to establish credibility and develop strong relationships

with senior internal and external stakeholders.

Leadership & People Management – Ability to lead, motivate, develop, and inspire high-performing

teams to achieve business objectives.

Strategic Thinking – Capacity to think commercially and strategically, identifying opportunities and

anticipating future trends and challenges.

Communication & Presentation Skills – Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the

ability to present persuasively to senior executives and partners.

Experience: proven record of experience in a particular field, profession or specialism.

Essential

Significant experience in sponsorship, partnerships, commercial sales, or business development

roles, ideally within professional sport, football, entertainment, media, or a rights-holder

environment.

Proven track record of securing, negotiating, and delivering high-value commercial partnership

agreements and achieving ambitious revenue targets.

Experience managing and developing strategic relationships with senior stakeholders, sponsors,

agencies, and corporate partners.

Demonstrable experience leading partnership activation programmes and delivering measurable

value and return on investment for commercial partners.

Experience leading, managing, and developing high-performing commercial or partnerships teams.

Experience developing and implementing commercial strategies that drive revenue growth,

partnership retention, and long-term business success.

Understanding of how to work safely with children, young people and adults at risk to uphold

Safeguarding best practice.

Desirable

Experience working within a Premier League, elite sports, or major events environment.

Experience managing international partnerships and multi-market sponsorship programmes.

Qualifications: the level of educational, professional and/or occupational training required

Essential

Post-holder will be subject to a DBS check at the appropriate level and cleared by the Wolves

Safeguarding Manager.

Degree-level qualification (or equivalent experience) in Business, Marketing, Sports

Management, Commercial Management, Communications, or a related discipline.

V1 July 2026

Evidence of continued professional development in commercial, sales, marketing, leadership, or

partnership management.

Desirable

Professional qualification or membership of a relevant body (e.g., CIM, ISBA, Sports Industry Group,

or equivalent).

Leadership or management qualification (e.g., ILM Level 5/7, CMI, or equivalent).

Formal training in negotiation, account management, sponsorship, or commercial strategy.

V1 July 2026

Apply Now

Refine Your Search

senior business development manager jobs in wombourne, sts

Head of Partnerships

Senior Business Development Manager – Advanced Manufacturing

Business Development Manager (BDM) - Wolverhampton - Circa 41k Package - 53k OTE Uncapped

Senior Business Development Manager – Tech & Digital Services

Business Development Manager (Civil Engineering)

Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager

Human Resources Business Partner

Senior Contract Manager

Finance Transformation Manager / Senior Manager (Controllership), Business Finance

Business Development Manager - People and Workforce Management

Head of Systems Improvement

Sales Office Manager

Business Development Manager (BDM) - Stafford - Circa 41k Package - 53k OTE Uncapped

Business Development Manager (BDM) - Lichfield - Circa 41k -Package 53k OTE Uncapped

Business Development Manager

HR Business partner

Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager - Industry

Head of Area

I want to receive the latest job alerts for senior business development manager in wombourne, sts

Related Searches

Explore jobs in more locations

Jobseeker tools

Employer Tools

Browse

Stay Connected