Sales Director Sports Partnerships | Middle East

Sales Director – Sports Partnerships | Middle East

Sponsorship is not offered for this role. You must be eligible to work in the UAE / Doha

We're working with an ambitious international sports business looking to appoint a senior commercial hire in the Middle East.

This is a hands-on sales role focused on securing major brand partnerships around a premium global sporting proposition and its events in the region.

We're looking for someone who:

• Has a strong track record selling sports sponsorships and partnerships – this is essential
• Is well connected across the Middle East, particularly with senior decision-makers and regional marketing teams
• Has experience working with premium brands across sectors such as luxury, financial services, technology, automotive and travel
• Understands how to build compelling propositions for HNW/UHNW audiences
• Can personally originate, develop and close significant commercial partnerships
• Is comfortable working independently in-region while coordinating closely with an international team
• Is happy to travel regularly around the Middle East and internationally

Ideally you'll already be based in Dubai or Abu Dhabi or Qatar, with an established network across the wider GCC.

This would suit someone currently working for a rights holder, sports property, agency or other commercial sports organisation who enjoys being close to the market and winning business.

We'll do our best to respond to everyone who applies, but due to the volume of applications we may not be able to reply individually. If you don't hear from us, unfortunately you haven't been successful on this occasion. Please do keep an eye on our future roles, we'd be very happy to hear from you again.