Digital Sales Manager UK

General Information

Job title: Manager Digital Partnership & Growth
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: London UK with Hybrid work setup
Department: Technical Department
Languages: This position requires English as professional language

HBS

You have probably watched a football game at some point in your life. Well, if it was a World Cup match, it was likely filmed and produced by the HBS (Host Broadcast Services) team. We are involved in the production of the following events : FIFA World Cup 26™, FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™, Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027 Australia.

Purpose

We are expanding our digital footprint through Skroller, our innovative digital agency launched to bring HBS’s world-class production expertise to the commercial market. After successfully providing digital services to major organisations like FIFA, we’re diversifying our portfolio and need a strategic sales professional to help us grow.

Skroller operates across four key pillars:

•   Content: Helping clients activate digital content around their athletes and events
•   Production: Creating films and programs for platforms like YouTube
•   Campaigns & Consultancy: Driving financial growth and engagement for clients
•   Extended Reality: Pushing boundaries with innovative digital experiences

This is your chance to work with a globally recognised team while helping to establish new partnerships beyond our traditional sphere of influence.

Main Activities/Responsibilities

Business Development

• Drive the sales strategy for our digital portfolio, considering our unique products and market position
• Formulate tailored sales solutions and create necessary tools to execute the strategy  Expand our client base beyond our current portfolio
• Establish and raise the profile of HBS and Skroller in previously untapped areas like branded content
• Identify gaps in the market where our skills and reputation can create value

Client Relationship Management

• Maintain and nurture relationships with key client accounts
• Help clients understand the full possibilities offered by our content and products
• Develop HBS’s external image and increase visibility of our innovations in the market

Performance Tracking

• Participate in setting and reporting on KPIs
• Create marketing presentations of achievements
• Analyse client feedback to improve our business approach

Innovation and Guidance

• Collaborate with HBS divisions to propose innovative ideas
• Offer guidance on adapting services to client needs
• Stay ahead of industry trends and innovations to inform strategy

Position Relevant Skills (Background & Experience)

You are the ideal candidate if:

• You thrive in a sales environment and are passionate about digital technologies and tools
• You possess exceptional communication skills with a strong customer relationship orientation
• You are autonomous and excel in dynamic, challenging environments  You know how to manage budgets and revenues forecasting
• You have a strong understanding of the digital landscape including branded content, league growth strategies, and digital offerings
• You have worked as a digital salesperson for a league or managed content for major brands
• You can identify strategic moves and market opportunities

Required Languages

• English fluent (Spoken & Written)