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£60000 - £65000 per annum
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Posted
13 days ago

Job details

Location
Other Locations
£60000 - £65000 per annum
Job Type
Permanent
Ref
PR/087444_1778076002
Posted
13 days ago

Business Development Manager - UGC Brand Partnerships

📍 Location: Hybrid (UK-based) | 2-3 office days per month
💰 Salary: £60,000 + Commission + Equity

About the Opportunity

This is a unique opportunity to join a high-growth, well-funded business at the centre of the creator economy.

The company partners with creators to transform high-performing channels into scalable, revenue-generating media businesses, working with some of the most exciting global talent across sport, gaming, and lifestyle.

With strong early traction and they are building a world-class commercial team to shape how modern media is monetised.

The Role

As a Business Development Manager, you will play a key role in building and scaling the brand partnerships function.

This is a revenue-owning, end-to-end role, where you'll be responsible for originating, structuring, and closing partnerships between brands and creators.

You'll work across the full deal lifecycle - from opening doors and pitching, through to negotiation, close, and long-term relationship management.

Key Responsibilities



New Business Development

  • Identify and secure high-value partnerships with brands and agencies

  • Build and manage a strong pipeline through proactive outreach and networking

  • Represent the business at events, meetings, and across industry channels



Partnership Strategy & Pitching

  • Develop creative, creator-led partnership concepts aligned to brand objectives

  • Build compelling proposals, pitch decks, and campaign responses

  • Translate audience insights and performance data into commercial narratives



Closing & Revenue Growth

  • Own deals end-to-end from first contact through to negotiation and close

  • Consistently deliver against revenue targets

  • Build long-term relationships to drive repeat and scalable partnerships



Commercial Operations

  • Maintain accurate pipeline tracking via CRM systems (e.g. HubSpot)

  • Continuously refine sales materials, positioning, and case studies

  • Use campaign insights to improve future deal performance

What We're Looking For

  • 5+ years' experience in business development, partnerships, or media sales

  • Background in media, agency, creator/influencer marketing, or digital partnerships

  • Proven track record of hitting and exceeding revenue targets

  • Strong understanding of brand partnerships across sport, gaming, lifestyle, or creator ecosystems

  • Existing network across brands and/or agencies is highly advantageous

  • Confident communicator with strong pitching and negotiation skills

  • Highly organised, proactive, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment

Why Join?

  • Be part of a business shaping the future of the creator economy

  • Work directly with leading creators and global brands

  • High ownership and autonomy from day one

  • Clear progression as the company scales

  • Competitive salary, uncapped commission, and equity upside

We Are Aspire Ltd are a Disability Confident Committed employer

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