Head of License Job in Dorset

Dovetail Recruitment are working closely with a long standing FMCG client who are recruiting for a new Head of License to join the team.

The role will be to manage the Licensed & Celebrity business, across four business units, with end to end management of licensees, ensuring they have the right license portfolio, spotting trends in the market so they stay ahead of the game.

What they offer:

• Competitive salary with annual salary reviews
• Structured bonuses (based on company & individual performance)
• Work flexibly: work where it works for you
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme
• 25 days holiday per annum, increasing to 27 days after 3 years’ service and 30 days after 5 years’ service
• Learning and development and progression opportunities
• Product innovation, with ideas being welcomed.
• Social events run by our inhouse Social Team

Duties & Responsibilities of the Head of Licence:

• Manage all aspects of contracts: including royalties, terms, relationships, payments, renewals.
• Manage license portfolio existing and new.
• New licensing on boarding
• Manage commercial viability when on boarding new licenses.
• Attending all industry lead license trade shows
• Present trends and opportunities across all categories.
• Produce sales presentations on new and existing licenses. (from brand decks)
• Understanding the competition.
• Regular trade & in store visits.
• Cross functional collaboration across all departments

Minimum Requirements:

• Min 5 years in the licensing industry

• Able to negotiate strong contracts
• Experience within the FMCG industry

This Head of License position would suit candidates with a strong FMCG product background who have a good understanding of licensed products.

If you are interested in this Head of License role, please click on ‘Apply Now’, or call and ask to speak to Laura. She has been working with the client for many years and will be able to give you much more information.