Senior Manager, Broadcast & Sports Media (Partner, Executive Search)
We’re a global executive search firm working at the sharp edge of sport, media and technology. From stadium tech to streaming platforms, elite clubs to broadcast giants, we help ambitious companies hire the people who make a tangible difference.
Our reputation is built on trust, pace, and results.
The Opportunity
We’re looking for a Partner to lead the continued growth of our Broadcast & Sports Media practice globally.
This is a senior, client-facing role for someone who can open doors, win retained mandates, and deliver high-impact leadership hires across sport and media technology. You’ll be the go-to advisor for clients, shaping how world-class companies build world-class teams.
It’s 70% business development, 30% search delivery — but 100% about driving growth and making things happen.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Lead Business Development: Identify and secure new retained search projects across broadcast, media rights, OTT, sports media and production.
* Build Trusted Relationships: Partner with founders, C-level execs, and talent leaders as a strategic advisor on leadership hiring.
* Deliver World-Class Search: Support and oversee key searches, from brief to shortlist to close, working with our delivery team.
* Shape Our Market Presence: Represent ICP at industry events and contribute to brand positioning across key sectors.
* Drive Commercial Growth: Spot opportunities to grow accounts, expand scope, and increase ICP’s influence in global sport and media.
What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience in recruitment, executive search or consultative sales, ideally within broadcast, media or sport.
* A strong record of winning business and leading client relationships.
* Knowledge of or strong interest in the global broadcast and sports media ecosystem.
* Sharp commercial instincts and a proactive, entrepreneurial mindset.
* Natural communicator, confident in boardrooms, pitches, and long-term partnerships.
* Someone who thrives in a values-led, high-performance environment.
Why Join ICP Search
* Global Platform: Work with iconic brands, broadcasters, rights holders and tech companies shaping the future of media and sport.
* Real Autonomy: You’ll lead your practice area with the backing of a strong brand and delivery infrastructure.
* Career Progression: Clear path to equity, personal brand-building, and global recognition.
* Strong Culture: No egos. Just a team of good people, doing great work, helping each other succeed.
* International Growth: We are expanding internationally next year, this will create a number of opportunities company wide.
Location: Brighton & Hove HQ / Hybrid / Remote
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