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We are Legends Global!
Legends Global is redefining excellence in sport, entertainment and live events. With unrivalled expertise and international reach, we provide end‑to‑end solutions – from venue development and event programming to revenue strategy and hospitality. We take a 360‑degree, data‑driven approach across Partnerships, Hospitality, Merchandise and Attractions, working with leading clients to deliver outstanding experiences worldwide. Our organisation is committed to fostering an inclusive, forward‑thinking environment where diversity drives innovation and collaboration. Guided by our values of Align, Scale, Connect, Team and Win, we create a culture where everyone can thrive.
About the Role
As a Senior Business Development Manager you will identify and shape new opportunities across Europe, owning early‑stage opportunity investigation, gathering intelligence, engaging with clients and third parties and positioning projects for success. You will manage initial conversations, circulate insights and elevate opportunities to the Business Development team, driving informed decision‑making and pipeline growth. Your client‑facing presence will allow you to build strong relationships, support strategic initiatives and collaborate with senior leaders to develop opportunities the business chooses to pursue.
What We Can Offer
* Access to discounted tickets for all your favorites
* 25 days annual leave and flexible working arrangements
* Life Assurance policy and health benefits (Healthshield, AXA Health Employee Assistance Programme)
* Contribution to pension scheme and % pension
* Eye care vouchers and glasses contribution
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Employee Referral Scheme
Key Responsibilities
* Identify and investigate early‑stage opportunities, gathering relevant information and assessing strategic fit.
* Engage with clients and third parties, managing initial conversations and positioning potential opportunities effectively.
* Triage and elevate opportunities to appropriate business units and senior leadership within the Business Development team.
* Support the development of selected opportunities, collaborating with senior leaders to shape proposals and drive pipeline growth.
* Maintain clear documentation and reporting, including circulating summaries and tracking progress to inform decision‑making and strategy.
We are looking for someone with
* Proven experience in business development, client relationship management or sales within a B2B or corporate environment.
* Track record of identifying, evaluating and advancing new opportunities from early‑stage investigation to strategic decision‑making.
* Strong experience in engaging senior clients and third‑party stakeholders, building credibility and influencing outcomes.
* Demonstrated ability to triage opportunities, collaborate with cross‑functional teams and support development of proposals or projects.
* Experience in research, market analysis and reporting, providing actionable insights to inform business strategy and pipeline growth.
Recruitment Process
* 1st stage – Intro call with the Talent Team
* 2nd stage – Intro call with the VP of Business Development
Inclusive Workplace
Legends Global is committed to active inclusion, diversity and equal opportunities. We welcome discussions about flexible working arrangements and provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to ensure it is considered. We will continue to review applications on a rolling basis and may close the advert before the closing date.
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