Director of Business Development Global Leisure & Fitness Business
Director of Business Development Global Leisure & Fitness Business
Salary: £80,000 – £90,000 + bonus
Location: Flexible / London based
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A fast-scaling global leisure and fitness business at the intersection of live experiences, sport and entertainment is seeking a commercially driven Director of Business Development to lead growth and international expansion. This is a senior leadership opportunity to shape commercial strategy, secure high-value partnerships and drive revenue across multiple global markets.
The Director of Business Development role
As Director of Business Development, you will define and execute the commercial vision for the brand. You will identify growth opportunities, secure strategic partnerships and build scalable models that support rapid international expansion. Working closely with senior leadership, you will lead revenue strategy, market entry planning and overall commercial performance.
Key Responsibilities
Drive commercial growth across partnerships, sponsorships, licensing and eventsDevelop revenue models and business cases to support international expansionSecure high-value partnerships across leisure, fitness, sport and consumer brandsLead market entry strategy including licensing and city partnershipsShape pricing, packaging and commercial propositionsOwn financial performance including forecasting, margin and P&L oversightCollaborate cross-functionally to deliver aligned, profitable growthAbout You
Proven background in business development or commercial leadershipExperience within leisure, fitness, sport, entertainment or live eventsStrong commercial modelling and financial acumenSkilled negotiator with experience securing high-value partnershipsStrategic thinker with hands-on delivery capabilityConfident engaging senior stakeholders and external partnersEnergetic and motivated to scale a global brandInterested?
Drop Stuart Hills a line or call 0207 790 2666 for a confidential discussion.