Business Development Manager – Sports Data

By bringing together next-gen technology and the finest live data available Genius Sports is enabling a new era of sports for fans worldwide delivering experiences that are more immersive interactive and personalized than ever before. Learn more at geniussports.com  
The Role -  Business Development Manager – Sports Data

We’re looking for a revenue-focused Business Development Manager to drive new commercial opportunities across sports data technology media and adjacent industries.

This is a high-impact sales role for someone who thrives on closing deals hitting ambitious targets and building meaningful partnerships. You’ll be responsible for identifying new prospects understanding their business challenges and matching Genius Sports’ products and services to deliver real value.

The ideal candidate is driven creative and tactfully aggressive (in the best sales sense). This is someone who can open doors think commercially and close six-figure deals. You’ll be comfortable working independently while also collaborating closely with internal teams to deliver winning solutions. While you don’t need a technical background you must be able to quickly understand our products at a high level and communicate their value confidently to senior decision-makers.

This role requires you to immerse yourself in the technology media and sports ecosystem stay on top of market developments and represent Genius Sports with energy and credibility at conferences meetings and industry events nationwide.

If you’re passionate about sales love sports and want to be part of something bigger than yourself this role is for you.

• Proven success in B2B consultative sales with a strong track record of consistently hitting or exceeding challenging revenue targets
• Experience closing six-figure (or higher) deals in a related industry such as sports technology software data or media
• Demonstrated success selling bespoke solutions or complex products rather than off-the-shelf offerings
• A driven high-energy and results-oriented mindset. You’re competitive resilient and motivated by winning
• Strong commercial creativity and deal-making skills with the ability to structure and close complex partnerships
• Excellent communication and presentation skills including confidence engaging with and presenting to C-suite executives
• Solid numerical analytical and organizational skills with strong attention to detail
• A collaborative team player who enjoys working with like-minded sports-obsessed colleagues
• A genuine interest in sports and a desire to be part of a fast-growing mission-driven company
• Willingness and ability to travel nationwide attend conferences and events and meet customers face-to-face to close deals

The salary for this role is based on an annualized salary range of $90000 - $120000 USD with additional eligibility to take part in our variable commission scheme. This role will also be eligible to take part in Genius Sports Group's benefits plan.

We enjoy an ‘office-first’ culture and maximize opportunities to collaborate connect and learn together. Our hybrid working models differ depending on your role and location. Occasional travel may be required.

As well as a competitive salary and range of benefits we’re committed to supporting employee wellbeing and helping you grow your skills experience and career. Learn more about how rewarding life at Genius can be at Reward | Genius Sports.

One team being brave driving change 

We strive to create an inclusive working environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging and the ability to make a difference. Learn more about our values and culture at Culture | Genius Sports.

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What We Do

Genius Sports is the layer between what happens on the field and how the world engages with it. Our solutions across the global sports ecosystem are underpinned by our next generation big data and artificial intelligence platform GeniusIQ. By ingesting and computing multiple real-time data feeds GeniusIQ powers a wide range of functions and applications across sports performance and officiation fan engagement advertising and sports betting. Founded in 2001 Genius Sports is now one of the world’s largest sports technology companies working with the likes of the NFL NBA EPL FIBA ESPN Sky Sports Flutter DraftKings and 100s more. We're headquartered in New York and London with offices in Los Angeles Medellin Tallinn Sofia Singapore Lausanne Manchester and Melbourne.

Why Work With Us

We are one team being brave driving change. Our company values help create a cohesive culture where we think feel and act like One Genius. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging and the ability to make a difference driving our vision to be everywhere in sports redefining experiences through technology.

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