Who We Are:
IMG is a leading global sports marketing agency, specializing in media rights management and sales, multi-channel content production and distribution, brand partnerships, strategic consulting, digital services, and event management. It powers growth of revenues, fanbases and IP for more than 250 federations, associations, events, and teams, including the National Football League, English Premier League, International Olympic Committee, National Hockey League, Major League Soccer, ATP and WTA Tours, the AELTC (Wimbledon), Euroleague Basketball, CONMEBOL, World Rugby, DP World Tour, and The R&A, as well as UFC, WWE, and PBR. IMG is a subsidiary of TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO), a premium sports and entertainment company.
TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO owns iconic properties including UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization; WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world’s premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 1 billion households across 210 countries and territories and organize more than 500 live events year-round, attracting more than three million fans. TKO also services and partners with major sports rights holders through IMG, an industry-leading global sports marketing agency; and On Location, a global leader in premium experiential hospitality.
Premium Sales Manager – EMEA
Location: EMEA (London)
Reports To: Director, Premium Sales – EMEA
Employment Type: Full-Time
LA28 Olympic & Paralympic Games | On Location
Who We Are
On Location is a global leader in premium experiential hospitality, offering ticketing, curated guest experiences, live event production, and travel management across sports, entertainment, fashion, and culture. As the official hospitality provider for the Olympic & Paralympic Games, On Location delivers unparalleled access for corporate clients and fans worldwide.
Position Summary
The Premium Sales Manager – EMEA is responsible for driving revenue through the sale of premium hospitality packages, ticket-inclusive experiences, and related offerings for the LA28 Olympic & Paralympic Games within defined EMEA target markets .
This role is heavily focused on closing business , leveraging a combination of inbound lead conversion and proactive outbound sales activity . The ideal candidate is a disciplined closer with international sales experience, strong commercial instincts, and the ability to manage a high-volume, high-value sales pipeline across multiple markets.
Key Responsibilities
Sales Generation & Revenue Closing
Close premium hospitality and ticket-inclusive experiences across assigned EMEA territories and target markets for LA28 Olympic Games.
Achieve and exceed individual revenue targets by converting qualified inbound leads and executing proactive outbound prospecting strategies.
Drive deals to close through effective needs discovery, solution positioning, objection handling, and negotiation.
Inbound & Outbound Sales Execution
Respond promptly to inbound inquiries from individuals, corporates, and agencies, converting demand into confirmed sales.
Execute structured outbound sales campaigns to targeted companies, accounts, and high-net-worth prospects within defined EMEA markets.
Build and maintain a strong sales pipeline, prioritizing high-probability opportunities and advancing them through the funnel.
Target Market Focus
Develop deep understanding of assigned EMEA markets, including cultural nuances, buying behaviors, and corporate hospitality dynamics.
Execute market-specific sales strategies aligned with regional revenue objectives and global premium sales priorities.
Client Relationship Management
Build trusted advisor relationships with clients throughout the sales cycle and beyond the transaction.
Deliver compelling presentations and proposals aligned to client objectives and budgets.
Ensure a seamless handoff to service and delivery teams following…