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About us -
World Rugby is the world governing and law-making body for the sport of Rugby Union. In addition to its governance functions, World Rugby organises a number of major international tournaments and events, such as the Rugby World Cups (women's and men's), the annual Rugby Sevens Series and the developmental Women's WV international tournament.
Overview -
World Rugby are seeking to appoint a detail-oriented Brand and Rights Approvals Executive, reporting into the Brand and Rights Approvals Manager, to co-ordinate the global usage of World Rugby’s IP around all its tournaments; ensuring consistency, compliance, and alignment with brand guidelines and commercial and non-commercial contractual rights. This role is essential in safeguarding the integrity of our brand and the rights of our key stakeholders across all internal and external channels. You will play a pivotal role in shaping how our brand is perceived globally.
Principle Accountabilities -
Management of World Rugby Brand Approvals
* Review and approve branded content, including marketing materials, digital assets, products, and advertisements, to ensure alignment with brand guidelines.
* Processing approvals from all World Rugby commercial and non-commercial stakeholders; sponsors, organising committees, host cities, tourism, government, rugby unions etc. (previous tournaments have generated upwards of 16,000 approval submissions)
* Work closely with internal teams with the World Rugby’s partnerships, marketing, legal and operations teams to guide and facilitate the brand approval process.
Managing all use of World Rugby IP
* Working with all World Rugby official stakeholders on their use of the World Rugby’s IP. Advising on what is and isn’t possible and being able to clearly express the reasons why.
* Manage the consistent implementation of World Rugby brands across all consumer touch points.
* Working closely with licensing department to manage the approval, archiving and distribution of all official licensed product and team kit samples.
Management of Online Brand and Approvals Portal
* Update portal content when new elements are made available to stakeholders.
* Maintain a repository of assets for easy access and reference by stakeholders.
* Managing stakeholder access and permissions.
Skills & Experience -
* Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field.
* Experience in brand management, marketing, or a related role, preferably in a fast-paced corporate or agency environment.
* Experience of managing external stakeholder relationships.
* Experience of navigating complex stakeholder groups and collaborating cross-functionally, seeking out opportunities and solutions.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion -
World Rugby is committed to building a diverse workforce and therefore strongly encourages applications from underrepresented groups. We are committed to equality and inclusion and welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of their background. We strive to be a diverse and inclusive workplace, which reflects the global sport we want to be and where everyone can be themselves and feel they belong.
If you would like to learn more, please apply now!
Important information: Please note that the recruitment process for this position is being managed by JLB Search led by Hannah Cashell. By applying, you consent to sharing your information with JLB.
Seniority level
* Associate
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Design, Art/Creative, and Production
* Spectator Sports, Sports Teams and Clubs, and Performing Arts and Spectator Sports
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