Director, Brand Consulting

About the job

Red Tiger Marketing is a specialist organisation dedicated to driving sustainable value growth for sports teams, leagues, and related industries. We adopt a performance-based approach both on and off the pitch, leveraging data, research, and technology to develop and implement growth strategies that provide our clients with a competitive edge.

As we continue to expand rapidly, we are seeking a Director, Brand Consulting to lead our brand strategy offering. This is a leadership role for someone who combines strategic excellence with commercial acumen, and who thrives in fast-paced, client-facing environments. You’ll shape brand narratives, guide sponsorship strategy, and drive new business opportunities.

If you thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and have a passion for sport, we want to hear from you.

Key responsibilities

Value Proposition Development & Leadership

• Lead Red Tiger’s brand consulting proposition, shaping the vision and building the in-house capability
• Develop a brand-centric consulting service offering which draws on Red Tiger’s extensive expertise in creating world-class sponsorships
• Combine creative and strategic thinking with a data-driven approach to create partnerships which deliver quantifiable ROO/ROI for our brand clients
• Effectively model and benchmark outcomes of multiple potential sponsorship investments, allowing effective comparative analysis

Client Engagement & Project Delivery

• Effectively define and articulate Red Tiger’s brand consulting proposition and process
• Lead client engagement across the brand consulting process, from initial pitch, through to rights holder negotiation
• Present strategic recommendations to senior stakeholders with clarity and confidence
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality output

Business Development & Thought Leadership

• Build a productive pipeline of brand clients, drawing from the existing connectivity of the Red Tiger network and proactively creating new leads
• Develop case studies and thought leadership content to elevate Red Tiger’s reputation in brand consulting
• Stay ahead of industry trends, particularly in sport, entertainment, and sponsorship

Requirements

• 8+ years of brand or agency-side experience
• Proven track record of delivering brand and sponsorship strategies that drive commercial results.
• Strong business development experience, with existing relationships in sport a plus.
• Highly analytical mindset with the ability to extract insights from data and translate them into strategic recommendations.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with a talent for storytelling and simplifying complexity.
• Experience managing cross-functional teams and collaborating with creative, data, and insight partners.
• Knowledge of financial concepts including ROI analysis, pricing strategies, and budgeting.

Benefits

• A Competitive Salary DOE: We offer a salary that reflects your experience and expertise, ensuring you are rewarded for your skills and contributions to the company.
• An Industry-Leading Bonus and Commission Structure: Our bonus structure is designed to reward high performance and drive, providing you with the opportunity to significantly increase your earnings based on your success.
• 25 Days Holiday Plus Extras: Enjoy a generous holiday allowance to ensure you have a healthy work-life balance and ample time to recharge, including Bank Holidays and closure over Christmas.