WHO WE ARE:

Founded by Josh Harris and David Blitzer, Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment (HBSE) includes in its portfolio the Philadelphia 76ers, the New Jersey Devils, leading venue Prudential Center in Newark, N.J., the Delaware Blue Coats, and the Utica Comets. Led by some of the best and brightest minds across a diverse spectrum of industries, HBSE positions itself as one of the most pioneering, innovative global sports and entertainment businesses to date. HBSE also strives to positively impact the local communities in which it operates through the powerful platform of sports.

HBSE offers an energetic work environment built on collaboration, growth, and a quest to excel in everything we do. Prudential Center in downtown Newark, N.J. hosts more than 175 concerts, family shows and special events annually and is the fourth-ranked sports and entertainment venue in the U.S. by Pollstar and Billboard. It is home to the New Jersey Devils, a renowned NHL franchise with three Stanley Cup championships and a proud, passionate fan base.

The Philadelphia 76ers organization is one of the most storied franchises in American sports, led by some of the best and brightest minds across a diverse spectrum of industries, HBSE positions itself as one of the most pioneering, innovative global sports and entertainment businesses to date. The 76ers have attracted the industry’s top leadership talent from the NBA, NFL, NHL, MLB, MLS, UFC and NCAA, resulting in one of the most exciting, rewarding, and dynamic work environments within the sports industry. The 76ers offer a best-in-class workplace culture built on collaboration, growth, and a quest to excel in everything we do.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY:

At HBSE, we engage, represent and reflect diverse voices of employees, players fans and communities. We are dedicated to hiring the best talent that is reflective of where we live, work and play – across all groups and levels; supporting and developing every employee to reach their potential; and creating an inclusive environment that allows team members to bring their true authentic selves to work.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Director of Corporate Partnerships is responsible for generating new sponsorships for the New Jersey Devils and other select HBSE properties. The Director will partner and work closely with key individuals internally and externally regarding new business partnerships for HBSE. The Director will work closely with various teams throughout the organization, including the Solutions and Marketing Partnerships team.

The candidate selected into this role will have a consistent track record as a new revenue generator as well as consistently securing six and seven-figure investments. The Director should already have an established reputation and track record of success gained with a combination of major brands, teams, and agencies.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the below:

Premier solution selling pedigree, developing customized and targeted sales and marketing plans, proposals and presentations in furtherance of HBSE’s strategies for optimizing revenue and profitability through enhanced corporate sponsorships and other relationships.
Ability to harmonize the efforts of individuals and teams from multiple business units to accomplish the goals of the company.
Ability to develop and deliver new tools, models and critical metrics (including research and data tools) to focus, drive and supervise commercial activities.
Strong leadership, commercial, interpersonal, project management and analytical skills.
High energy, excellent communicator, engaging, high-reaching, and has a roll-up-sleeves mentality.

QUALIFICATIONS:

6+ years of new revenue generation experience in consumer facing commercial environments.
Expertise in developing and implementing event-based commercial and revenue strategies.
A track record of driving revenue growth for major events (e.g. entertainment or sports events).
Known throughout the industry for their poise and professionalism when interacting with internal and external contacts.

OUR BENEFITS:

Medical/Dental/Vision/Flexible Spending Accounts (all LGBT friendly)
Pretax Transportation Benefit
Generous parental leave policies
401K (100% up to 5% is matched, after 1 year of service)
Unlimited Paid Time Off
13 Paid Holidays
½ Day Summer Fridays
Complimentary or Discounted Sports & Concert Tickets
On Site Fitness Rooms
Other League & Partner Discounts

Director, Corporate Partnerships