Manager, Business Development

The YES Network, the #1 Regional Sports Network in the country, seeks a Manager, Business Development to join its team based in NYC. Reporting directly to the VP, Strategy & Business Development, as Manager, Business Development, you will play an integral role in defining the future of the YES Network App, as we explore digital / streaming innovation and new revenue streams. You will support leaders across functions such as Digital, Marketing, Finance, and Advertising Sales to help identify potential growth opportunities. If you enjoy working in energetic, dynamic, and fast-paced environment, this is your opportunity to join the YES Network team.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Partner with Digital leadership team to define the YES App strategy and prioritized roadmap, providing analytical insights and defining success metrics and KPIs
• Responsible for coordinating with internal (finance / digital / ad sales) and external (vendors / developers) stakeholders on executing app roadmap
• Assist with preparation of annual budget, forecasts, and monthly outlooks for the YES App P&L (revenues and expenses)
• Foster internal innovation with a focus on the development of monetizable assets across digital and broadcast platforms (i.e., content, free-to-play gaming, sports betting, etc.)
• Work with strategic and financial investors on large-scale business development trends impacting YES and the Sports Media industry (sports betting, cord-cutting/Direct-to-Consumer, etc.)
• Support the YES Network’s senior leadership team across departments in framing existing strategic challenges and structuring new projects and analyses to drive corresponding solutions
• Special projects as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

• 2-4 years' experience in, business development, consulting, strategy, product management and/or finance
• BS/BA
• Track record of work and/or academic experience with strategic analysis
• Passion for the business of sports, future of media, intersection of entertainment and technology
• Broad business acumen and proven influencing and collaboration skills
• Experience developing effective working relationships in a cross-functional environment
• Excellent project management and leadership skills
• Self-starter with ability to solve complex problems in an ambiguous environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are necessary

The YES Network, the number one regional sports network in the nation, is the exclusive regional television home of the 27-time World Champion New York Yankees, the Brooklyn Nets, New York City FC and the New York Liberty. YES, which has earned 118 Emmy Awards since its 2002 launch, also televises Emmy Award-winning original biography, interview and magazine programs, in addition to Manchester City soccer and college sports. It has been the most-watched regional sports network in the country for 15 of the past 17 years and has made the list of Forbes’ top 10 most valuable sports business brands in the world for nine straight years.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

COVID-19 considerations:
YES Network requires employees be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment, subject to exception under applicable law.

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Business development: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: One location