SVP, Strategic Growth

By bringing together next-gen technology and the highest fidelity live data available, Genius Sports is enabling a new era of sports for fans worldwide, delivering experiences that are more immersive, interactive and personalized than ever before. Genius Sports (‘Genius’) is one of the world’s largest sports technology companies. Headquartered in London, Genius is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE:GENI) and has over 2,600 employees in 18 global locations. It is completely revolutionising the way fans experience sports and is determined to find new ways to leverage the power of data harnessed from its prime position powering the sports, gaming and media ecosystem. Its technology is used in over 150 countries around the world and spans streaming, live data, AdTech, broadcast, mobile and more. Genius is breaking new ground in serving up personalised video ads, alternative game broadcasts, new sports betting market types, rich player data sets and innovative fan engagement tools. Genius has been helping sports leagues and federations drive their digital transformation for many years and will continue to deliver even more thrilling and innovative products to enhance their relationships with fans. Genius is a key partner to over 400 sports organisations globally and are privileged to be the exclusive worldwide partner of both the English Premier League (EPL) and the National Football League (NFL) as well as FIBA, NCAA, NASCAR, AFA and PGA (among others). Genius is one team, being brave, driving change. We work across borders to collaboratively find smart solutions and to grow ourselves and our business. We don’t just want to change the world of sportstech and media: we aim to define it. We understand that technology is paramount but so too are relationships and service. Above all, we know that sitting at the heart of everything Genius does are great ideas but most importantly incredible people. Genius Sports is seeking an exceptional senior executive to originate, structure, and execute transformative partnerships that drive the company’s next phase of growth. This role will initially focus on building strategic relationships across AI and social platform ecosystems, areas where Genius is uniquely positioned to extend its data, technology, and distribution capabilities. Over time, the mandate will expand to identify and scale new verticals, positioning this individual at the forefront of market creation and expansion for the business. Reporting into senior leadership, this role sits at the core of Genius’ growth agenda, with end-to-end ownership of partnerships, commercial outcomes, and market entry strategies across emerging opportunity areas.

• Define and lead partnership strategy across priority verticals, with an initial focus on AI and social platforms. Establish Genius as a foundational partner within these ecosystems.
• Drive the full lifecycle of strategic partnerships, from origination through structuring, negotiation, and execution, while ensuring alignment with long-term business objectives.
• Identify and execute complex, high-value transactions that unlock new revenue streams, enhance product capabilities, and expand global distribution.
• Develop and maintain trusted, high-impact relationships with C-suite and senior decision-makers across AI leaders, social platforms, and adjacent technology companies.
• Rapidly synthesize partner needs and market dynamics, aligning Genius’ data, technology, and product suite into differentiated, commercially compelling solutions.
• Position Genius effectively within new ecosystems, tailoring messaging and value propositions to resonate with diverse, senior audiences.
• Collaborate closely with product, legal, finance, and executive stakeholders to structure scalable, commercially robust agreements.
• Continuously evaluate emerging markets and technologies, leading Genius’ entry into high-potential verticals beyond the initial focus areas.

• Proven track record of closing large, complex, strategic partnerships
• Deep, established relationships with C-suite executives across AI, social platforms, and the broader technology ecosystem
• Exceptional commercial judgment and deal structuring capability
• High intellectual agility, with the ability to quickly master new markets and technologies
• Executive presence, credibility, and influence with senior stakeholders
• Combines strategic thinking with hands on execution

This role offers an annualized salary of up to $300,000 USD, plus variable compensation, and includes eligibility for Genius Sports Group’s benefits plan. As well as a competitive salary and range of benefits, we’re committed to supporting employee wellbeing and helping you grow your skills, experience and career.