Kings League has become a global phenomenon that has revolutionized and elevated sport and entertainment to a new dimension. A new 7-a-side football league with teams chaired by the world’s best streamers and content creators, with revolutionary rules aimed at uniting the best of football and e-sports.

The Commercial

Director will own and drive the company’s commercial strategy across the Italian market, leading sales, business development, and key account management functions. This role is responsible for revenue growth, market expansion, and managing a high-performing commercial team, while ensuring full alignment with local regulatory, cultural, and business practices in Italy. Define and execute the commercial strategy for Italy while developing high-value commercial proposals focused on performance and ROI.

Lead the commercial team in pre/post sales phases. Represent the company as the senior commercial leader in the Italian market, including with key clients, partners, and industry bodies. Serve as a member of the local/regional leadership team, contributing to broader business strategy.

Identify and develop new business opportunities, partnerships, and market segments. Lead negotiations for major contracts, key accounts, and strategic partnerships. Monitor competitor activity and market trends to inform pricing, positioning, and go-to-market strategy.

Negotiate complex contracts (rights, exclusivity,



activations, durations, pricing, cash flow). Provide coaching and mentorship to sales managers and account executives. Build and maintain relationships with key clients, distributors, and strategic partners in Italy.

Collaborate closely with Marketing, Product, Finance, and Operations teams (locally and at HQ/regional level) to ensure commercial execution. Provide regular reporting on sales performance, pipeline, and forecasts to senior leadership. 10+ years of experience in sports sponsorship sales or high-value commercial partnerships. ~ Proven track record of successfully closing high-value sponsorship and commercial partnership deals. ~ Build strong commercial strategy and leading the execution. ~ Experience in a sponsorship agency, sports property, media platforms or brand with strong commercial exposure. ~ Excellent negotiation and commercial storytelling skills. ~ Fluent in Italian and English.

At Kings

League we strongly believe in building an inclusive and diverse work environment, where everyone can develop their full potential. We are committed to the integration of people with disabilitites and different capabilities, and fostering a team where everyone has the opportunity to contribute and grow. we value the richness that diversity brings and look forward to welcoming your talent and experience.

📌 Commercial and Sales Manager (Milano)
🏢 Kings League
📍 Milano