Weve got the brands, weve got the stars, weve got the power to achieve our mission to entertain the planet now all were missing is YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter both for our audiences and our employees and aim to leave a positive mark on culture. Paramount Consumer Products & Experiences oversees all licensing, merchandising, and live events for Paramount. Committed to creating the highest quality product for some of the world's most beloved, iconic franchises - think Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Paw Patrol, Nickelodeon, Top Gun, Star Trek, South Park, SpongeBob and many more! We now have a rare opportunity for an experienced product Licensing professional to join our Consumer Products team based in Sydney. This is a permanent full-time role available now. **What is the role?** The Softlines Licensing Manager is responsible for driving revenue growth and safeguarding brand integrity by developing and executing licensing strategies for our well-loved and diverse brand portfolio. The role oversees licensee partnerships, identifies new business opportunities, and ensures our brands achieve maximum impact across multiple categories. **What are some of the key responsibilities?** + Supporting the day-to-day co-ordination of Softlines licensing programs to enhance brand visibility and drive revenue growth, working with the Director of ANZ to meet long-term growth plans + Lead all aspects of licensees and partner relationships, ensuring adherence to brand standards and contractual requirements. + Negotiate licensing agreements and renewals in collaboration with legal and finance teams. + Analyze market trends, consumer insights, and competitor activities to identify and capitalize on growth opportunities. + Collaborate with regional and global teams to ensure strategic alignment and facilitate the exchange of best practices. + Monitor and report on competitive activity, including performance metrics, forecasts, and market analysis.



+ Support marketing and retail activation initiatives to strengthen brand visibility + Collaborate with internal teams to improve franchise support and ensure licensees actively participate in key themes and promotional events. + Lead annual business reviews and quarterly revenue forecasting by collecting and analyzing budget and sales data from licensees and developing actionable response plans. + Identify, develop and implement new business initiatives + Oversee the day-to-day relationships with key buyers and retailers in the Australian market + Prepare commercial presentations, meeting materials, reports and sales analysis. **What are we looking for in a Softlines Licensing Manager? Whats important?** + Demonstrated experience in negotiating and structuring licensing deals, ideally from a similar consumer category + Comprehensive knowledge of the industry, and established retail relationships in the ANZ market + Solid financial acumen with the ability to synthesize and assess data + Exemplary sales, negotiation, and communication skills + People-oriented and able to lead or contribute to diverse teams + Demonstrated ability to navigate successfully in a fast-paced, agile organization, along with significant influence/negotiation skills with senior-level executives + Creative and entrepreneurial approach to business partnerships + Ability to think strategically with a flair for negotiation, with a familiarity with the Australian retail and e-commerce landscape + Highly organized, collaborative self-starter with the ability to work under pressure, set priorities, handle multiple projects, and meet tight deadlines If this sounds like the right next-step for your career, we can offer you a rewarding role within a tight-knit team and a fun organisational culture. After all,



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📌 Licensing Manager, Softlines (Pyrmont)
🏢 Paramount
📍 Pyrmont