Operations Manager, Licensing

IMG Licensing is the global leader in brand licensing, managing licensing programs for the world’s best-known brands and trademarks. With over 25 offices worldwide, IMG Licensing provides a unique one-stop-solution for innovative brand growth across a diverse portfolio of clients from business, entertainment, fashion, food, gaming and sports. IMG Licensing is part of WME Group, a global network of businesses that represent the world’s leading talent, intellectual property, and brands. From strategy to business development to ongoing program management, professional back-office administration and industry-leading systems, IMG Licensing provides a full-service solution across all parts of the brand licensing journey.

The Role

IMG Licensing is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Operations Manager to support reporting, systems, contract administration, and cross-functional coordination across a dynamic portfolio of licensing programs. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong operator who enjoys working at the intersection of business operations, finance, systems, and client support in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

What you’ll do:

• Prepare and maintain business, pipeline, and performance reporting for internal stakeholders and clients.

• Manage deal tracking and contract-related administration, including documentation collection, system updates, and coordination with legal, operations, and business development teams.

• Maintain accurate client, deal, and royalty reporting data across internal systems and document repositories.

• Coordinate with licensees and internal teams on approvals, reporting requirements, legal documentation, and operational follow-up.

• Support process improvement initiatives and partner with operations leadership and IT teams to enhance workflows and reporting tools.

What we’re looking for:

• 5+ years of experience in licensing operations, business operations, contract administration, financial reporting support, or a similar role.

• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, linked workbooks, charts, and data analysis.

• Experience with CRM, contract management, royalty reporting, or similar enterprise systems.

• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills with exceptional attention to detail.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, operations, marketing, or a related field preferred.

This role is well suited to a proactive, dependable professional who can balance detailed execution with strong operational judgment and a service-oriented mindset.

Per local requirements and in the interest of transparency, the rate shown below reflects the prevalent current hiring range for this position. Hiring pay rates are based on a number of factors, including location and may vary depending on job-related qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. The company strives to provide locally competitive rewards packages, which include base rate along with, as applicable, short- and long-term incentives, growth and developmental opportunities, and robust benefits, such as health care, retirement, vacation and other paid time off, and additional offerings.

Hiring Rate Minimum:

$75,000 annually (minimum will not fall below the applicable state/local minimum salary thresholds)

Hiring Rate Maximum:

$100,000 annuallyIMG Licensing is an equal opportunity employer that encourages applications from qualified, eligible candidates from all backgrounds and life experiences regardless of race, gender identity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.