Overview

Head of Product and Partnerships (Mat Cover) – maternity contract. We are seeking an experienced and strategic individual to join our team to shape partnerships with streaming platforms while driving the success of our streaming products, including direct-to-consumer services, SVOD, and FAST channels such as Inside Crime, History Hunters and more. This is a hybrid role based in the London office.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing Commercial Relationships with Streaming Partners: Develop and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key partners; identify opportunities to enhance partnerships and drive revenue growth; serve as the main contact for SVOD partners; address partner inquiries and issues promptly; ensure alignment between partners and our strategic goals.
• Coordinating Support for External Partners with Internal Teams: Liaise with internal teams to ensure seamless support for external partners; facilitate effective communication between external partners and internal departments; proactively resolve issues to maintain strong relationships.
• Onboarding Project Management of New Digital Platforms: Lead onboarding for new digital platforms; manage timelines, deliverables, and resources; coordinate cross-functional teams for seamless integration and execution.
• Product Management: Oversee pricing updates, onboarding of new products and services, product launches, vendor management, app store submissions, metadata management, and resolution of customer service product inquiries.

Competencies

• Deciding and initiating action
• Persuading and influencing stakeholders
• Applying expertise and knowledge
• Entrepreneurial and commercial thinking

Minimum Requirements

• 5 years of experience in product management, partnership management, or a related role
• Strong understanding of digital platforms, SVOD services, and the digital media landscape
• Proven track record of managing complex projects and motivating cross-functional collaboration
• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with partners and internal teams
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Proficient in project management tools and software

Desirable Requirements

• Experience in the media or entertainment industry
• Knowledge of app store submission processes and technical requirements
• Technical understanding of metadata and related data management issues

About Us

Hearst Networks EMEA shares stories that matter, inspiring audiences with hit US franchises and original commissions. We welcome talented candidates who love what they do and are ready to learn, develop, and thrive in a collaborative environment. We are a certified Great Place to Work with offices in Rome, Madrid, London, Warsaw, Munich and Johannesburg, celebrating diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from people from under-represented backgrounds and are happy to provide adjustments or assistance for applicants where needed.

Hearst Networks EMEA Values: Curiosity, Courage, Care. We are a global broadcaster with a presence across multiple regions and platforms, delivering compelling stories that are global and local, linear and digital.