About this role
The Role: Managing and establishing the solid relationship with Rights holder is the fundamental to our business. Supporting an Senior Rights & Activation Managers within Rights & Activation, this role takes on hands-on responsibility across contract administration, partner communication, rights clearance and sponsorship activation initiatives for our sports extensive multi-sport rights portfolio. Japan Rights & Activation have two verticals, domestic partners (e.g. J.League, NPB, B.League, League One Rugby) and international partners and rights holders (e.g. AFC, FIFA, FIBA, World Rugby, La Liga). Act as a day-to-day point of contact for assigned partners (leagues, clubs, rights holders and agencies). Manage contract terms and rights scope, prepare materials and meeting minutes, process rights payment transactions, and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders. Drive the execution of activation initiatives (promotions, content, fan engagement, etc.). Compile information related to distribution, scheduling and programming, and liaise with relevant internal departments. Assist with research and reporting on content performance (reporting back to rights holders), market and competitor trends.