VP Commercial, Hayu, EMEA Networks & DTC at NBCUniversal

London, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Jan, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Commercial Distribution, Partnership Management, Business Development, Negotiation, Streaming Distribution, OTT Landscape, Technical Fluency, Leadership, Stakeholder Management, Analytical Skills, Financial Acumen, Media Organization, Entertainment Industry, Project Management, Team Development

Industry

Entertainment Providers

Description

Company Description NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information. Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world. Job Description NBCUniversal is seeking an experienced and strategic Vice President of Commercial to lead carriage and distribution negotiations across EMEA and Canada for our direct-to-consumer products and our portfolio of channels. This role will oversee a high-performing team responsible for securing, structuring, and implementing commercial partnerships with key platform operators and distribution partners across the region. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in complex commercial negotiations, a deep understanding of streaming and app-based distribution models, and the ability to bridge commercial and technical conversations to ensure seamless implementation of partnership agreements. Key Responsibilities: Drive growth for NBCUniversal’s DTC products, particularly Hayu in 45 markets, through strategic partnerships with global and regional platform operators. Lead, manage and execute carriage and renewal negotiations for NBCUniversal’s linear channels and direct-to-consumer services across EMEA. Develop and execute commercial strategies that maximize revenue, audience reach, and platform visibility across traditional and digital distribution channels. Collaborate closely with technical, product, and operations teams to ensure the commercial and technical requirements of deals are fully aligned and successfully executed. Oversee the commercial aspects of deal implementation, ensuring seamless launch and ongoing delivery across platforms. Build and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders at major operators, platforms, and distributors. Lead, motivate, and develop a team of commercial professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture. Partner with finance, legal, and strategy teams to evaluate business cases, structure deals, and ensure compliance with corporate policies. Monitor global media market trends, emerging technologies, and competitor activity to inform NBCUniversal’s commercial strategy and identify new growth opportunities. Act as a thought leader within the organization, influencing internal stakeholders and advocating for innovative distribution approaches to maximize reach and engagement Represent NBCUniversal at external meetings, industry events and partner engagements, reinforcing the company’s position as a leader in media distribution. Qualifications Basic Requirements: Extensive experience in commercial distribution, partnership management, or business development within media, entertainment, or technology sectors. Proven success negotiating and closing complex carriage and/or streaming distribution deals across multiple territories. Strong understanding of the global DTC and OTT landscape, including app-based distribution models, subscription mechanics, and platform integrations. Technical fluency to bridge commercial and operational discussions, comfortable engaging with product and technology teams on implementation details. Exceptional leadership skills with experience managing, mentoring, and motivating teams. Excellent stakeholder management, influencing, and communication skills. Strategic thinker with strong analytical and financial acumen. Experience working within a large, matrixed global media organization preferred. Passion for the entertainment industry and a strong understanding of NBCUniversal’s content and distribution ecosystem. Highly organized and detail-oriented, capable of managing multiple projects and stakeholders while maintaining a focus on business priorities and execution excellence. Additional Information As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected]. Business Segment: International Networks & DTC

Responsibilities

The Vice President of Commercial will lead carriage and distribution negotiations for direct-to-consumer products and channels across EMEA and Canada. This role involves driving growth through strategic partnerships and overseeing a team responsible for implementing commercial agreements.