Who We Are
UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and approximately 300 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while broadcasting to over 950 million households across more than 170 countries. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 80 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC. TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO owns iconic properties including UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization; WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world’s premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 1 billion households across 210 countries and territories and organize more than 500 live events year-round, attracting more than three million fans. TKO also services and partners with major sports rights holders through IMG, an industry-leading global sports marketing agency; and On Location, a global leader in premium experiential hospitality.
The Role And What You’ll Do
The Global Partnerships Business Operations Manager supports the commercial success of TKO by building and maintaining scalable operational infrastructure that aligns teams, workflows, and execution. This role supports key Global Partnerships programs - including VIP hospitality and team programs - by translating strategy into clear processes, frameworks, and on-the-ground execution that scale with the business.
Periodic travel to events and on-site activations is required to support on-the-ground operational needs.
- Drive operational alignment across Global Partnerships by designing, implementing, and maintaining scalable workflows, documentation, and execution standards that support consistent delivery across TKO.
- Provide operational leadership and coordination to support planning efforts and complex cross-functional initiatives across Global Partnerships.
- Support relationships with TKO media rights holders by ensuring alignment, clear communication, and fulfillment of obligations.
- Support the development and execution of TKO’s VIP hospitality programs, including planning, coordination, and on-site execution of partner and prospect hosting initiatives.
- Own select elements of the TKO Global Partnerships intern program, including coordination of intern placement across teams, interview logistics, onboarding support, and program operations.
- Own and optimize core partnership operations, including intake processes, tracking mechanisms, issue escalation, and cross-team communication to improve efficiency and visibility.
- Provide direct leadership and day-to-day management of an Operations Coordinator and supporting resources, setting clear priorities, expectations, and accountability.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, best practices, and emerging tools that can enhance partnership operations and execution.
- Travel to select events to provide on-site operational support and fulfillment.
- Support special projects and high-priority initiatives that strengthen the operational foundation of Global Partnerships.
You Have These
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
- Minimum 3+ years of relevant professional experience, preferably within sports, media, entertainment, or a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
- Experience supporting operational planning, coordination, and execution across complex programs or initiatives.
- Demonstrated ability to translate strategy into clear processes and execution plans.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and shifting priorities.
- Experience working cross-functionally and communicating effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Prior experience managing or mentoring junior team members.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.
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