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Vice President, IT Business Partner
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Please apply directly through the Endeavor Career site for this opportunity here!
Who We Are:
Endeavor is a global sports and entertainment company, home to the world's most dynamic and engaging storytellers, brands, live events and experiences. The company is comprised of industry leaders including entertainment agency WME; sports, fashion, events and media company IMG; and premier mixed martial arts organization UFC. The Endeavor network specializes in talent representation, sports operations & advisory, event & experiences management, media production & distribution, experiential marketing and brand licensing.
Our technology organization is transforming how we work at Endeavor. We align with our business units to deliver shared services and innovative solutions that:
• Address specific business challenges, integrate processes and systems, and create incredible experiences.
• Connect our work to shared goals that propel Endeavor forward in the Digital Age.
• Advance the way we work by leveraging disruptive technologies.
We are seeking a forward-thinking technology leader who can drive our focus areas, such as building more robust foundational technology capabilities, standardizing processes & systems, and digital acceleration.
Position Summary:
Reporting directly to the Chief Information Officer and the TKO executive leadership team, the VP of TKO IT plays a crucial and prominent role within our organization's IT leadership team. This highly visible position will spearhead strategy development, road mapping, and digital transformation initiatives for the TKO business.
The TKO Business Partner (BP) position demands a unique blend of technical expertise and business acumen to manage the relationship between our business units and IT effectively. Collaborating closely with business stakeholders and users within in the Production, Live Events, Talent, Creative, and Digital Organizations, the BP anticipates evolving business needs and ensures a strong alignment between IT and business objectives. Working alongside the CIO and the IT leadership team, the BP skillfully translates business needs into tangible technology demands and may oversee project management activities. A comprehensive understanding of core business processes and systems is essential for this role. Additionally, the BP must stay abreast of technological advancements and advocate for effective end-user change management.
Our ideal candidate will exhibit exceptional leadership, transformation, and technical skills, enabling them to successfully navigate a fast-paced and complex organization.
Key Responsibilities:
• Foster robust relationships with key stakeholders, serving as the primary IT executive liaison bridging IT and the TKO business unit, while emphasizing alignment throughout the business teams and Endeavor as a whole.
• Assume responsibility for the TKO IT operating plan, ensuring its alignment with organizational objectives and the efficient utilization of technology resources. This role encompasses strategic planning, budget management, project supervision, risk mitigation, and continuous communication with stakeholders
• Exemplify strong leadership for a matrix organizational structure, fostering collaboration, synergy, and effective decision-making across teams and functions
• Compile and prioritize IT demand and deliver technology solutions supporting daily operations, long-term business strategy, and digital transformation.
• Conduct comprehensive analysis of business processes and workflows to determine areas for improvement and optimization through technology
• Propose innovative technology solutions that align with business objectives, amplify operational efficiency, and enhance the company's competitive edge.
• Partner with the business to develop feasibility studies, cost-benefit analysis, and ROI evaluations for proposed IT programs and projects.
• Partner closely with Infrastructure, Service Delivery