Commercial Director, Middle East, CNBC

Company Description

VERSANT is a leading force in news, sports and entertainment - home to iconic and trusted brands that inspire, inform, and delight audiences. Our unique combination of content, technology and services enriches the cultural fabric, igniting passions, sparking conversations, and connecting people to what they love most. As an independent, publicly traded company, VERSANT brings together powerhouse cable networks— including USA Network, CNBC, MS NOW (formerly MSNBC), Oxygen, E!,

SYFY, and Golf Channel— with dynamic digital and direct-to-consumer brands such as Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, Golf Now, Golf Pass, and Sports Engine. Together, these businesses reflect our commitment to delivering exceptional experiences across every screen and service. VERSANT is an industry‑changing media company fueled by innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit. With a strong foundation and a forward‑looking vision, VERSANT empowers creativity, embraces change, and drives connection in an ever‑evolving world.

You will play a critical role within our fast‑paced cross‑platform advertising sales organization, with a focus on driving digital, Linear TV and Events sponsorship revenues from clients in the Middle East. The Commercial Director will be responsible for building and leading commercial success for CNBC, in the Middle East region.

• Drive digital, Linear TV, Event sponsorship and C‑Suite Membership sales to clients based in the Middle East.
• Partner with SVP, International Sales to develop outstanding trading relationships with key senior stakeholders in the Middle East.
• Understand customer KPIs and look for opportunities to develop monetizable solutions, including customizable cross‑platform opportunities that meet client needs, and operationalize product offerings to reflect those KPIs.
• Keep abreast of the continually evolving digital and social media marketplace, customers, and competition in order to conceive and effectively execute a sales strategy that generates and informs product offerings and drives improved operations and financial results.
• Work cross‑functionally, activating key business units within Versant Media to ensure pipeline creation, revenue goal achievement and end customer success.
• Develop winning brand and media strategies for growth.
• Develop creative solutions for top corporates and government clients based on a deep understanding of their strategy and needs.
• Act as a company values and brand ambassador within the business.