Key Account Director - Sports Finance

About Ebury

Ebury is a global fintech firm dedicated to empowering businesses to expand internationally through tailored and forward-thinking financial solutions. Since our founding in 2009, we’ve grown to a diverse team of over 1,700 professionals across 40+ offices and 29+ markets worldwide. Joining Ebury means becoming part of a collaborative and innovative environment where your contributions are valued. You’ll play a key role in shaping the future of cross-border finance, while advancing your own career in a dynamic, high-growth industry.

This Key Account Director - Sports Finance role can be based out of any of Ebury's European hubs and will require 5 days a week in the office.

About Ebury Sports Finance

Ebury Sports Finance is a specialised business unit within Ebury. It focuses on providing tailored financial services to the professional sports industry, including clubs, agents, and athletes who deal with complex international transactions. We are the strategic treasury partner for the world’s most elite sports entities.

The Opportunity

At Ebury Sports Finance, we don’t just move money; we fuel the global sports ecosystem. From players transfers to international media rights and M&A in sports, we provide the specialized treasury tools that keep the industry moving.

We are looking for a Key Account Director - Sports Finance to lead our charge in expanding our footprint. This isn’t a role for a spectator. We need a commercially driven business developer who is able to deploy our sophisticated toolkit of FX, accounts, hedging, and specialized lending solutions designed specifically for the high-volatility world of sports.

What You’ll Do

As a Key Account Director - Sports Finance, you will be the face of Ebury in the sports world. You will be responsible for:

• Business Development: Hunting and securing new clients in the sports ecosystem, from clubs, associations, agencies and athletes.
• Strategic Networking: Leveraging your existing C-level network to open doors and position Ebury as the premier financial partner in sports.
• Product Advocacy: Utilizing our tailored sports products to solve the treasury challenges of our clients.
• Consultative Selling: Navigating the specific financial cycles of sports and understanding seasonal cash flow, transfer windows, and the intricacies of sports treasury.

What You’ll Need

• Industry Network: You bring a deep network within the sports ecosystem. We are specifically looking for a professional with established relationships at the C-Suite, Ownership, or Board level within major clubs, governing bodies, or agencies.
• Commercial Track Record: You have extensive experience in high-value, B2B commercial sales roles within the sports ecosystem. You are a "hunter" by nature, with a proven ability to manage long sales cycles and close complex deals.
• Financial & Treasury Acumen: While you don't need to be an accountant, you must have a feel for finance. You understand the mechanics of sports treasury.
• Communicative skills: You are as comfortable presenting in a boardroom as you are networking at a stadium. You can translate technical financial instruments into clear, strategic advantages for non-finance stakeholders.
• Sector Passion: You have a sophisticated understanding of the sports business landscape, including the regulatory and financial nuances of transfer windows, FFP/PSR, and international commercial rights.

Why Ebury Sports Finance?

• Industry-Leading Fintech: A platform specifically engineered for the unique demands of global sports.
• High Autonomy: We trust our experts. You’ll have the freedom to execute your strategy.
• Global Reach: Work within a truly international fintech that is redefining global trade and finance.
• Competitive Package: A salary and commission structure that rewards high-performers.

About Us

Ebury is a FinTech success story, positioned among the fastest-growing international companies in its sector.

Founded in 2009, we are headquartered in London and have more than 1700 staff with a presence in more than 29 markets worldwide. Cultural diversity is part of what makes Ebury a special place to be. From Sao Paulo to Dubai, Vancouver to Auckland, we enjoy sharing team experiences and celebrating success across the Ebury family.

Hard work pays off: in 2019, Ebury received a £350 million investment from Banco Santander and has won internationally recognised awards including Financial Times: 1000 Europe's Fastest-Growing Companies.

None of this would have been possible without our proudest achievement: our great people. Enthusiastic, innovative and collaborative teams, always ready to disrupt and revolutionise the fast-paced FinTech sector.

At Ebury, we’re committed to building a workplace where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. We’re proud to have active employee networks and ESG initiatives that reflect our inclusive culture, including our Women’s Network, LGBTQIA+ Network, and Veterans Network. These communities provide spaces for connection, mentorship, advocacy, and collaboration across our global teams.

We believe in inclusion. We stand against discrimination in all forms and have no tolerance for the intolerance of differences that makes us a modern and successful organisation. At Ebury, you can be whoever you want to be and still feel a sense of belonging no matter your story because we want you and your uniqueness to help write our future.

Key skills/competency

• Business Development
• Key Account Management
• Sports Industry Network
• Fintech Solutions
• FX & Hedging
• Lending Solutions
• Financial Acumen
• Consultative Selling
• Strategic Partnerships
• C-Suite Engagement