Job Description

IP Licensing Executive

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Location (Country-County-City) UK-Greater London-London
Job Locations UK-Greater London-London
ID
2025-9835
Employment Type
Full-Time
Offer/Contract Type
No End Date
Location Name
Arbor Building - London

What you'll bring to the team

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IP Executive

Location: Arbor Building, Blackfriars, London

Reports to: VP - Global IP

A job with Merlin isn't like a job anywhere else.


With world-famous attractions spanning the globe from rollercoasters to wax figures - we don't trade in suits, handshakes or briefcases. We trade in fun. In smiles, shrieks and spine-tingles. In memories. In magic.


But there are no tricks behind our magic. It's made possible by passionate, dedicated people like you - people committed to creating the best possible experiences for our guests around the world.

About the Role

We're looking for a highly organised, proactive

IP Executive

to join our Global Intellectual Property team. Reporting to the VP - Global IP, you'll play a key role in managing and delivering Merlin's global IP partnerships from Peppa Pig to Marvel, Star Wars, Minecraft and CBeebies.


This is an exciting opportunity to work at the heart of Merlin's world-class brand collaborations, supporting both the financial and operational performance of our IP portfolio.

What You'll Be Doing

License & Royalty Management

Track, process and manage all contractual license fee payments and royalty statements. Coordinate with internal and external finance teams to ensure timely, accurate payments. Maintain key financial databases and support end-of-year reporting, tracking performance and trends.

IP Performance Management

Work closely with attractions to review IP product performance and ensure all contractual obligations are met. Partner with internal teams on product upgrades, retail development opportunities, and F&B initiatives. Produce performance presentations and commercial reviews for our IP partners.

Internal Account Management

Support internal IP budget processing and admin tasks such as audits, deal tracking and template management. Maintain key contact databases and an active deal tracker to keep the business aligned. Assist with presentation materials, case studies and internal communications for IP initiatives. Work with research agencies to align and report on all the latest IP trends in market

Qualifications & Experience

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What You'll Bring

Strong organisational and multitasking skills with great attention to detail. Proven financial acumen and advanced Excel capability. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, both internally and externally. A proactive, positive, and "can-do" approach to work. A love for collaboration and, of course, a passion for fun and creativity!

Benefits

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25% discount in our retail shops and restaurants 40% off LEGO online Merlin Magic Pass - giving you free tickets to all our attractions worldwide for you, your family, and friends every year Enjoy the ride pass - giving you and 5 others a merlin annual pass Discounted rates at Merlin hotels all over the world

Pay Range

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Competitive