Head of Content Licensing

Signals

. Own the end-to-end strategy and execution of Signal AI's content licensing function .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeLondon • United KingdomLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in content licensing, publisher relations, and media partnerships, with a strong focus on strategic negotiation and project management. Capable of developing metrics and workflows that align with regulatory requirements and enhance content portfolio performance.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Content LicensingPublisher RelationsNegotiation SkillsProject ManagementCopyright and Licensing Agreements

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Hard Skills

Content LicensingContract ManagementMarket EvaluationMetrics DevelopmentWorkflow Design

Soft Skills

Strategic ThinkingCommunication SkillsCross-Functional LeadershipComfort with AmbiguityTime Management

Industry Keywords

Media PartnershipsRegulatory ComplianceUnit EconomicsContent Portfolio HealthLegal Right to Work

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the end-to-end strategy and execution of Signal AI's content licensing function
Lead negotiations with new and existing content providers
Evaluate and prioritise new content sources based on product roadmap, market gaps, and revenue impact
Build and maintain relationships with publishing partners
Design and scale licensing workflows from source evaluation through ingestion, legal review, and contract management
Ensure content licensing aligns with contractual terms, regulatory requirements, and compliance standards
Develop metrics and dashboards tracking content portfolio health, licensing costs, and ROI
Partner with product and data ingestion teams to translate licensing constraints into technical requirements
Define content requirements for new products and features
Lead cross-functional initiatives to resolve licensing bottlenecks and improve time-to-market
Collaborate with the Product Team on pricing, packaging, and customer enablement for new content offerings
Communicate content capabilities and updates to sales, customer success, and product teams
Influence how content is packaged and positioned for customers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven experience in content licensing, publisher relations, or media partnerships at scale
Strong commercial acumen, including negotiating win-win deals and understanding unit economics
Excellent project management and cross-functional leadership skills
Deep understanding of copyright, licensing agreements, and media regulations
Strategic thinking balancing short-term execution with long-term portfolio building
Comfort with ambiguity, technical complexity, and evolving market needs
Excellent communication skills, including making complex topics accessible to non-specialists
Ability to manage multiple workstreams and priorities simultaneously
Legal right to work in the country for which applying

Benefits

Comp & perks

Signal AI invests in employee growth
Inclusive environment where employees feel welcomed, valued, and heard
Reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process for people with disabilities or who are neurodiverse
Optional diversity survey participation that does not affect the job application
Opportunity to be considered for future roles for up to 2 years with consent