Senior Manager, International Development
Top Benefits
About the role
Senior Manager, International Development Permanent position We were born from an eclectic troop of performers. Come live the experience of being yourself every day to create the extraordinary. OUR MISSION Since 1984, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group has been focusing on ever more creative and magical work in order to constantly push the limits of the imagination and surprise spectators! Innovation and creativity are at the heart of our shows and will continue to transcend our upcoming productions around the world.
Today, we have a place for those who have a marked taste for thinking up exceptional products, for ensuring the smooth running of operations, for putting their ingenuity at the service of their team, in addition to contributing to enhancing their expertise and develop practices unique to Cirque du Soleil!
So don't wait any longer and join the Cirque adventure! You will meet ambitious people and people passionate about the world of entertainment!
YOUR MISSION As Senior Manager, International Development , you will be at the heart of Cirque du Soleil’s growth strategy. Reporting to the VP of Strategic Development and sitting within the Global Development team, you will help identify new business opportunities, and actively contribute to the development of resident shows, seasonal productions, custom events, and other innovative entertainment projects around the world.
This role bridges business development, market intelligence, and project management. You will analyze trends, help manage the development pipeline, lead partner engagement, and build compelling pitchs to support the development of new projects. You will play a key role in transforming strategic opportunities into extraordinary experiences.
Main Responsibilities
- Analyze market data and trends to identify and evaluate opportunities for new projects globally.
- Nurture and maintain a strong development pipeline by tracking projects, assessing feasibility, and nurturing relationships with leads and partners.
- Develop and maintain high-impact sales tools, pitch decks, and project proposals tailored to various client types.
- Monitor Requests for Proposals (RFPs), help prioritize according to strategic potential, and coordinate timely responses.
- Manage client relationships, acting as a key point of contact to move projects forward and ensure alignment from concept to delivery.
- Collaborate closely with internal teams (creative, production, finance, sponsorship, etc.) to ensure proposals are viable and aligned with Cirque du Soleil’s objectives.
YOUR MISSION
- 5-7 years of experience in quantitative marketing research, preferably in entertainment, media, travel, or consumer experience industries – either in-house (client-side) or at a marketing research agency
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Marketing
- Proficiency with survey platforms (ideally Qualtrics)
- Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills
- Strong analytical and storytelling abilities, with a talent for turning complex data into actionable insights
- Excellent attention to details, organized and rigorous
- Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset, with the ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment
- Fluent in French and English
To keep pace with the creation, production and distribution of our products, our employer proposal is unique. Here Is An Overview
- An inclusive hybrid work mode based on team experience and flexible working hours
- Access to an individual office on the days you come to the Montreal Studio, a stimulating environment that will allow you to put all your creativity to good use
- A culture focused on the development of fair practices and unifying events
- Professional growth focused on high quality projects to propel your career
- A group insurance program, RRSPs and other benefits that we will be happy to present to you
- Personalized support adapted to your professional ambitions: training program, regular check-ins, inter-team contribution.
Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible and inclusive workplace. Proud ambassador of equality in employment, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is committed to eliminating discrimination based on age, skin color, origins, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation and any other characteristic. Neutral and inclusive writing is now preferred for all new job postings.
About Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group
Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is a world leader in live entertainment. Building on four decades of pushing the boundaries of the imagination, the Company brings its creative approach to a large variety of entertainment forms, such as multimedia productions, immersive experiences, and special events. Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group celebrates 40 years of defying reality, defining entertainment, and illuminating the world through art and creativity. Since its creation in 1984, more than 400 million people have been inspired on 6 continents and 86 countries. The Canadian company now employs more than 4000 employees, including 1200 artists from 80 different nationalities. For more information about Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, please visit cirquedusoleil.com.
Senior Manager, International Development
Top Benefits
About the role
Senior Manager, International Development Permanent position We were born from an eclectic troop of performers. Come live the experience of being yourself every day to create the extraordinary. OUR MISSION Since 1984, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group has been focusing on ever more creative and magical work in order to constantly push the limits of the imagination and surprise spectators! Innovation and creativity are at the heart of our shows and will continue to transcend our upcoming productions around the world.
Today, we have a place for those who have a marked taste for thinking up exceptional products, for ensuring the smooth running of operations, for putting their ingenuity at the service of their team, in addition to contributing to enhancing their expertise and develop practices unique to Cirque du Soleil!
So don't wait any longer and join the Cirque adventure! You will meet ambitious people and people passionate about the world of entertainment!
YOUR MISSION As Senior Manager, International Development , you will be at the heart of Cirque du Soleil’s growth strategy. Reporting to the VP of Strategic Development and sitting within the Global Development team, you will help identify new business opportunities, and actively contribute to the development of resident shows, seasonal productions, custom events, and other innovative entertainment projects around the world.
This role bridges business development, market intelligence, and project management. You will analyze trends, help manage the development pipeline, lead partner engagement, and build compelling pitchs to support the development of new projects. You will play a key role in transforming strategic opportunities into extraordinary experiences.
Main Responsibilities
- Analyze market data and trends to identify and evaluate opportunities for new projects globally.
- Nurture and maintain a strong development pipeline by tracking projects, assessing feasibility, and nurturing relationships with leads and partners.
- Develop and maintain high-impact sales tools, pitch decks, and project proposals tailored to various client types.
- Monitor Requests for Proposals (RFPs), help prioritize according to strategic potential, and coordinate timely responses.
- Manage client relationships, acting as a key point of contact to move projects forward and ensure alignment from concept to delivery.
- Collaborate closely with internal teams (creative, production, finance, sponsorship, etc.) to ensure proposals are viable and aligned with Cirque du Soleil’s objectives.
YOUR MISSION
- 5-7 years of experience in quantitative marketing research, preferably in entertainment, media, travel, or consumer experience industries – either in-house (client-side) or at a marketing research agency
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Marketing
- Proficiency with survey platforms (ideally Qualtrics)
- Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills
- Strong analytical and storytelling abilities, with a talent for turning complex data into actionable insights
- Excellent attention to details, organized and rigorous
- Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset, with the ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment
- Fluent in French and English
To keep pace with the creation, production and distribution of our products, our employer proposal is unique. Here Is An Overview
- An inclusive hybrid work mode based on team experience and flexible working hours
- Access to an individual office on the days you come to the Montreal Studio, a stimulating environment that will allow you to put all your creativity to good use
- A culture focused on the development of fair practices and unifying events
- Professional growth focused on high quality projects to propel your career
- A group insurance program, RRSPs and other benefits that we will be happy to present to you
- Personalized support adapted to your professional ambitions: training program, regular check-ins, inter-team contribution.
Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible and inclusive workplace. Proud ambassador of equality in employment, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is committed to eliminating discrimination based on age, skin color, origins, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation and any other characteristic. Neutral and inclusive writing is now preferred for all new job postings.
About Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group
Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is a world leader in live entertainment. Building on four decades of pushing the boundaries of the imagination, the Company brings its creative approach to a large variety of entertainment forms, such as multimedia productions, immersive experiences, and special events. Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group celebrates 40 years of defying reality, defining entertainment, and illuminating the world through art and creativity. Since its creation in 1984, more than 400 million people have been inspired on 6 continents and 86 countries. The Canadian company now employs more than 4000 employees, including 1200 artists from 80 different nationalities. For more information about Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, please visit cirquedusoleil.com.