Partnerships Manager (Ref: 190775)

An iconic football club with a rich history, this dynamic and forward-thinking sports organisation is dedicated to its fanbase while always moving toward the future. The club is based in one of the largest football stadiums in the country, offering an inclusive and family-friendly atmosphere for both fans and employees.

With a strong focus on diversity, equality, and inclusion, the organisation is committed to growing its women's team, fostering local talent through its academy, and ensuring its partnerships deliver outstanding value for all stakeholders involved. They are seeking a Partnership Manager to play a key role in managing relationships with partners and driving the commercial success of the club’s sponsorship programs.

The Partnership Manager will be responsible for managing the day-to-day account delivery of commercial partnerships and ensuring the effective execution of sponsorship activations and campaigns. This role involves working closely with internal teams, as well as external stakeholders, to ensure all commercial rights and partner expectations are met.

The ideal candidate will be passionate about football and sports partnerships, with a strong ability to manage multiple projects and deliver results under pressure.

• Manage the delivery of commercial rights for the club’s partners.

• Oversee the activation and execution of sponsorship programs, ensuring all obligations are met.

• Coordinate partner experiences such as matchday events, player appearances, and brand activations.

• Develop and execute marketing and activation plans in collaboration with internal stakeholders.

• Measure and report on the ROI of partner campaigns and activations.

• Work with senior executives, governing bodies, and partners to ensure effective program delivery.

• Create case studies, proposals, and presentations to support new business development efforts.

• A passion for football and sports partnerships.

• Strong account management skills with a proactive and solution-oriented approach.

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to foster strong relationships.

• Creative, innovative, and able to think ahead to deliver tangible results.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• A collaborative team player who can also work autonomously.

• Previous experience in sports marketing or partnership delivery is highly desirable.

• A graduate (or equivalent) with at least 4 years of relevant experience.

• 25 days of annual leave plus your birthday off.

• Pension and life insurance.

• Healthcare cash scheme.

• Travel season ticket loan and cycle-to-work scheme.

• Discounted gym membership and onsite fitness room facilities.

• Priority access to match tickets and discounted season tickets.

• Family-friendly leave policies.

• Staff discounts in club stores and with official partners.

This role offers an exciting opportunity for a driven individual who is enthusiastic about forging impactful partnerships within a top-tier sports organization. The ideal candidate will resonate with our client’s values and vision, aiming to make a substantial difference in the sports community.