Athlete Marketing Executive DACH

The Inside Job; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A marketing agency is looking for an Athlete Marketing Executive based in Solihull to manage talents across the DACH region and execute marketing strategies. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Marketing, strong fluency in German, and experience in influencer or social media marketing. You will oversee creator activations, support brand campaign launches, and collaborate with various teams to enhance brand presence. This position is essential for fostering impactful relationships and ensuring premium experiences between the brand and talent.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
• Experienced in influencer, creator, or social media marketing.
• Strong understanding of the DACH cultural, social, and creator landscape.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Fluent German and excellent English proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, onboard, and manage creators and athletes across the DACH region.
• Execute the regional Athlete Marketing strategy.
• Lead and deliver projects assigned by the Athlete Marketing Manager.
• Support the launch of brand campaigns and NPD drops.
• Coordinate with the Coordinator and Operations Executive.
• Plan, develop, and execute regional athlete and creator activations.
• Collaborate with internal teams to activate the talent network.
• Track and report on talent performance using KPIs.

Skills

Fluent German

Excellent English proficiency

Organisational skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Strong written communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field

Job description

OVERVIEW

The Athlete Marketing Executive will be responsible for managing talent across the DACH region (Germany, Austria, Switzerland) and supporting the Athlete Marketing Senior Executive in the planning and execution of the regional Partnerships strategy.

This role involves scouting, onboarding, and activating regional creators and athletes, ensuring their participation in product launches and brand campaigns through disruptive, culturally relevant marketing plans and briefs. The Athlete Marketing Executive will act as a key point of contact for creators, managing relationships to ensure a seamless and premium experience between the brand and its talent.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Recruit, onboard, and manage creators and athletes across the DACH region, including day-to-day communications, monthly payments, product seeding, briefing, and execution of activations
• Execute the regional Athlete Marketing strategy set by the Senior Global Athlete Marketing Manager, in alignment with the direction of the Regional Athlete Marketing Manager
• Lead and deliver projects assigned by the Athlete Marketing Manager, ensuring flawless execution, progress tracking, and performance reporting
• Support the launch of brand campaigns and NPD (New Product Development) drops, collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure strong planning and execution
• Coordinate with the Coordinator and Operations Executive to ensure all operational steps are delivered on time and to the highest standard
• Plan, develop, and execute regional athlete and creator activations aligned with brand objectives and local market relevance
• Collaborate with internal teams (Brand, Social, PR, Digital, E-commerce) to strategically activate the talent network and grow brand presence across the DACH market
• Track and report on talent performance using KPIs defined by the line manager

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field
• Experienced in influencer, creator, or social media marketing
• Strong understanding of the DACH cultural, social, and creator landscape
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and workflows in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to perform under pressure, both as a collaborative team member and as an independent contributor
• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Fluent German (native or professional level) and excellent English proficiency

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong interest in sports, fitness, and health culture
• Passion for social media, pop culture, and emerging digital trends
• Experience working with athletes, performance creators, or sports-focused talent
• You must be able to attend GSIQ (Solihull) 3 days per week to be successful in this role.

CLOSING DATE: Monday 2nd February 2026