Brand Manager – Sports & Athlete Marketing, London

Hanson Search; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading talent advisory firm in London is seeking a highly motivated Brand Manager who will manage brand activities, oversee digital strategies, and collaborate with athletes and partners. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in brand management, particularly in sports. This dynamic role requires a proactive individual passionate about enhancing brand presence and driving growth in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of brand management experience, ideally in sports or partnerships.
• Proven track record of digital growth strategies and social media management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day brand activities and partnerships.
• Oversee strategic brand plans for global markets.
• Implement digital-first brand strategies to drive growth.

Skills

Brand management experience

Digital marketing skills

Partnership management

Communication skills

Passion for sports

Job description

I’m on the lookout for a highly motivated Brand Manager to help drive and elevate the global presence of my client’s personal brand and sub-brands. This exciting role involves managing partnerships, overseeing digital strategies and collaborating with athletes, sponsors and agencies. They need someone who is passionate about sports, understands digital growth and can take ownership of projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Brand Manager Key Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day brand activities, including creative content, partnerships and social media channels.
• Oversee the development and execution of strategic brand plans for global markets.
• Collaborate with partners and agencies to ensure exceptional creative output and brand alignment.
• Develop and implement digital-first brand strategies that drive growth and enhance brand presence.
• Monitor brand performance, conducting regular social media and brand health analysis.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with partners, handling day-to-day needs and ensuring long-term satisfaction.
• Be actively involved in brand activations and events, providing logistical and creative support.

Experience & Skills:

• 5+ years of brand management experience, ideally in sports, individual athlete branding or partnerships.
• Strong digital marketing skills and a proven track record of successful growth strategies and social media management.
• Experience in managing partnerships, particularly in sports or with high-profile brands.
• Proactive, self-starting individual with a hands-on approach to managing projects.
• Passion for sports and an understanding of the athlete branding space.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels.

Apply now and join our fast-paced, dynamic team!

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Hanson Search is a leading talent advisory and executive search consultancy with consultants based across the UAE, UK, USA, and Europe. We specialise in business-critical roles that drive revenue, reputation, and risk, with dedicated teams in Communications, Government Relations, Financial Communications, Public Affairs, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Sustainability, Investor Relations and C-Suite recruitment. Please click here to find out more about Hanson Search.

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