Global Partnerships Lead – Premier League Activations

Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club; Brighton; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Premier League football club in the UK is seeking a Partnership Manager to drive global partnership activation strategies. You will manage key accounts, such as British Airways and Heineken, and deliver impactful activations across matchdays and events. The ideal candidate brings around two years of experience in partnerships or account management within sports, demonstrating competence in stakeholder management and brand strategy. This role offers a pathway for career progression in a vibrant Premier League environment.

Qualifications

• Around two years’ experience in partnerships or account management within sport or a sports marketing agency.
• Proven experience delivering contractual rights and managing multiple stakeholders.
• Confidence working directly with brands and advising on activation strategy.
• Organised, calm under pressure, and strong on detail.

Responsibilities

• Act as the day-to-day lead for partner accounts.
• Advise brands on how to use their assets more effectively.
• Plan and deliver activations across matchdays, media days, community projects and premium events.
• Present campaign results and strategic recommendations to senior stakeholders.
• Spot upsell and renewal opportunities and feed into commercial strategy.

Skills

Experience in partnerships or account management

Stakeholder management

Brand activation strategy

Organisational skills

Job description

A leading Premier League football club in the UK is seeking a Partnership Manager to drive global partnership activation strategies. You will manage key accounts, such as British Airways and Heineken, and deliver impactful activations across matchdays and events. The ideal candidate brings around two years of experience in partnerships or account management within sports, demonstrating competence in stakeholder management and brand strategy. This role offers a pathway for career progression in a vibrant Premier League environment.