Head of Partner Communications - Sports

VMA Group; England; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading communications firm in the United Kingdom seeks a professional to lead the communications strategy for high-profile corporate partners across multiple racing series. The role involves developing communications plans, managing media activities, and ensuring impactful engagements. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in media relations and brand management. This position allows for hybrid working and reports directly to the Director of Corporate Communications.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in communications, media relations, or brand management.
• Strong partner relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement annual communications plans for key partners.
• Lead media and communications activity across various racing series.
• Manage partner announcements and campaign launches effectively.

Skills

Communications experience

Media relations

Brand management

Partner relationship management

Excellent communication

Job description

Overview

Responsible for leading communications strategy and execution for a portfolio of high-profile corporate partners across multiple racing series and global events. This role supports strategic commercial objectives by delivering impactful media engagement, content, and activations that drive value for both the business and its sponsors.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement annual communications plans for key partners.
• Lead media and communications activity across Formula 1, IndyCar, WEC, and esports.
• Manage partner announcements and campaign launches from planning to delivery.
• Oversee brand representation in partner content and public engagements.
• Amplify partner activations through targeted media outreach.
• Support executive speaking engagements at global industry events.
• Act as liaison between internal teams including Partnerships, Digital, Licensing, and Events.
• Produce high-quality written materials including press releases, briefings, and reports.
• Assist in risk management and issue handling related to partner communications.

Role Details

• Hybrid working (3 days in the office).
• Reports to the Director of Corporate Communications.
• Includes some international travel and management of two direct reports.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in communications, media relations, or brand management.
• Strong partner relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Highly organized, proactive, and able to perform under pressure.

If you have the experience and are interested in discussing further, please get in touch and send your current CV ASAP.

Due to a high volume of applicants, we are unable to respond to everyone. We will get in touch if you are successful in your application.