Partnerships & Events Manager

TN United Kingdom; Worcester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in sports and hospitality is seeking a dynamic Partnerships & Events Manager to enhance their commercial department. This exciting role involves managing partner relationships, coordinating events, and driving growth opportunities. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, ensuring exceptional experiences for partners while upholding the club's values of inclusiveness and teamwork. Join a passionate team dedicated to creating memorable moments and fostering a welcoming atmosphere for all visitors. If you are motivated and organized, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• Experience in managing partnerships and events in a hospitality setting.
• Strong communication skills for partner engagement and relationship management.

Responsibilities

• Manage partner relationships and ensure outstanding service delivery.
• Plan and execute commercial events, including networking and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Event Management

Partner Relationship Management

Communication Skills

Commercial Awareness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or Related Field

Tools

CRM Software

Job description

Partnerships & Events Manager, Worcester

Client: Worcestershire County Cricket Club

Location: Worcester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Hospitality

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Details

Job Reference: 45f48459c45a

Job Views: 3

Posted: 02.05.2025

Expiry Date: 16.06.2025

Job Description

Job Title: Partnerships & Events Manager

Reporting to: Commercial Director

Location: Worcestershire County Cricket Club, New Road, Worcester, WR2 4QQ

Contract term: Full time, permanent

Background

Worcestershire County Cricket Club is one of the 18 major county cricket clubs within the England and Wales Cricket Board, with a history spanning over 155 years. Our vision is to become Worcestershire’s premier destination for live sports, entertainment & hospitality, providing exceptional experiences for all visitors. We value our inclusive and welcoming environment, fostering ambition and supporting our staff to achieve their goals. Our core values are Trust, Inclusiveness, Kindness, Resilience, and Togetherness, which guide our culture and behaviors.

Purpose of the Role

We are seeking a highly organized and driven Partnerships & Events Manager to join our Commercial Department. This role is vital in delivering excellent experiences to our partners, coordinating events and activations smoothly, and identifying growth opportunities for the club. The successful candidate will coordinate internally and manage external relationships across the club’s commercial activities.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

1. Partner Relationship Management: Serve as the primary contact for selected commercial partners, managing requests and ensuring outstanding service that aligns with the club's standards.
2. Partner Communications: Lead all partner communications, crafting engaging updates and maintaining clear dialogue across key accounts.
3. Event Management: Assist in planning and executing key commercial events, including networking breakfasts, sponsor forums, kit launches, and stakeholder engagement initiatives.
4. Matchday Coordination: Lead booking and coordination of matchday commercial experiences, including hospitality, partner activations, and VIP arrangements.
5. New Business Prospecting: Research and identify potential new sponsors and partners, supporting pitches and presentations.
6. Commercial Operations Management: Oversee the department’s calendar, team tasks, and internal communications, ensuring smooth daily operations and alignment. Support contractual obligations, including branding, digital activations, hospitality, and community engagement, maintaining accurate CRM records.

Additional Responsibilities

Our team upholds the club’s values at all times, and we expect our staff to:

• Promote inclusiveness and report discrimination.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk.
• Create a welcoming, friendly environment.
• Foster a culture of togetherness and teamwork.
• Deliver excellent customer service.

This role requires flexibility, motivation, and teamwork. This job description highlights key duties but is not exhaustive; additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.