Partnerships Manager - Community

DFL; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Brentford FC seeks a Partnerships Manager - Community to lead community-based initiatives surrounding club partnerships. The role involves overseeing partnership rights through the Brentford FC Community Sports Trust and fostering collaboration between the club's partners and community projects. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills and a genuine interest in corporate social responsibility, promoting positive community impact and partner satisfaction.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Competitive Holiday Entitlement

Pension (5% + 5%)

Medicash Cover

Life Assurance

Club Shop Discount

Cycle to Work Scheme

Access to Match Tickets

Qualifications

• Experience in a Community Sports Trust or similar.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to drive initiatives from conception to execution.

Responsibilities

• Oversees management of community partnership rights.
• Formulates strategic plans for partners.
• Identifies compliance risks and develops strategies.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Tools

Microsoft Office

Salesforce

Job description

Brentford FC is a bit different to other Premier League football clubs. We put our fans first, we are a true community club and while we are financially sustainable, we are not afraid to take calculated risks. We take huge pride in our environment and culture within the Club which focuses on development, inclusion and not being afraid to think differently.

Being progressive, humble and respectful while sticking together as one team across the Club guides how we work and the decisions we make each day.

We also firmly believe that a diverse workforce is a better workforce which will help us develop ideas, solve problems and ultimately grow Brentford FC.

We play in a brand-new stadium, 15 minutes from Heathrow in vibrant west London.

We will never forget where we have come from, but we are excited about the future that lies ahead.

Come join us.

Inclusion Statement

Brentford FC is an organisation which values and is passionate about diversity and inclusivity. Whilst our recruitment decisions are always based on merit and suitability, we welcome and encourage applications from qualified candidates, including those from underrepresented groups – such as those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, women, those from the LGBTQ+ community and those with disabilities.Should you require any workplace accommodations (also known as ‘reasonable adjustments), you will have the opportunity to let us know at the appropriate points in the hiring process.

Safeguarding Statement

Brentford FC is committed to equality, the safeguarding and welfare of all children and adults at risk. This responsibility is shared by all staff and volunteers at the Club, safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. Staff will be required to undertake regular safeguarding training to enable and reinforce a proactive approach to safeguarding. This role requires the post holder to apply all relevant policies and uphold the Club’s commitment to safeguarding vulnerable people to ensure a safe environment for all. This includes the timely reporting of any safeguarding concern to the safeguarding team. We remind those barred from regulated activity that it is an offence to apply for such positions.

Please note that where appropriate for the role, you will be required to complete additional background checks such as Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks and police checks for any time you have lived or worked outside of the UK in the last 10 years.

Please also note that a CV application will not be sufficient. Applications will not be considered where the application form has not been completed in full.

If the role you are applying for involves regulated activity and you have been shortlisted for a first stage interview, you will be asked to fill out a Declaration of Offences Form.

The Role of the Partnerships Manager - Community

Brentford FC has an exciting opportunity for a new Partnerships Manager - Community. This is a new role, reporting to the Head of Partnership Services. The successful candidate will lead in the planning and delivery of all the community based

rights and activations by Brentford FC club partners with the Brentford FC Community Sports Trust (BFCCST).

Now in our fourth year as a Premier League Club, Brentford FC is established in the top level of English football. Growth on the pitch is helping growth off the pitch and as such, Club Partners are increasingly supporting the positive impact made by the BFCCST.

The main purpose of the role will be to further enhance the collaboration between the club’s partners and the BFCCST. Beginning with identifying the CSR ambitions of each of the club’s partners, the successful candidate then help create, or find a suitable existing project for the partner to support,.

The role will sit within the Partnership Services team who carry out a diverse range of activities and events throughout the calendar to ensure the club is fulfilling its contractual obligations to partners and to ensure that each partner maximises the value of their investment with the Club.

Main Accountabilities

• Oversee the day-to-day management of all community aspects and delivery of contractual partnership rights through BFCCST.
• Help formulate strategic plans for partners and nurture senior relationships
• On day lead/contact for events with BFCCST involving club partners.
• Work with the BFCCST, Partnership Account Manager and Head of Partnership Services to create seasonal plans for each partner.
• Identify potential compliance and ethical risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.
• Collaborate with partners and BFCCST to create and deliver innovative and engaging ways to drive partner satisfaction through CSR activation and achieve clearly defined partner objectives
• Ensure Club Partners’ contractual assets are delivered in full, holding meetings with internal and BFCCST departments to ensure contracted assets are delivered on time and to the highest possible standard
• Help build best in class case studies for use across the partnership team and club channels
• Prepare reports and presentations for stakeholders, leadership, and potential partners on CSR progress and compliance updates.
• Continually identify areas where service levels can be improved
• Maintain knowledge of the latest industry standards and activity

General Club Accountabilities

• To ensure compliance with all relevant Club policies, including safeguarding, health and safety policies and with specific reference to the data regulations (GDPR and PECR)
• To ensure compliance with the Club’s Code of Conduct
• To ensure compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, ethical and social requirements
• To build and maintain good working relationships both internally and externally, maintaining a professional image at all times when representing Brentford FC
• To keep confidential any information gained regarding the Club and its personnel
• To maintain a flexible approach to work at all times
• To ensure compliance with all Matchday Safeguarding processes
• To ensure compliance with the Club’s Safeguarding Policy and processes
• To promote and support positive mental health and wellbeing throughout the Club both on and off the field
• To promote equity, diversity and inclusion at the Club, in line with our EDI strategy

Key Internal Relationships

• Partnership Sales
• Commercial Planning & Operations
• Content
• Fan and Community Relations
• Corporate Affairs
• Finance

Person Specification - Essential Characteristics

• Have a genuine interest in corporate social responsibility
• Strong project management skills with the ability to drive initiatives from conception to execution.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and exert a positive influence
• Strong understanding of ethical business practices and regulatory compliance
• Outstanding written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Previous experience of working within a Community Sports Trust or similar
• Able to work unsociable hours including weekends and evenings
• A skilled influencer, who is comfortable working across multiple stakeholders
• Thinks ahead, generates innovative ideas
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills
• A positive outlook and looks for solutions

Person Specification – Desirable Characteristics

• Knowledge of Salesforce or other similar platforms
• Professional, confident, self-motivated and enthusiastic
• Numerate and data-driven with a strong attention to detail
• Resilience and perseverance
• Desire for continuous personal improvement

Benefits

• Private Medical Insurance
• Competitive Holiday Entitlement
• Pension (5% + 5%)
• Medicash Cover
• Life Assurance
• Club Shop Discount
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Access toMatch Tickets