Senior Account Manager - Sponsorship - football and rugby

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading creative agency in London seeks a Senior Account Manager specializing in sponsorship for football and rugby. The ideal candidate will manage high-profile accounts, oversee sponsorship campaigns, and build strong client relationships. This role offers growth potential in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in sponsorship at an agency or rights holder.
• Strong understanding of brand marketing and digital initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee global sponsorship campaigns and activation.
• Serve as primary contact for clients, providing strategic insight.
• Mentor junior team members and foster company culture.

Skills

Client Relationship

Communication

Presentation Skills

Job description

Job Title: Senior Account Manager - Sponsorship - Football and Rugby

Client: MLS Talent

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Details

• Job Views: 2
• Posted: 19.05.2025
• Expiry Date: 03.07.2025

Job Description

Senior Account Manager – Sponsorship - Football and Rugby

We are seeking a confident, experienced Senior Account Manager to join a thriving creative agency experiencing rapid growth following new client wins. The team is high-spirited, innovative, and collaborative.

This role is ideal for someone passionate about sponsorship, especially in football and rugby, with proven experience at an agency or rights holder, ready to manage global, high-profile accounts in sport.

You will oversee global sponsorship campaigns, including sponsorship activation, digital content, experiential events, and more.

You will serve as the primary contact for clients—building trusted relationships, providing strategic insight, and leading internal teams across creative, strategy, and social disciplines to produce outstanding work. Additionally, you will mentor junior team members, fostering a supportive and ambitious company culture.

Requirements include:

• Strong sponsorship credentials (agency or rights holder experience essential)
• A clear understanding of brand marketing, digital initiatives, and live activations
• A calm, solutions-oriented approach to project and team management
• Excellent client relationship, communication, and presentation skills

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic, supportive agency with talented colleagues, exciting clients, and significant growth potential.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career, please apply below.