Senior Client Manager

Dentsu; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global marketing agency is seeking a Senior Client Manager to lead sponsorships and partnerships in London's sports arena, particularly in Formula 1. The role involves managing client relationships, overseeing project execution, and supporting new business opportunities while working in a hybrid environment. Candidates should have extensive motorsport experience and strong marketing skills.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive salary

Tailored benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience in motorsport and with Formula 1 is essential.
• Knowledge of sponsorships and partnership marketing required.
• Ability to analyze business performance for clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage EMEA client relationships and activation plans.
• Oversee retained client work and project management.
• Support new business proposals and pitch processes.
• Represent the agency at webinars and conferences.

Skills

Experience in motorsport and specifically Formula 1

Experience in marketing

Technical knowledge of sponsorships

Strategic thinking

Project management

Client service excellence

Business performance analysis

Job description

Overview

Dentsu is an integrated growth and transformation partner to the world's leading organizations. MKTG Sports & Entertainment is a global integrated agency within Dentsu that harnesses the power of sports and entertainment to impact human behaviour through meaningful marketing solutions and experiences. We connect strategy, measurement, content, hospitality and events to deliver differentiated marketing solutions that engage customers and build brands. We are part of Dentsu Sports International, a global sports network comprised of MKTG Sports + Entertainment, dentsu Sports Analytics and dentsu Sports.

We are hiring for a Senior Client Manager as part of our Sponsorship & Consultancy Team in London.

Purpose of the Role

As Senior Client Manager of sponsorships and partnerships, you'll work on delivering and implementing exciting collaborations in sport and entertainment, specifically Formula 1. You'll lead and manage the EMEA client relationships, activation plans, projects and client servicing team across a global F1 sponsorship and other sports. You'll provide support in managing the client's business to keep day-to-day activities running smoothly and support the wider team in delivery on accounts, managing capabilities and team to ensure on-time delivery and excellence in execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership and accountability for client/account fees and activation budgets, understanding and reporting on the commercials of your client responsibilities.
• Oversee and direct the client team to effectively manage retained client work and project work, including race day planning, in-track branding, merchandise, at and off-track events, programme planning across social, ambassador, PR, on-ground activations, show car and gaming rig assets, and ensuring client deliverables are met.
• Support Directors with management of resources and workloads across the team on designated projects, ensuring timesheets for self and direct reports are completed on time and accurately.
• Support new business by participating in proposals and pitch processes, building opportunities from current and new clients, and pulling together proposals and costings for small to mid-size projects with support from Directors.
• Participate in regular thought leadership in written, presentation and verbal format, including representing the agency at webinars and conferences.

Qualifications + Skills

• Experience working with in motorsport and specifically Formula 1 is essential.
• Experience in marketing either agency side, client side or with a rights holder on sport sponsorships and activation programmes.
• Technical knowledge of sponsorships and partnership marketing, with attention to detail and drive to manage and develop activation programmes.
• Strategic thinking to develop campaigns, activations and integrated marketing solutions.
• Thrives in managing projects and enjoys working on sports/events in a close-knit team.
• Strategic and logical thinker who can advise clients and suppliers to deliver best-in-class solutions and client service excellence.
• Ability to analyze business performance for clients and measure sponsorship assets for accountability.

What we offer

• This is a permanent role.
• The team is based in our London office but operates with flexible working. Hybrid arrangement with presence in the office two to three days per week.
• Competitive salary and a benefits package that can be tailored to your needs.

Inclusion and Diversity

We embrace diversity and inclusion, valuing the unique perspectives and contributions of every individual. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.

We recognise the importance of work-life balance and are open to discussing flexible working arrangements for all roles. If you need reasonable adjustments due to a disability or medical condition during our recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail], quoting the reference number of the role that you are applying for. Your needs will be handled with respect and confidentiality to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience.

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Location: London

Brand: Mktg Sports

Time Type: Full time

Contract Type: Permanent