Title Account Director, Sponsorship

The Amazing Race; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company seeks an Account Director for Sponsorship in London. This role involves driving revenue through partnerships, managing agency relationships, and leading a team. Ideal candidates will possess strong sales strategy experience and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to interpret partnership briefs and produce creative pitches.
• Experience creating and executing successful sales strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead sponsorship and partnership revenue growth by promoting brands.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with UK agency teams.
• Manage and motivate your direct report for success.

Skills

Relationship-building

Presentation

Communication

Management

Job description

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Job Details

• Location: London, GB, NW1 8TT
• Job Type: Full-Time, Hybrid
• Department: Sales
• Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level

Who We Are

Paramount is home to iconic brands such as CBS, Showtime, Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon, MTV, Comedy Central, BET, Paramount+, Pluto TV, and more. We offer streaming services, digital video products, and have extensive production, distribution, and advertising capabilities worldwide.

Role Overview

Reporting to the Group Account Director, Sponsorship, you will lead UK linear sponsorship and multiplatform partnership advertising revenue generation from media agencies. You will work within the UK Sponsorship team, supported by an Account Manager and the wider Sales team.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead sponsorship and partnership revenue growth by promoting our brands to agencies.
2. Build and maintain strong relationships with UK agency teams and planners.
3. Identify partnership opportunities and develop sales strategies to meet targets.
4. Collaborate with creative resources to produce compelling pitches.
5. Ensure high-quality output and pursue award-winning work.
6. Support the deal-to-air process, ensuring client service teams deliver as planned.
7. Manage and motivate your direct report for success.
8. Support revenue forecasting with the VP, Sponsorship.
9. Promote a positive team culture aligned with Paramount values.

Candidate Profile

• Proven ability to interpret partnership briefs and produce creative pitches.
• Strong relationship-building skills with senior agency staff.
• Experience creating and executing successful sales strategies.
• Knowledge of media platform costs and Ofcom sponsorship regulations.
• Effective management and motivational skills.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Ability to lead client meetings confidently and foster collaboration across departments.

Additional Information

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. For application assistance or accessibility needs, contact us at [e-mail] or 0207 555 1234.

Apply now to join our team and make an impact in media and entertainment!