Director, Football Partnerships & Growth

THE·TEAM; Milano; In loco; EUR 90.000 - 130.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

THE·TEAM in Milan is seeking an experienced Director of Partnership Development to lead endorsement and sponsorship strategies for football clients. You will report to senior executives and build a high-impact pipeline across brands and markets.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in sports marketing, strong relationships, and a proven ability to close deals. Fluent English and Italian are required, with a strategic mindset and collaboration across international teams.

Competenze

• 10+ years in sports marketing, partnerships or sponsorship.
• Proven experience closing athlete endorsement deals.
• Fluent in English and Italian.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business or Sports Management is advantageous.

Mansioni

• Identify and develop endorsement, sponsorship and commercial partnership opportunities for football clients.
• Build and manage a pipeline of opportunities across brands, categories and markets.
• Lead negotiations on commercial partnerships delivering outcomes for clients and brands.
• Develop strategic partnership plans and pitches for prospective partners.
• Collaborate with teams to align campaigns with client objectives.
• Represent the business in Italy and international markets.

Conoscenze

Sports marketing

Partnerships

Sponsorship

Talent representation

Sales

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Sports Management

Descrizione del lavoro

THE·TEAM in Milan is seeking an experienced Director of Partnership Development to lead endorsement and sponsorship strategies for football clients. You will report to senior executives and build a high-impact pipeline across brands and markets.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in sports marketing, strong relationships, and a proven ability to close deals. Fluent English and Italian are required, with a strategic mindset and collaboration across international teams.