Associate, Sponsorship (External Agency Staff)

The National Football League; New York (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Football League seeks an Associate, Sponsorship to support the management and execution of league partner agreements and day-to-day partner needs. This role collaborates across the League to deliver contractual commitments and partner initiatives, including on-site activation at NFL events.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in sports/agency settings, strong MS Office skills, and a proactive, organized work style. This onsite role emphasizes collaboration and timely execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 1-3 years minimum experience in sports/agency or relevant experience.
• Microsoft Office proficiency (PowerPoint, Word, Excel).

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day management of a minimum of 8 partners and fulfilment of contractual deliverables.
• Fund management: secure invoices, secure payment, track funds.
• Manage client creative approval process and collaborate with PR/Brand/Legal teams.
• Support upsell deck development for sales pitches.
• On-site activation lead and execute partner experiences at NFL events.
• Cross-departmental support to secure and execute partner deliverables for events.

Skills

Sports/Agency exp

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Associate, Sponsorship (External Agency Staff)

New York, New York, United States

The Associate, Sponsorship will be a key member of the Sponsorship team, supporting the management and execution of League partner agreements and day-to-day partner needs. The role will collaborate across the League to execute partner initiatives and deliver against contractual commitments.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day responsibilities for managing a minimum of 8 partners
• Fulfilment of contractual deliverables in partner deals
• Fund management (Secure invoices, secure payment, track funds)
• Manage client creative approval process
• Work with PR, Brand, Legal, and applicable internal groups for alignment on partner programs
• Support on upsell deck development for sales pitches
• On-site activation lead and execute partner experiences at NFL events
• Cross-departmental support on projects to secure and execute partner deliverables (Pro Bowl, Honors, Kickoff, etc)
• Client hosting and building relationships for the future

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 1-3 years minimum experience in sports/agency or relevant experience
• Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel)

Other Key Attributes / Characteristics

• Self-starter with strong work ethic
• Team player
• Creative thinker
• Good with time management
• Organized

Physical Demands

• Planning and executing partner programs at League events
• Hosting, hours talking and taking care of client needs

Terms / Expected Hours of Work

• Positions are required to work 40 hours per week. Work in this particular role may exceed 40 hours per week.
• Travel around planning and executing Global events (25% of time)
• Some weekend work for hosting clients and event management.
• This job posting is for a position with one of the NFL’s third-party agency partners that provides services to the NFL. The individual selected for this role will be an employee of that third-party agency and not the NFL. All compensation, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment are handled by the agency. The assignment to provide services to the NFL will be limited in duration but may be extended for an additional period by agreement between the NFL and the agency.

Salary / Pay Range

This job posting contains a pay range, which represents the range of salaries or hourly rates that the NFL believes, in good faith, at the time of this posting that it might be willing to pay for the posted job in the location(s) specified. The NFL expects to hire for this position near the middle of the range. Only in truly rare and exceptional circumstances, where an external candidate has experience, credentials or expertise that far exceed those required or expected for the position, would the NFL consider paying a salary or rate near the higher end of the range.

$30 - $30 USD

Benefits Information

To learn more about our comprehensive benefits offerings, please visit: NFL BENEFITS

At the NFL, in-person work at our offices is a top priority because it allows us to collaborate more effectively, build stronger connections, and maintain the culture that drives our success. This role requires onsite presence at an NFL office or stadium location, and remote and/or hybrid working options are not offered.

NO RELOCATION ASSISTANCE WILL BE PROVIDED.

The NFL is committed to building an inclusive work environment that reflects our incredible fan base. We provide an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all employees and applicants without regard to status as protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

WHO WE ARE:

NFL Core Values:

• Respect: Everyone matters. We celebrate diverse opinions, honor hard work, and value every contribution.
• Integrity: We do what's right, even when it's tough. We hold ourselves accountable and always follow through.
• Team Responsibility: We support each other and our communities. No one is bigger than the game, and every action impacts others.
• Resiliency: We set high standards, overcome adversity, and adapt to challenges, always striving for excellence.
• Build Talent: We develop and nurture potential, empowering individuals to grow and succeed.
• Execute: We take action with precision, delivering results that drive our goals forward.
• Inspire: We motivate others through vision, energy, and a commitment to excellence.
• Live Our Values: We embody our core principles in every decision and action.
• Know the Business: We stay informed, understand our industry, and make decisions that strengthen our position.
• Think Big: We challenge the status quo, envision bold possibilities, and strive for transformative impact

WHO YOU ARE:

Talent Attributes: What we expect for our employees:

• Embody an enthusiastic, proactive can-do attitude
• Embracegrit,free from ego orentitlement
• Excel as a relationship builder, with the ability to influence
• Eager learner, driven by passion rather than justambition
• Encompasses an incredible work ethic with an agile mindset

Data Collection

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Sexual Orientation

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