Director, Brand Partnerships & Growth Strategy

teamwass; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Development

Generous Time Off

Parental Leave

401k plan with matching

Healthcare

Ancillary benefits

Commuter Benefits

Job summary

THE·TEAM in the United States is seeking a high‑impact leader to join the Brands Retainer Client team in a role overseeing partnerships, budgets, and client satisfaction. You will guide cross‑functional teams to deliver comprehensive 360 partnership programs across traditional and non‑traditional media, including digital, social, experiential and influencer activations.

You will lead negotiations, set strategic direction, and ensure superb client service while cultivating relationships with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 10+ years of account and project management experience, with at least 6 years in related roles.
• Experience in gaming sponsorship/activation with direct oversight of tournaments and talent deals.
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
• Proven ability to manage client relationships and budgets.
• Ability to lead teams and drive cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and direct client service, partnership management, and internal resource coordination.
• Lead development of 360-partner marketing plans from concept to program structure.
• Define program success metrics with insights team and measure effectiveness.
• Negotiate deal structures and ensure optimal contractual outcomes.
• Manage sponsorships and ensure clients leverage all benefits and assets.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, properties, talent, and vendors.
• Oversee client budgets, tracking, billing and reporting.
• Serve as primary client contact, coordinating regular status meetings and reviews.

Skills

Account management

Project management

Client communication

Leadership

Budget management

PowerPoint

Word

Excel

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

Job description

THE·TEAM in the United States is seeking a high‑impact leader to join the Brands Retainer Client team in a role overseeing partnerships, budgets, and client satisfaction. You will guide cross‑functional teams to deliver comprehensive 360 partnership programs across traditional and non‑traditional media, including digital, social, experiential and influencer activations.

You will lead negotiations, set strategic direction, and ensure superb client service while cultivating relationships with