Olympic Account Manager, Partnerships

160over90; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 63,750 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

160over90 is seeking an Olympic & Paralmypic Account Manager based in New York or LA to oversee sponsorships for a financial services client. You will manage IOC, IPC, and OCOG partnerships and collaborate across brand, hospitality, operations, PR, and agency partners.

You will lead activation strategy, develop training and guidelines, and prepare client-ready materials while ensuring milestones and budgets are met. Strong leadership and travel readiness are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years in sponsorship account management.
• Olympic/global sports experience preferred.
• Ability to travel up to 30%.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day management of IOC, IPC and OCOG partnerships.
• Coordinate activation strategy with client teams and agency partners.
• Develop Olympic/Paralympic partnership strategy and opportunities; assist in negotiations as appropriate.
• Lead the global Olympic and Paralympic property approvals program and training sessions.
• Develop client-ready materials, timelines, and ensure on-time delivery within budget.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to meet brand standards.
• Provide strategic recommendations on Olympic/Paralympic space for client and agency.
• Support Senior Account Director and account leadership.
• Lead and mentor direct reports.

Skills

Sponsorship management

Olympic experience

Client management

Contract negotiations

Event logistics

Travel readiness

MS Office

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Who We Are:

160over90 is an award-winning global marketing agency which forges stronger human connections and creates shared moments where people feel something real. With 800 thinkers, doers, and makers across every cultural corner of the world, the agency offers a full-service, channel-agnostic approach and a deep connection to the people, places, and properties that drive the conversation of tomorrow. 160over90 works with leading brands including AB InBev, Amazon, Coca-Cola, DP World, Macy’s, Marriott International, McDonald’s, Verizon and Visa. 160over90 is part of WME Group, a global representation business comprising the world’s leading talent, intellectual property and brands.

The Role and What You’ll Do:

Based in New York or LA, this Olympic & Paralympic Account Manager position will be part of a dedicated agency team responsible for managing sponsorship and marketing initiatives for a financial services client.

• Lead day-to-day management of client’s IOC, IPC and OCOG partnerships, assets and relationships
• Coordinate and manage activation strategy, planning and execution with client functional teams (brand, marketing, hospitality, operations, PR, etc.) and relevant agency partners in connection with client’s sponsorship platforms
• Participate in the development and implementation of Olympic and Paralympic partnership strategy and activation; evaluate additional sponsorship opportunities and support contract negotiations as appropriate
• Lead the global Olympic and Paralympic property approvals program on behalf of the client including development of guidelines and leading training sessions
• Develop client-ready materials, such as POVs, recommendations, detailed project plans, and manage timelines to ensure deadlines and deliverables are met and within budget
• Partner with internal divisions, external stakeholders, and third-party vendors as needed to ensure activities and services meet protocol and brand standards
• Provide strategic thinking and recommendations regarding the Olympic and Paralympic space for client and agency at large
• Provide support to Senior Account Director and Account Leadership on overarching account management and planning
• Lead and mentor direct reports

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 5-7 years of agency or client-based sponsorship account management experience
• Olympic and / or global sports experience and an understanding of the business of sports, sports media and sports marketing / sponsorship specifically related to the Olympic & Paralympic Games is strongly preferred
• Prior experience in managing the development and implementation of sponsorship marketing strategy and activation on behalf of a client or company
• Prior experience in managing day-to-day relationships with clients, agencies, and vendors
• Prior experience in sponsorship contract negotiations
• Understanding of and practical experience with event marketing operations and logistics
• Capable of managing multiple projects independently and diligently while delivering under time pressure towards pre-defined goals
• Excellent attention to detail, time management, written and oral communication skills
• Enthusiastic and flexible team-first player with a proactive approach
• Ability to travel 30% of the time
• Proficient in MS Office Suite

Per local requirements and in the interest of transparency, the rate shown below reflects the prevalent current hiring range for this position. Hiring pay rates are based on a number of factors, including location and may vary depending on job-related qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. The company strives to provide locally competitive rewards packages, which include base rate along with, as applicable, short- and long-term incentives, growth and developmental opportunities, and robust benefits, such as health care, retirement, vacation and other paid time off, and additional offerings.

Hiring Rate Minimum:

$63,750 annually (minimum will not fall below the applicable state/local minimum salary thresholds)

Hiring Rate Maximum:

$85,000 annually

160/90 is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that encourages applications from qualified, eligible candidates from all backgrounds and life experiences regardless of race, gender identity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.