Senior Brand Partnerships & Strategy Manager

Global Sports Jobs Limited; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Generous paid time off

Paid parental leave

401k plan with matching

Healthcare: medical, dental, vision

Pet insurance and more

Annual discretionary bonus

Job summary

THE·TEAM is seeking a motivated professional to join a Brands Retainer Client team supporting a global account. The role focuses on partnership management, project coordination, client measurement and reporting, and delivering on timelines and budgets.

You will respond to client requests and provide excellent service, translating client needs into strategic plans while collaborating with cross-functional teams across sports, entertainment, and brands to drive growth and value.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience with a minimum of 3 years in account and project management.
• Robust understanding of sports property, rights, and media landscape.
• Up-to-date knowledge of the sports and entertainment landscape with awareness of current culture.
• Effective contract negotiation skills and familiarity with contract development.
• High-level proficiency with Microsoft Office and deck/budget tools.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-management, multi-tasking, and independent work capability.

Responsibilities

• Manages brand integration to understand and exceed client objectives.
• Maintains client and partner relationships to secure effective partnerships.
• Liaises with outside agencies to ensure smooth execution of programmes.
• Keeps stakeholders aligned with client growth plans and timelines.
• Develops strategic plans for clients to meet objectives and sell opportunities.
• Builds relationships to encourage new and repeat business.

Skills

Brand partnerships

Account management

Project coordination

Client relationships

PowerPoint

Excel

Negotiation

Communication

Multi-tasking

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

PM tools/web-based

Job description

THE·TEAM is seeking a motivated professional to join a Brands Retainer Client team supporting a global account. The role focuses on partnership management, project coordination, client measurement and reporting, and delivering on timelines and budgets.

You will respond to client requests and provide excellent service, translating client needs into strategic plans while collaborating with cross-functional teams across sports, entertainment, and brands to drive growth and value.