Soccer Partnerships Lead — Global Brand Programs (Hybrid)

Tech Sales Jobs; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Octagon is seeking a Senior Account Manager to lead client programs at the intersection of sports, entertainment, and experiential marketing. You will guide day-to-day strategic planning for our global soccer partnerships, including FIFA-related work, while coordinating with cross-functional teams on activation and budgeting.

The role requires 5-7 years in an agency, brand, or property, with strong communication skills and a collaborative, proactive approach.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years with an agency/brand on global sports campaigns.
• Strong verbal and written communication across audiences.
• Proven ability to build relationships with clients, vendors, and properties.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day strategic planning and program development.
• Develop budgets, trackers, and scopes of work.
• Manage FIFA program related routines across constituencies.
• Collaborate with Experiences team to activate programs.
• Oversee budgets, reports, inventory, meeting notes.

Skills

Agency experience

Brand partnerships

Strategic planning

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

Octagon is seeking a Senior Account Manager to lead client programs at the intersection of sports, entertainment, and experiential marketing. You will guide day-to-day strategic planning for our global soccer partnerships, including FIFA-related work, while coordinating with cross-functional teams on activation and budgeting.

The role requires 5-7 years in an agency, brand, or property, with strong communication skills and a collaborative, proactive approach.