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SIG MEMBERS
Partnerships Consulting Manager – Wasserman
We are currently looking for a Partnerships Consulting Manager to join our Consulting team in London. This role is responsible for playing a key role in the development of partnership strategy projects for brand and rights holder clients across EMEA within sport, entertainment, and culture. Projects could include but are not limited to: development of data-driven partnership strategies, valuing partnership rights and developing commercial strategies. All projects are likely to be consultative in nature, requiring outstanding creativity, a comfort with analytics and data, business savviness and an ability to serve and guide clients with confidence, quality and subject matter expertise.
Social Media Manager – Professional Triathletes Organisation
We are passionate, award-winning storytellers who are looking for a strong Social Media Manager to join our high-performing content team and help shape our creative journey.
Sponsorship Research and Insights Executive – Two Circles
Two Circles is a global sports agency, connecting fans with sport properties using data. We work with some of the world’s biggest sports organisations – including the NFL, Premier League, Formula 1, Wimbledon and UEFA – and have four times been named Sport Industry Agency of the Year.
Senior Social Media Manager – Little Dot Sports
Based in the heart of Shoreditch, we are an award winning digital content agency and media network who are currently on the lookout for a Senior Social Media Manager to join our Sports Team and work with a major motorsports client. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering best-in-class services, driving growth and achieving digital and wider organisational objectives.
RIGHTSHOLDERS
Partnerships Manager – Red Bull Racing & Red Bull Technology
As a member of the Red Bull Technology Partnerships team your responsibilities will include, but not limited to, establishing, and nurturing prosperous commercial relationships, and providing top-notch support for Partnership activation.
Senior Partnerships Manager (12M FTC) – The Football Association
We have a fantastic opportunity advertised within our Commercial division for a Senior Partnerships Manager to join the team on a fixed-term basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for the partnership management and rights delivery for partners of The FA. Who will be the lead relationship holder, having overall accountability for assigned sponsorship accounts.
Assistant Producer – ATP Media
We are looking to hire an Assistant Producer to work within the Live Production on the ATP Masters 1000, 500 & 250 tournaments, based in London. The Assistant Producer will play a key role in enhancing our live production gallery team in advance of and during events. ATP Media is looking for a dynamic, inquisitive, creative and positive team player for this position.
Senior Marketing Executive – The Jockey Club
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Marketing Executive to join our team driving revenue of our London courses through ownership, development, and execution of racecourse and raceday marketing plans with a focus on the iconic Betfred Derby Festival
Executive Assistant – British Horseracing Authority
The BHA is looking to recruit an Executive Assistant, assisting the Director of Communications and Corporate Affairs and the Chief Operating Officer. The EA will be the first point of contact both internally and externally. The role involves dealing proactively and effectively with a wide range of enquires promptly whilst supporting the Directors in their day-to-day activities.
Merchandising Partnerships – National Basketball Association (NBA)
Based in London, this role will assist the Global Partnerships Group with the day-to-day management of the European licensing business, including various NBA Store marketing and business development tasks and general group operational and administrative deliverables.
Director of Events – World Table Tennis
A huge opportunity is presented for an exceptional candidate to lead and shape a portfolio of major international table tennis events to be staged in England. We are seeking an exceptional, dynamic, creative individual to work with TT International Events, the Stakeholder Boards, all key event partners and lead an outstanding team of staff and volunteers.
Videographer – Surrey CCC
A new role to the business, your position will bring new levels of quality to the video output of Surrey CCC across the performance teams as well as the wider business. You will play a lead role to deliver best in class video content across all SCCC digital channels and support the delivery of key communications messages to target audiences.
Commerical Manager – Salford City AFC
We have an exciting opportunity available for someone to join Salford City as Commercial Manager, responsible for maintaining partner relationships and generating commercial income.
Partnership Marketing Executive – Newcastle United FC
This is an exciting time at Newcastle United as we look for talented individuals to help us on our journey. To help us deliver on our ambitious plans we have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Partnership Marketing Executive to support our Partnership Marketing team. As Partnership Marketing Executive, you will support with partnership marketing activities for a number of principle and global partners across the Men’s and Women’s football teams.
Women’s RWC, Programme Manager – World Rugby
We are looking for a Programme Manager reporting to the Head of Business Operations. The Programme Manager will support all departments within the LOC and have a close working relationship with central EventsCo Event Planning teams.
BRANDS
Influencer and Athlete Manager – SunGod
We are seeking a Community (Influencer and Athlete) Manager with a proven track record in establishing and expanding top-tier athlete and influencer programs to join the SunGod team. In this role, you will be responsible for cultivating and strengthening connections with a diverse global team of influencers and athletes within the sports and outdoors industry. Additionally, you will play a key role in identifying new profiles and developing innovative activation strategies, (both physical and digital), that complement SunGod’s marketing roadmap for 2024 and beyond.
Licensing Coordinator – EA Sports
EA SPORTS is one of the most iconic brands in entertainment – connecting hundreds of millions around the world to the sports they love through a portfolio of industry-leading video games. We are looking for a Licensing Coordinator to join us and support our teams working on some of the most recognised brands in sports and gaming, including EA Sports FC, Formula 1, WRC, and Real Racing 3.
Vice President, International Operations – Fanatics
As the Vice President of International Operations, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing and optimizing all facets of our global operations. Reporting directly to the President of Fanatics International, you will lead a diverse team and spearhead strategies to drive efficiency, growth, and profitability in our international markets. Your primary focus will be on harmonizing operations, managing cross-border logistics, and ensuring consistency in execution to achieve our strategic objectives.
Sports Information Assistant – Decathlon UK
This is a full-time on-site role in Coventry for a Sports Information Assistant. The Sports Information Assistant will be responsible for writing press releases, communicating with media, managing StatCrew, and creating sports-related content for Decathlon’s online and offline channels.
Sports Director – Paddy Power
The Paddy Power Online Sports Director is a critical role in the Paddy Power Commercial function and sitting in the Paddy Power Online Leadership Team. Reporting to the MD of Paddy Power Online, You’ll be leading the strategic and commercial decision making of the Sports Betting business of Paddy Power Online and you’ll be responsible for the commercial performance of the business.
Senior Marketing Manager – Fraser Group
Work in collaboration with the Head of Marketing in all of the marketing strategies and activities for Performance Sports focussing primarily on Running, Training and Outdoor each season, driving brand and commercial growth.
Sales Manager – Ascot Racecourse
Manage strategy and relationships with all hospitality agents and to be a key member of the fine dining management team;
MEDIA
Junior Production Manager – BBC Sport
We would welcome applications from experienced Production Co-ordinators looking to take the next step in their career. The successful candidate will work closely with other Production Managers, Unit Managers and Heads of Productions to deliver the broad range of content using specialist production management skills, knowledge and experience.
Sport Commissioning Editor – The Telegraph
As a key member of the Sports commissioning team you will be working across features, live output, news and opinion in a digital-first capacity, across a seven-day rota.
Team Leader – Sky Sports News
We are looking for a Team Leader to oversee Sky Sports News’ editorial planning team. You will play a central role in Sky Sports News’ newsgathering operation, working closely with the newsdesk and senior producers in shaping our news agenda. You will focus on people and performance management alongside building and maintaining key Sky Sports stakeholder relationships.
OTHER
Campaigner – Fossil Free Football
We are looking for a motivated and resourceful football climate activist with strong campaigning and communication skills. Are you concerned about the climate crisis, keen to help break the power of the fossil fuel industry and a football fan? Are you able to express complex problems in understandable language, influence the public, and get people excited about a fossil-free future? Then this role might be perfect for you.
Commercial Delivery Lead – Department for Culture, Media & Sport
DCMS is looking to strengthen its commercial capability and has an opportunity for a Commercial Lead with demonstrable experience in procurement and contract management to support and lead relevant activities. This is an opportunity to be involved in several exciting initiatives to improve commercial capability together with our ALB’s and business areas.
Golf Travel Specialist – Par5 Escapes
This is a full-time hybrid role as a Golf Travel Specialist. You will be responsible for communicating and coordinating travel packages to clients while providing excellent customer service. The role is located in London, but some remote work is acceptable. Your day-to-day tasks include organizing and booking golf packages, communicating with clients to ensure their travel needs are met, and developing and recommending customized travel packages that align with client preferences. Additionally, you will be responsible for maintaining client relationships by providing timely responses to their inquiries and concerns.
WORK AT SIG
Content & Marketing Executive
We are looking for a talented individual that is eager to have a major input across our multi-channel content and marketing; someone to help drive it forward from ideation, creation, and execution.
Working in my team, this is a fantastic opportunity for a good writer / digital content person with a 1-2 years experience to embed themselves in the industry.
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