Sport Jobs Round-up | 21-10-24

Welcome to the Sport Jobs Round-Up, your go-to source for the latest career opportunities in the world of sport, brought to you by Behind Sport.

Whether you’re an aspiring professional, a seasoned veteran looking for a change, or simply passionate about the industry, we’ve got you covered.

Organisation: Chelsea Football Club

Position: Creative Producer – Men’s First Team

Location: London, GB (On-site)

Salary: None listed

They are looking for a digital first producer to create content for the men’s first team primarily based at their training ground in Cobham. The goal is to raise the profile of the club, entertain fans, and crucially support the marketing team in delivering value for the club’s partners. All videos produced need to be in keeping with Chelsea’s brand, be of a high standard and be highly engaging for their global fan base.

Apply here.

Organisation: PUMA Group

Position: UK & Ireland Marketing Director

Location: Manchester, GB (On-site)

Salary: None listed

They’re on the hunt for a trailblazing Marketing Director to join their Senior Leadership Team. In this exciting role you’ll team up with local and group Marketing Teams to supercharge their brand in the UK&I, all while championing PUMA’s mission. This role is all about pushing the brand’s creative boundaries, building strong connections with consumers, and accelerating our market impact. You’ll be the driving force behind innovative strategies that will shape the future of our brand.

• Plan & develop marketing & communications strategy for UK&I Area, integrating cross functionally; aligning Brand, Wholesale and Retail across Europe and Global stakeholders;
• Develop comprehensive integrated marketing plans across Performance and Lifestyle categories, implementing seasonal and future global Marketing initiatives within the Area, as per defined Brand and commercial objectives;
• Supervise and manage the Area Marketing channel functions including Media, Wholesale Trade Marketing, Experiential, Influencer programmes, PR, Digital, Sports Marketing, Culture Marketing and Marketing Operations;
• Lead and develop team of passionate marketers with cross channel and category expertise;
• Represent the Area throughout the seasonal GTM process including the IMT milestones providing Area input and insights to optimize marketing category and channel execution;
• Achieve alignment on Area seasonal priorities across the key functions of Area Sales, DTC and Merchandising and execute in Area accordingly;
• Identify and develop solutions in regards to consumer insight and other research projects;
• Represent Area Marketing at key internal and external milestones where required;
• Maintain awareness of consumer trends and provide unique and creative solutions using this knowledge to reach our target demographic;
• Ensure UKI marketing grows brand desirability within the Area;
• Represent the brand and utilize the PUMA 4Keys (Fair, Honest, Positive, Creative) in all decisions, actions, processes and practices.

Apply here.

Organisation: WeAreNinety

Position: Account Director (Sport & Athlete Marketing)

Location: Manchester, GB (Hybrid)

Salary: None listed

WeAreNinety is seeking a top class operator, a driven and experienced Account Directorto lead key client relationships, ensure the successful delivery of high-impact sports marketing campaigns, and drive business growth.

The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker, great communicator, passionate about sports and thrive in a start-up sports marketing business. You will be responsible for maintaining strong client relationships, delivering against KPIs, and collaborating with internal teams & partners to ensure we consistently exceed expectations.

The dream candidate will have experience working in PR & Communications and Activation across numerous sports, with required experience working in Golf and Football! You will be joining WeAreNinety at an exciting period of growth and will have the opportunity to play a leading role in shaping our future!

Apply here.

Organisation: Marylebone Cricket Club

Position: Group Sales Executive

Location: London, GB (Hybrid)

Salary: None listed

Closing date: 28.10.24

A unique and exciting opportunity has arisen within their Premium Seating Department for a Group Sales Executive. The successful candidate will support the Head of Premium Seating and the wider Premium Seating and Marketing Departments, as well as Club Services, with group and Premium Seating sales across all fixtures at Lord’s. Particular focus will be given to Vitality Blast and international women’s fixtures, in support of a wider Club objective of driving further sales and increasing attendance at these fixtures.

The candidate will be required to possess previous administration and sales experience and an in-depth knowledge of MCC’s Premium Seating and ticket options. The role involves working closely with the Club Services Department as well as the MCC Marketing Department to achieve key sales targets.

Apply here.

Organisation: Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team

Position: Marketing Operations Driver Clothing Executive

Location: Brackley, GB (On-site)

Salary: None listed

Closing date: 3.11.24

The Marketing Operations Driver Clothing Executive is responsible for project managing driver styling planning and process for the Mercedes F1 Team. It involves working with the driver appointed stylists and team apparel partners to deliver clothing looks for collateral shoots, marketing appearances, trackside walk in looks and activations. It is also about managing relationships with our team clothing partner and driver management.

Apply here.

Organisation: Charlton Athletic Football Club

Position: Head of Football Administration

Location: London, GB (On-site)

Salary: None listed

They are currently recruiting for a Head of Football Administration to lead the growth and development of the club’s administration function.

This is a vital role where you will be responsible for leading and developing the administration department and have overall responsibility for a team that covers the men’s, women’s and academy teams.

They are looking for someone with extensive administration experience in a club or association with a strong understanding of EFL and FA regulations and a track record of running administration departments.

Apply here.

Organisation: B-Engaged

Position: Senior Athlete Marketing Executive

Location: London, GB (On-site)

Salary: None listed

B-Engaged is seeking a new Senior Athlete Marketing Executive. The position reports to the Brand & Comms Director and serves as a key member of the Brand Marketing team in the London office. You will develop upon the existing B-Engaged Athlete roster, proactively manage both talents and brands, from identifying potential new clients to reporting.

Apply here.

Organisation: Arsenal Football Club

Position: Senior Ticketing Manager

Location: London, GB (On-site)

Salary: None listed

They are looking for a Senior Ticketing Manager to play a pivotal role in our Ticketing and Venue Strategy team within their Venue department.

In this crucial role, you’ll be entrusted to oversee the day-to-day operation of their ticketing operations. You will enthusiastically take responsibility for ensuring their ticketing experience is best-in-class for their supporters, both on their online platforms and on a matchday. Working closely with their Head of Ticketing, you will make key contributions to their ticketing strategy and you’ll ensure that it’s delivered in line with their objectives.

Apply here.

Organisation: UFC

Position: International Business Development Coordinator

Location: London, GB (On-site)

Salary: None listed

The Global Partnership Coordinator, International supports the Global Partnerships sales team by continuously developing and refining internal partnership sales processes and workflow. This position will also assist the broader sales team through their researching and prospecting of new sponsorship brands and opportunities around the world.

As a Global Partnerships Coordinator, you will need to provide exceptional support and service to each of the key sales team and assist with sponsorship proposals. This position will also be responsible for the coordination and execution of creative ideation sessions with various team members and ensure the quality and creativity of global proposals are up to standard. This role will be an integral part of ongoing global sales discussions and conversion of prospects into commercial opportunities for the UFC.

Apply here.

Organisation: Tottenham Hotspur Football Club

Position: Visitor Attractions Sales & Planning Manager

Location: London, GB (Hybrid)

Salary: None listed

Closing date: 27.10.24

The Club is seeking a highly motivated and results-driven Visitor Attractions Sales Planning Manager. The role aims to maximise sales across their four visitor attractions, F1 DRIVE – London, Stadium Tours and The Dare Skywalk and Dare Skywalk EDGE. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sales strategy, inventory management, and dynamic pricing.

Key responsibilities include developing and implementing sales strategies to maximize ticket sales. You will utilize dynamic pricing and multi-attraction ticketing to optimize revenue. Proactively identifying and capitalizing on sales opportunities is essential to achieve targets.

Apply here.

Organisation: Tottenham Hotspur Football Club

Position: Digital Communications Coordinator

Location: London, GB (Hybrid)

Salary: None listed

Closing date: 8.11.24

The Foundation is seeking a Digital Communications Coordinator to support in overseeing its presence on the Club website and develop the Foundation’s social media presence through planning, production and distribution of compelling digital content showcasing how the Foundation inspires and empowers people living within our local communities to thrive. The role will also involve assisting with the Foundation’s digital marketing outreach.

Apply here.

Organisation: Sky Sports

Position: Head of Social Media, Brand (12 month maternity cover)

Location: London, GB (Hybrid)

Salary: None listed

As the Head of Social Media, Brand (Sports), you will play a pivotal role in transforming Sky Sports into a leading Sports Brand that not only delivers top-notch broadcasting but also engages younger and diverse audiences. Reporting directly to the leadership team, you will collaborate with the existing Head of Social Media & Audience Development to implement a fresh social media growth strategy, designed to attract and retain U35s and women.

Your team, working closely with the wider Sky Sports social team and agency partners, will produce high-impact paid, organic, and influencer-driven content that resonates with younger audiences and drives measurable business impact for Sky Sports.

Apply here.

Organisation: Birmingham City Football Club

Position: Strategy & Innovation Manager

Location: Birmingham, GB (On-site)

Salary: None listed

Birmingham City FC are looking for a passionate and knowledgeable Strategy & Innovation Manager.

Role Responsibilities:

• Strategic Programme Management: Lead and manage strategic projects across the club in partnership with key leaders, experts, and partners
• Collaboration and Communication: Create a unified approach to align business areas and projects across the club
• Innovation and Growth: Spearhead innovation initiatives by exploring new business models, products, and services to foster sustainable growth
• Process Optimisation: Evaluate and enhance existing processes to lower costs and improve efficiency
• Strategic Analysis: Conduct market research, competitor benchmarking, financial modelling, and data analysis to identify trends, mitigate risks, and uncover new business opportunities
• Reporting & Analysis: Develop and sustain a reporting framework for financial and non-financial metrics while collaborating with leaders across marketing, fan experience, finance, operations, and commercial departments

Apply here.

Organisation: Red Bull

Position: Athlete Marketing Manager

Location: London, GB (On-site)

Salary: None listed

This role will help to drive and manage Red Bull’s Athlete Marketing program, demonstrating to the consumer that Red Bull is the only brand that Gives Wiiings to the world’s most exciting and talented athletes. Credibly and effectively communicating the functional benefits of Red Bull products to sports interested consumers via a world-class athlete team. The roster covers diverse sporting playgrounds and a good knowledge understanding of the broader sporting landscape is key. The role will be also be focussing on potential new sporting opportunities within areas and sports we are not currently exposed through. In this role the Athlete Marketing Manager must enable their athletes to progress in their sport and fulfil their dreams.

Apply here.

Organisation: Ten Toes

Position: Social Media Manager

Location: London, GB (On-site)

Salary: None listed

Apply here.

That’s it for our Sport Jobs Round-up this week, good luck to everyone applying.

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