Account Director 6 Month FTC

Based ineither London orAltrincham Cheshire to start inAugust 2026

Initial6-monthFTC with possibility ofbecomingpermanent

WHO WE ARE...

SPORTFIVE is a global agency working across sponsorships advertising talentactivationand hospitality within sports. Globally we have over 1200 employees who strategically and creatively connect brands rights-holders mediaplatformsand fans across Football F1 NFL NBA Golf Gaming and Esports Olympics and more.

Whether its supporting Premier League football clubs to secure their next front of shirt sponsor curating deals for brands to showcase their advertising during games televised to millions across the world or representing the best talent in our industry connecting sports organisations to incredible brands and partners is at the heart of heart we do.

Having been voted the No.1 most attractive sports marketing agency to work for three consecutive yearswereincredibly proud of our culture and the people that help to nurture it. If you want to help shape the future of the sports industry then we want to hear from you.

YOUR NEW JOB...

We are looking for an Account Director to join ourBrand Solutionsteamonan initial6-monthFixed Term Contractto lead clients in the management and activation of their globalsportspartnerships and direct client brand consultancy work.

Whilst this position is initially for a set6-monthtime period there is a possibility that this will transition into a permanent position.

You will join a team experienced in creating managing and activating creative sponsorship campaigns for brands and will work closely with premium rights holderstohelp themachieve their brand vision andobjectives. This isa great rolefor someone with strong marketing and partnerships experiencewitha passionandknowledge of the sports industry.

Please note that this is a full-time role & you must be eligible to work in the UK.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES...

Reporting into the Vice PresidentofBrandSolutions you willbe responsible forplanningdevelopingand managing core client partner rights and their activation programming including;

• Onboarding andestablishinga newglobalClient relationship with ongoing strategicmanagement

• Leading strategic partnershipplanningacross a new global partnership portfolio in racket sports

• Working closelywith internal stakeholders toestablisha cohesiveSportfiveservice offering to include but not limited to creative strategyand Playbook developmentand partnership measurement and reporting

• Developingmeaningful relationships with rightsholder partnersthroughinitialimmersionworkshops and on-going planning processes

• Establishingaclient frameworkanddeliveryprocessforsuccessparticularlyacross central globalactivationworkstreams

• Responsibility forestablishinga KPI framework aligned with clientobjectivestoincorporatethelevel ofclient reportingrequired and overseeingtheset-upof processes for aregularreporting cadencefromall sourcesthroughoutthe term

• Advising and shaping an approachforglobal activation of thepartnership platform and the application in local markets

• Workingon the development of partnershiplaunch planswith both the client and the rightsholders where applicable within the contracttimeframe

• Leadingclient liaison and settingmeeting cadence ensuring key stakeholders are brought in at regular intervals

• Managingpartnershipapprovals across multiple stakeholders

• Overseeing the planning and execution ofpartnershipevents and playerappearances on behalf of clients attending whererequired

• Managingclientglobalpartnership inventory includingallocatingthe most valuable & high-profile rights to deliver partnership objectives

• Managing client challenges and be the lead point for account troubleshooting

• Providing insight & knowledge on the latest sports marketing trends and innovation

• Helping to plan team resource to manage client workflows

WHAT YOULL BRING...

• Comprehensive multi-channel marketingstrategicaccount management / partnership activation experience (minimum10years)

• Demonstrable strategic planning skills and campaign planning experience

• Strong client management through experience of working with global multi-marketorganizations

• Agencyexperience would be an advantage but is not essential

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Flawless attention to detail

• Strongorganisationaland time management skills

• Excellent presentation skills creating and presenting strategy activation programming

• Have a real passion and knowledge for sport with a good understanding ofglobal racket sports

• Ability to work as part of a team as well as individually with strong leadership skills

• Must be available for travel

• Italian language would be beneficial but notessential

Dontfit all the criteriaDontworry! Our job adverts give you a flavour of what you can expect in the role but youdonthave to tick every box. We put a lot of focus on the importance of developing our people so if you thinkyoudbe a great fit for us then hit apply.

WHAT YOULL GET FROM US...

As well as the opportunity to join an organisation that invests in and rewards its staff provides an enjoyable working environment and offers genuine responsibility and scope to shape a role and add real valueyoullalso get...

• 25daysannual leave anadditionalgifted day over the Christmas period

• Full Vitality health cover including dentalopticaland mental health support

• Enhanced family leave entitlements

• Salary sacrifice pension scheme

• Hybrid flexible working model

• A day off for moving houseor getting married

• Regular social events such as summer and Christmas parties

• Employee AssistanceProgramme

THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS...

If your CV and cover letter match whatwerelooking forwellbe in touch to invite you to the next stage. Depending on the role the first interview may take place via Microsoft Teams or through our video interview platform.

If you are unsuccessful at the application stagewelllet you know by email.

We want every candidate to have the chance to perform at their best. If you wouldbenefitfrom any adjustments during the recruitment process please let your HR contact know or reach out confidentially atso we can support you.

SPORTFIVE are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We believe that different perspectives and experiences are the key to success. Our goal is to create an authentic and attractive work environment where everyone feels valued with a sense of belonging and encouraged to shape the future of the sports industry.

Required Experience:

Director

Employment Type : Contract
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1