Manager, Partnership Marketing

JOB TITLE: Manager, Partnership Marketing

DEPARTMENT: Partnership Marketing

REPORTING TO: Senior Director, Partnership Marketing

LOCATION: New York, NY

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Manager, Partnership Marketing, will drive impactful marketing campaigns and commercial revenues through the management and renewal of brand partnerships for New York City FC. The ideal candidate will be able to build strong relationships with brands and agencies for a growing portfolio of Partners to ensure they maximize the use of NYCFC rights and benefits to drive brand and business objectives.

The Manager, Partnerships Marketing will work closely with functional leads to deliver and optimize Partner rights including digital content, player appearances, immersive experiences, branding, tickets, hospitality and merchandise. They will also support the broader New York City FC and City Football Group Commercial Partnerships team in the packaging of Club assets linked to Partner renewals and new business pitches to drive commercial revenues.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Building strong relationships with Partners and their agency teams
• Develop deep understanding the brand and business objectives of each club Partner
• Proactive development of marketing concepts for Partners which leverage Club assets and platforms
• Ensure Partner initiatives adhere to the brand standards and guidelines of the Club
• Structure complex rights packages to meet partner objectives and lead associated negotiations
• Navigate complex negotiations and close partnership deals
• Meet and exceed personal and team quarterly and targets through renewal of existing partnerships
• Develop and maintain a relationship of trust and respect with key internal stakeholders within New York City Football Club to ensure delivery against Partner objectives
• Leverage CRM and analytical tools to ensure sustained Partner performance

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field required
• Three to five years of experience in property management in Sports, Entertainment or Media
• Showcase a proven track record of representing premium rights holders to deliver revenue growth
• Sound knowledge of sports sponsorship contracts and ability to create impactful partnerships
• Possesses a high degree of discretion, diligence, professionalism
• Excellent judgment in dealing with professional athletes from multiple nationalities
• Experience in the New York marketplace preferred
• Fluency in a second language preferred but not required

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Applicant must be able to comply with MLS Next Safety and Well-Being policy and any other applicable child safety policies provided to applicants by NYCFC
• Must be able to work games scheduled which may be at night and on weekends and holidays

COMPENSATION:

This exempt position has an estimated annual base salary range of $65,000 to $75,000. Final compensation offer amounts are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to demonstrated skill set, years and depth of relevant experience, and some role-dependent factors such as certifications and software expertise. We welcome direct conversations with each candidate about compensation in all of our initial calls

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Excellent health, dental & vision insurance, with options to fit you and your family’s needs
• Comprehensive and competitive benefit programs, including maternal & paternal leave
• Ancillary benefits: Commuter, gym membership, and Citi Bike discounts
• Your health is important! Our wellness strategy focuses on mental and physical wellbeing through in-office and virtual programs
• Four complementary tickets to every NYCFC home match
• Team outings, happy hours, and annual staff gatherings to celebrate our co-workers
• A dynamic, ambitious, and fun work environment

NEW YORK CITY FOOTBALL CLUB OVERVIEW:

At New York City Football Club (NYCFC), we are on a mission to build this City into one of the soccer capitals of the world. The Club was announced as Major League Soccer’s 20th franchise and is the first and only MLS team located within the five boroughs of New York City. The Club has qualified for the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs for the last seven consecutive seasons, winning the MLS Cup in 2021. Games are broadcast through MLS Season Pass, the unprecedented subscription service from Apple and Major League Soccer that will have every match of the MLS regular season, Audi MLS Cup Playoffs and Leagues Cup all in one place and with no blackouts. NYCFC’s combined 3.3 million social media following across Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Twitter is the second-highest among MLS clubs. For more information, please visit: https://www.nycfc.com/.

New York City Football Club is also one of 11 clubs comprising City Football Group and counts Manchester City FC, Melbourne City FC, Yokohama F-Marinos, Girona FC, Montevideo City Torque, Sichuan Jiuniu FC, Mumbai City FC, Lommel SK, Espérance Sportive Troyes AC and Palermo FC among its sister clubs.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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