Partnerships Director - Sport​/Luxury

Overview

London | Hybrid

We’re partnering with a new, globally backed international sports business who are looking for 2 x senior commercial hires (1 x B2B and 1 x B2C).

This is a well-funded, purpose-led organisation building a global events calendar from the ground up. The business is focused on premium experiences, modern storytelling and long-term partnerships.

As Sales Director – Partnerships, you will lead the acquisition of founder and global partners, selling high-value, multi-year partnerships to organisations looking to engage an ultra-high-net-worth international audience through sport, content and live experiences.

This is not a role for someone building a network from scratch. A strong, active book of client-direct relationships is essential – either B2B e.g. Tech, Finance etc. or B2C e.g. luxury fashion, jewellery, travel etc.

Partnerships are bespoke and creatively led, supported by embedded creative strategy – not pre-packaged inventory. You will initially operate as an individual contributor, with a clear path to building and leading a team as the organisation scales.

• Personally originating and closing high-value, global sponsorship partnerships
• Leveraging an established network of direct brand and client-side decision-makers to open doors quickly
• Working closely with creative strategy to shape innovative, executable propositions
• Operating confidently in a founder-stage environment with evolving structure and process
• Playing a key role in shaping the long-term commercial model of the organisation

• Proven track record selling seven-figure sponsorship or partnership deals
• Comfortable selling vision, access and future value – not just inventory
• Experience with in sport, live events, media or premium experiential environments

Hybrid working: This role requires 3-days per week in their new Mayfair offices.

Compensation
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They have a competitive base salary + 40% commission allocated for this hire.

If you have a relevant profile for this role, we will be in touch within 5 working days. Our client is not able to offer sponsorship, so you will need right to work in the UK.