Commercial Partnerships Manager

Job Title: Commercial Partnerships Manager

Reports To: Vice President, Druid Sport KSA

Shape landmark sponsorship deals for one of the world’s most ambitious sports and entertainment developments

Druid Sport is an international sports marketing agency specialising in Strategy, Sales, and Events. With teams across Dublin, Lisbon, Geneva, Riyadh, and Beijing, our work spans some of the world’s most ambitious sports and entertainment projects.

We focus on delivering impact through strategic partnerships, innovative sponsor ships, and exceptional execution. In the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Druid is the exclusive Naming Rights & Sponsorship sales agency for the Sports Boulevard Project in Riyadh - the world’s largest linear park, stretching over 135 km from West to East across the city. As one of the most ambitious sports-led urban regeneration projects globally, it is central to Riyadh’s transformation.

We’re hiring a sharp, motivated Commercial Partnerships Manager to join our Riyadh team and lead high-value commercial partnerships across the Sports Boulevard portfolio.

This is not a support role - we’re looking for someone with hands‑on experience managing or selling sponsor ships, whether on the brand side, rights holder side, or at a sports marketing agency. You’ll work directly with senior brand leaders, develop tailored proposals, and help close multi‑million‑dollar deals.

You’ll report into the VP and play a frontline role in shaping Druid’s commercial footprint in Saudi Arabia.

• Lead the sales outreach to key brand prospects across priority sectors (banking, auto, airlines, tech, real estate, etc.)
• Own the full sales cycle - from prospecting and pitch to negotiation and close
• Collaborate with sponsorship strategy and marketing team to shape compelling propositions.
• Build customised proposals and sales materials in collaboration with internal teams
• Manage and maintain an active pipeline using CRM tools and regular reporting
• Represent Druid Sport in meetings with CMOs, agencies, and C‑suite executives
• Provide commercial insight into brand strategy and how sponsor ships can drive tangible value
• Support wider business development for Druid Sport across the KSA market
• Attend key meetings, events, and showcases across KSA and the wider GCC
• Support partner onboarding and activation planning, ensuring long‑term value delivery

• 5+ years of experience in sponsorship sales or partnership management
  • Experience may be on the brand, rights holder, or agency side
• Strong track record of closing B2B sponsorship or marketing deals
• Fluent in Arabic and English - essential
• Confident presenter, able to engage senior decision‑makers with credibility
• Comfortable navigating complex organisations and long sales cycles
• Strong commercial instincts and a clear understanding of how brands evaluate partnerships
• Existing relationships within KSA’s brand and media ecosystem
• Familiarity with sports, entertainment, or cultural sponsorship in the region
• Saudi Nationals are strongly encouraged to apply

• Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative, team‑first mindset
• Organised, self‑motivated, and effective in a fast‑paced environment
• Competent intermediate to advanced level with Microsoft Office package in particular Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Experience using CRM systems and managing sales reporting
• Based in Riyadh or willing to relocate

• A high‑impact role with Sports Boulevard - one of the world’s most exciting sports and lifestyle developments
• Exposure to global brands, government stakeholders, and iconic sports IP
• Direct access to Druid Sports senior leadership and strategic decision‑making
• Competitive salary and a performance‑based bonus structure