Sports Recruitment International

An exciting opportunity for a sponsorship communications executive to join an innovative sponsorship / brand experience agency that builds integrated campaigns around ideas with experiences at the heart.

The role will be split with 50% of the role dedicated to a large key account and 50% dedicated to the agency’s business development and marketing and will focus on using multiple channels of communication, internal and external, to raise the profile of the company’s brand and products. 

Working with the client’s global communications team, the successful candidate will develop the communications strategy, develop content across multiple platforms including press releases, articles, marketing copy, web copy and external and internal presentations as well as identifying developing innovative campaigns focused on using communications to increase ROI for the sponsorship portfolio.

Candidate Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years PR experience (agency or client side)
• Outstanding written communications
• Demonstrated ability to develop strategy, campaigns and tactics as well as activate them
• Demonstrated understanding of online media and how it fits into a fully integrated PR Campaign
• International experience, working with or within other nationalities/countries a plus
• Able to work in a constantly changing environment with plans and decisions moving at last minute
• Ability to work with various teams to deliver one outcome
• Demonstrated understanding of the role sponsorship plays in the marketing mix
• Willingness to work flexible work hours, including weekends
• Outgoing personality who can sell themselves and the brand they represent
• A team player able to nurture relationships in order to deliver ‘out of the ordinary’ work

The Candidate Must Possess:

• A passion about sponsorship & brand experiences
• Knowledge of networks and influencers
• Creative and innovative but practical ideas
• Strong presentation skills and the ability to interact with people at all levels of an organisation
• Exceptional written communication skills
• Strong influencing skills
• Great interpersonal skills
• Proactive approach
• Ability to prioritise, multi-task, be flexible and work under pressure
• High standards and attention to detail
• Excellent time and project skills

How to Apply:

To apply candidates should send the following:

• Letter of application highlighting relevant experience
• Up to date curriculum vitae
• Details of current remuneration

 

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