Job Description

Gloucester Rugby is seeking a dynamic and driven Partnerships Executive to support the delivery and growth of the club's commercial partnerships. This role will be key in managing day-to-day partner relationships, ensuring contractual delivery, account management and contributing to long-term partnership success and revenue growth.

Key responsibilities

Account Management

:

o Act as main point of contact for an allocated portfolio of Gloucester Rugby partners

o Build and maintain strong relationships to ensure partner satisfaction and retention

o Manage partner communications, ensuring timely responses and proactive updates

Contract Fulfilment:

o Ensure all contracted rights are delivered in a timely manner and to a high standard (branding, digital, matchday activations, ticketing, hospitality etc)

o Collaborate with internal departments to fulfil partner commitments

Activation & Events:

o Support the planning and execution of partner activations, both on matchdays and through non matchday events

o Collaborate on creative ideas to help partners achieve their marketing and business goals through their association with Gloucester Rugby

Reporting & Evaluation:

o Track, measure, and report on partnership performance, including media valuation reports and updates on asset delivery

o Produce & provide regular updates and end-of-season reviews for each partner

New Business Support:

o Assist the Commercial team in developing pitch decks, presentations, and case studies for new business opportunities.

o Contribute insights and support on developing compelling partnership proposals

Miscellaneous:

o Track competitors and best in class sponsorship strategy and activation (within and outside the industry)

o Provide admin support for the Senior Partnerships Manager & wider commercial team where required

Health and Safety at Work

To comply with the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and associated legislation, you must adhere to the company's safety rules and procedures and take all reasonable care to protect the safety of yourself and others.

This job description is intended only as a guide to the main responsibilities and is in no way intended to restrict any individual in the performance of other duties as required by the Company.

Qualifications, Experience & Knowledge

Essential

o 1-2 years demonstrable experience in a similar role & industry

o Strong relationship management and interpersonal skills o Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple partners and projects simultaneously

o Strong written, verbal & interpersonal communication skills

o A positive, can-do attitude, with a proactive and solutions-oriented approach

o Ability to work matchdays and evenings/weekends as required

o Computer literate, with strong understand of Microsoft Office suite

o Full driving licence and passport

Desirable

o Passion for rugby or sports industry

o Knowledge of CRM systems and digital marketing tools

o Confidence in presenting to stakeholders and clients

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 28,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Employee discount Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Free parking Gym membership Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking
Application question(s):

Do you hold a full driving license?
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 01/08/2025
Reference ID: PE1