Partnerships Manager

Brighton & Hove Albion is one of the Premier League’s most progressive clubs. Clear identity on and off the pitch. Strong leadership. Stable ownership. A commercial team that drives growth.

You will manage a portfolio of global partners, take ownership of key relationships, and lead the delivery of high-impact activations across the club’s commercial programme.

You will move beyond servicing. You will shape how partners activate, deliver value, and grow within the Brighton platform.

This is a hands-on, visible role. You will own partnership delivery end to end and work closely with brands to turn objectives into clear, measurable outcomes.

Why this role stands out

• You will manage and develop relationships with global partner accounts
• You will lead activation planning and delivery across matchdays, events, and campaigns
• You will play a direct role in driving partner value and long-term retention
• You will work within a Premier League commercial environment with clear direction
• You will have scope to influence strategy and identify new revenue opportunities

What you will do

• Deliver all contractual rights accurately and on time
• Lead regular partner meetings and present performance updates
• Work with internal teams to ensure seamless delivery across all touchpoints
• Track activity, assets, and performance through CRM systems
• Identify upsell, cross-sell, and renewal opportunities
• Support partners in achieving clear commercial outcomes

What makes you a strong fit

• Experience in partnerships, sponsorship, or account management within sport, media, or agency
• Proven track record delivering partnership rights and managing stakeholders
• Strong commercial awareness and ability to identify growth opportunities
• Confident communicator, able to work with senior stakeholders
• Highly organised and comfortable managing multiple projects

Are you are ready to step into a Premier League environment and take ownership of global partnerships?

If this role is of interest, then please press the apply button and include a copy of your CV.

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