Senior Broadcast Operations Manager – FA

We are excited to be searching for a Senior Broadcast Operations Manager, who will oversee and lead the scheduling, production and rights delivery for broadcast partners for the BWSL/BWC and Conti Cup.

This is an exciting role as you will also manage all relevant stakeholders at a time of transformational growth for the Women’s Professional Game in England as the BWSL/BWC progress to NewCo.

What will you be doing?

  • Work with domestic and international broadcasters and production partners to manage relationships and implement all women’s multi-platform football programming – across Barclays Women’s Super League (BWSL), Barclays Women’s Championship (BWC) &Continental Tyres League Cup.
  • To ensure broadcast contracts are effectively managed.
  • Oversee all output including live matches across linear and digital platforms, highlights, shoulder and magazine programming.
  • To oversee broadcast operations for every round of the BWSL – including upload of content to FTP sites, highlights, live match streaming – communicating to stakeholders of where and when content is available.
  • Manage all broadcasters on event day including accreditations, access, studio requirements, match day reporters and interview requests, mixed zone, flash and super flash. Liaising with the host stadium and club in conjunction with the broadcast production manager.
  • Oversee the broadcast picks for all televised and streamed matches, working closely with football operations department, host broadcasters, clubs and production partners.
  • To manage the relationship with production partner and media archive directory as well as technical services and any future tender requirements.
  • Analyse viewing figure trends and understand key industry and consumer trends that will influence the sector in the future, across technology, platform, production and distribution.
  • Manage production budgets and raise PO’s where applicable.
  • Clearance of footage for FA channels.
  • Increase opportunity to watch women’s football across all platforms.
  • Ensure all broadcast regulations are correct and up to date for all competitions and work with licensing and compliance department on annual refresh of regulations in line with broadcast contract requirements.
  • To oversee the recruitment and training of match managers.
  • Support clubs with all broadcast queries and requests.
  • Executes additional tasks as required in order to meet FA Group changing priorities.
  • Comply with all company policies and procedures to ensure the highest standards of health, safety and wellbeing can be maintained.
  • As part of The FA’s commitment to ensuring a safe environment for everyone in football, every employee will be required to complete a DBS check. The level of the check required will be based on the activity of the specific job role and in line with legislation and government guidance.

What are we looking for?

Essential for the role:

  • Experience of television operations ideally in sports industry.
  • Good understanding of the broadcasting industry covering; media rights, scheduling, production, ITT and operational delivery.
  • Experienced in budget management.
  • Excellent communication, organizational & project management skills.

Beneficial to have:

  • Experience working in a commercial environment.
  • Ability to build relationships and manage conflict effectively.
  • Understanding of the football industry.
  • Flexible approach to working hours.

What’s in it for you?

We are committed to ensuring everyone can flourish in their roles, to achieve this we have unique office spaces under the arch of the iconic Wembley National Stadium, which is the home of English Football. We are also delighted to offer a world-class, Elite Performance Centre, St. George’s Park in Staffordshire which is an exceptional setting to develop and inspire high-performing England teams and leaders.

We pride ourselves in offering a competitive salary as well as great opportunities to develop and grow in your role. But that is not all; we also have a range of exciting benefits, some of which can be found below:

  • Access to event day tickets at Wembley Stadium, alongside a host of regular internal events throughout the season encouraging you to connect and learn with your colleagues and look after your mental health and wellbeing.
  • Free, nutritious lunches, at Wembley Stadium and St. George’s Park.
  • Free private medical cover.
  • A contributory pension scheme.
  • An additional Thank You days leave, volunteering days as well as 25 days annual leave.
  • A hybrid working model offering flexibility on where you work.

For more information on what it is like to work at The FA, please visit our FA Careers page, https://www.thefa.com/about-football-association/careers

Our Organisation

The Football Association [The FA] is the not-for-profit governing body of football in England. It is responsible for promoting and developing every level of the game, from grassroots through to the professional game, and generates significant revenue to support investment into English football each year.

The FA oversees England international teams across men’s, women’s, youth and disability football, as well as running the National League System and FA Competitions including the Emirates FA Cup, Barclays FA Women’s Super League, FA Women’s Championship, and Vitality Women’s FA Cup, and the world-class facilities of Wembley Stadium and St. George’s Park, all with a purpose to Unite the Game and Inspire the Nation.

We currently work within a hybrid working model whereby the expectation is to work from your contractual location for part of the week, and as and when required by the team. The remaining days can be worked remotely. We will continue to monitor this model and it may be adjusted in future if deemed necessary.

Your contract with The FA will specify a fixed location of either Wembley Stadium, St. George’s Park or our Processing Centre, unless the role is advertised as a homebased contract. The contractual location of this role can be found at the top of this advert on our FA vacancy page.

The FA, For All, For You

Our equality, diversity and inclusion strategy forms an integral part of our long-term commitment to using our influence across English football to create a game free from discrimination.

A Game For All outlines three key strategic commitments – Lead the Change, Be the Change, and Inspire the Change – which will ensure tackling discrimination remains a core priority for English football for years to come.

We are a diverse workplace, aspiring to represent football across the country. The Football Association actively promotes inclusion and diversity, encouraging you to be the best version of yourself at work.

We welcome applications from everyone and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements in respect of the recruitment or interview process, please mention this during your application.

As part of The FA’s commitment to ensuring a safe environment for everyone in football, every employee will be required to complete a DBS check. The level of the check required will be based on the activity of the specific job role and in line with legislation and government guidance

Chief Technical and Information Officer – New Zealand Rugby

New Zealand Rugby (NZR) is an iconic New Zealand sports organisation with a team committed to ensuring that our national game is run smoothly and effectively. They lead, support, grow and promote New Zealand’s game, striving for rugby teams in black that are unrivalled on the global stage. Embedded in their success is a high-performance system that produces the world’s best talent, competitions that fans love, and a community game at the heart of it that continues to connect with all communities.

NZR are seeking a highly experienced and dynamic Chief Information and Technology Officer (CITO) to join their organization on a 6-9-month fixed term contract basis. As the CITO, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the Technology Team, managing a team of professionals with a specific focus on ensuring successful project delivery, and driving strategic initiatives. This position requires exceptional leadership skills, technical expertise, and a strategic mindset to guide NZR through its digital transformation journey.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high performing, lean and dynamic Technology team, and lead them as they are entering into delivery phase two of NZR’s digital journey – shaping the digital future of NZR!

Key responsibilities:

Team Management – Lead and manage a diverse team of IT professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture. Fostering a culture of innovation, creativity, and continuous improvement within the team.

Strategic Focus – Execute the organisation’s IT strategy, providing strategic guidance on IT investments, budget allocation, and resource planning. Collaborate with executive leadership to develop and implement long-term technology roadmaps. Maintain a thorough understanding of cybersecurity practices and ensure compliance with data protection regulations.

Project Delivery – Oversee the delivery of IT projects, ensuring they are completed within scope, budget, and timeline. Develop and maintain project management methodologies, standards, and best practices.

Enterprise-Wide Engagement – Foster collaboration and cross-functional alignment to drive enterprise-wide engagement and adoption of IT initiatives.

Key requirements:

  • Proven experience as a Chief Information and Technology Officer or a similar leadership role.
  • Strong background in managing and leading IT teams, driving organisational change, and delivering complex projects.
  • In-depth knowledge of IT infrastructure, systems, and emerging technologies.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic IT plans aligned with business objectives.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to effectively manage stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
  • Familiarity with data protection regulations and cybersecurity best practices

This is an incredible opportunity for someone to help drive digital change for this world leading sports organisation.

In addition to a competitive remuneration package, NZR offers an excellent culture, training and development opportunities and other rugby related benefits.

Event Manager – UEFA

The Event Manager (Event Lead) plans and manages the event for which they are responsible, in close cooperation with internal and external stakeholders.

Key responsibilities:

Project management
– Devising a strategy and project implementation concept for the event, including scope, deliverables, project risks and dependencies
– Assuming all project management duties, including planning the event and setting milestones
– Assuming project budget responsibility
– Agreeing on service levels and resource usage with internal competence centres, including a staff deployment plan
– Planning, preparing, overseeing and closing the event in general
– Running UEFA’s project team during the preparation stage and on-site
– Overseeing, guiding and aligning all subprojects (competence centres) involved in the event
– Ensuring delivery of the event in line with the objectives
– Negotiating with stadium suppliers
– Conducting the debriefing
– Closing the event accounts in close cooperation with the Finance Division
– Running a project team in a matrix structure and being accountable for the successful operation of the event
– Establishing the stadium requirements for the bidding process
– Providing a technical evaluation of all bid dossiers

Venue management
– Allocating venue facilities to the various target groups
– Providing all stakeholders with key information about the venue
– Planning, conducting and overseeing site visits
– Compiling advertising cover-up requirements to be shared internally and with the LOS
– Drawing up the requirements for disabled access in conjunction with the Centre for Access to Football in Europe (CAFE) and the venue itself in consultation with the Social & Environmental Sustainability Division
– Assisting the venue director in meetings with the (potential) finalist clubs

Dialogue partner with the LOS/external stakeholders
– Acting as the main contact for the LOS and other internal and external stakeholders

Profile:

Experience required:
– from 4 to 6 years / event and/or venue manager working on major sports events, including at least 4 years as event project leader
– more than 7 years / in the sports industry, including at least 2 years in football

Education:
– Bachelor’s In marketing, sports management or the event industry

Languages:
– English / Proficient

Additional requirements:
– Budget Management / Proficient
– MS Excel / Proficient
– MS Outlook / Proficient
– MS PowerPoint / Proficient
– MS Word / Proficient
– SAP / Advanced
– Project Management / Proficient
– Strong leadership, communication and negotiation skills
– Good project management skills
– Works well under pressure and remains calm in stressful situations
– Enjoys working in a multicultural team environment
– Able to identify and evaluate existing or potential problems
– Available to travel
– General knowledge of football
– Languages other than English would be an advantage

Head of Marketing Partnerships – FIFA

As the organiser of some of the biggest and most iconic sport events in the world we lead the way in the sport and event industry.

We are now looking for a Head of Marketing Partnerships that is part of FIFA and supports us on our mission.

The Head of Marketing Partnerships leads the team responsible for the relationships and account management of FIFA’s key commercial affiliates (Partners, Sponsors, regional and event supporters).

FIFA has the largest and most valuable global sponsorship program in world sport. This proven partnership leader is accountable for designing and implementing the strategy and framework to ensure world-class partner management & rights delivery across all FIFA tournaments and events.

These are your key tasks:

  • Lead and evolve FIFA’s approach to Partnership Management anchored in a strategic relationship model that is pro-active and innovative.
  • Foster, grow and strengthen the relationships across FIFA Commercial Affiliates’ sponsorship management counterparts, activation teams and agencies.
  • Identify & develop impactful marketing programs across multiple mediums (e.g. experiential, digital, retail, CSR, tech & innovation) that drive brand & business results for partners and elevates the fan experience at FIFA events.
  • Lead the planning & delivery of key marketing rights & obligations for Commercial Affiliates across all FIFA tournaments, events and platforms in close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
  • Collaborate with the Partnership Sales team on negotiating Commercial Affiliate renewals, and support the sales process and onboarding of new partners.
  • Develop strong understanding of commercial affiliates’ core business priorities and marketing objectives to ensure optimum alignment, support and results.
  • Ensure robust understanding across relevant teams of our Commercial Affiliates’ specific product categories and competitive protections.
  • Oversee the management, delivery and tracking of FIFA Commercial Affiliates’ rights, assets and commitments across the term of contract.
  • Lead the debrief and review process with partners following major tournaments and activations.
  • Contribute to any contract updates & rights re-negotiations required with incumbent affiliates.
  • Lead, support and develop a high-performing, positive and engaged team of partnership managers and account support staff.
  • Implement and evolve department processes and systems to maximise efficiency & effectiveness.
  • Manage relevant department and event budgets and forecasting.
  • Contribute to event data, brand tracking and market and competitive analysis.
  • Identify and shape collaboration and integration opportunities for commercial affiliates and FIFA.

The specific competencies and experience we require for this position are:

  • 10+ years of experience leading a global sponsor management portfolio, rights delivery and client servicing for a major international rights holder
  • Proven experience managing major partnerships across global territory and multi-term deals
  • Extensive experience managing multinational partners, including having directly managed blue chip brand sponsors headquartered in North America, Europe and Asia-Pacific
  • Proven experience managing and supporting contract renewals of major partnerships ( ie negotiated contracts over USD100m value)
  • Track record of delivering rights and client servicing programs at major international events or tournaments
  • 8+ years of leading and developing a large sponsorship account management team (>10 team members) who service a global portfolio of partners
  • Experience also working ‘client-side’ within marketing, events or sponsorship at a global company or agency
  • Previous experience working with and/or for any of FIFA’s major global partners or sponsors will be viewed positively
  • Cross-functional experience delivering marketing communications, activation programs, or event campaigns leveraging a mixture of online and offline channels, experiential, digital, social and traditional media
  • Experience overseeing the campaign approval systems and processes for major global and local sponsor brands
  • Experience managing complex stakeholder relationships at all levels including C-Suite
  • University degree in relevant area
  • Fluent in English, proficiency in any other FIFA language (F/ES/GER) is an asset
  • Inspirational and motivational leadership style, with excellent team building, team management and development skills
  • Willingness and ability to travel frequently and work across multiple time zones

Fédération Internationale de Football Association, FIFA-Strasse 20, 8044 Zurich

Ticketing Manager – SailGP

SailGP is the world’s most exciting racing on-water. The annual, global championship – established in 2018 and now in its third season – features national teams battling in short, intense races at iconic stadium-style venues across the globe.

The high-tech, high-speed action features the sailing’s best athletes racing in identical hydrofoiling F50 catamarans, flying at speeds approaching 100 km/h who compete for the sport’s top prize money, with US$4.3 million at stake over the season.

SailGP also races for a better future, championing a world powered by nature. In 2020, SailGP set a new standard as the first climate positive sports and entertainment property and began delivering actions and innovations that advance the global adoption of clean energy. Underpinning the organization’s purpose-driven agenda is a diversification of the league, with the goal of immediately progressing gender and racial equity and inclusivity.

SailGP is a global organization with defined values that shape the culture of its diverse team: deliver quality, break boundaries, make an impact, stand together and strike a balance.

The Role:

The SailGP Commercial team is looking for a Ticketing Manager who will help plan, manage, and execute all commercial ticketing operations at SailGP events. The Ticketing Manager will be working with internal departments, outside vendors, partners, and local teams to coordinate, plan, build and deliver all SailGP events.

Responsibilities:

  • Reports to the Head of Ticketing and works closely with a wide range of other internal operations team members to deliver a holistic SailGP spectator ticketing program.
  • Manage content on event pages on SailGP’s website.
  • Working across the event build process on our suppliers ticketing platform including seat configurations & inventory management.
  • Support the management of access control planning and delivery across all venues.
  • Oversee the delivery of all operational components of the ticketing project plan, including working closely with venues and our ticketing provider to develop a detailed venue specific ticketing operations manual for all events.
  • Successfully delivering the ticketing operations across all events.
  • Acting as the ticketing point of contact during events.
  • Working with the Head of Ticketing and Finance department in the reconciliation of all ticket revenues.
  • Copy write for event pages and ticketing communications.
  • Assist in sourcing concessions and activations for race stadiums.
  • Train all onsite staff as it relates to ticketing operations.
  • Setup of box office equipment onsite including, but not limited to Scanners, PDQs, Tablets, etc.
  • Onsite administrative tasks including, but not limited to ordering wristbands, tokens, etc.
  • Manage leasing with external agencies i.e. Official Spectator Boat Suppliers, etc.

Background

  • Significant technical ticketing experience, including working for a large-scale events for sports and/or entertainment industries with a focus on operational planning and delivery.
  • Significant experience of ticket planning and sales processes across multiple venues and internationally.
  • Experience of inventory management across multiple events.
  • Experience with temporary events in non-permanent venues.
  • Demonstrable strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience of working across internal and external departments and stakeholders
  • Experience with the latest ticketing technologies.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills, the ability to influence others and manage relationships.
  • Ability to build strong relationships with local vendors, suppliers, contractors.
  • Strong working knowledge of MS office, Adobe, Keynote, Google Drive
  • Strong working knowledge or iPads, PDQs, and basic networking knowledge
  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent qualifications required.

Attributes

  • Strong strategic thinking capabilities with demonstrated problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to operate both independently and in a collaborative, team environment.
  • Entrepreneurial and passionate with a desire to exceed expectations.
  • Superior organisation, prioritisation and project management skills.
  • Extremely strong attention to detail with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines with limited supervision.
  • Ability to work effectively and thrive in a fast-paced, start-up environment.
  • Self-starter, action-oriented, resourceful; can take a project or program from start to completion.
  • Champion an inclusive environment where diversity is valued.
  • Advocate and promote SailGP Values and contribute to a positive culture.
  • Operate with a financially responsible mindset and strive for the commercial sustainability of SailGP.
  • Consider how each team action contributes to Better Sport, Better Planet
  • Culturally sensitive and able to effectively work globally.
  • Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
  • Must be able to work events from start to finish throughout the year including nights, weekends, holidays.

Location: London, United Kingdom

Finance & Operations Officer, East Asia Pacific – Cricket Australia

Working for Cricket Australia means that you become a part of Australia’s proud history and help us look toward the future. We are seeking to drive bold, transformative change in digital experiences, junior participation, culturally diverse inclusion, gender equality and sustainability, re-imagine the W/BBL, build player connection through storytelling and play our part in developing the game globally.

Our purpose is clear; to unite and inspire everyone to love and play cricket. Cricket is so much more than just a game; it brings people together and binds us all through our shared experiences.

This is your opportunity to join a purpose led organisation that truly makes a difference to Australians. Cricket Australia also supports the growth of the game overseas, with a small team dedicated to delivering the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) Global Development Programme.

The ICC is the global governing body for cricket, one of the most watched sports in the world. Representing 108 Members, the ICC governs and administrates the game and works with its Members to grow the sport. The ICC is also responsible for the staging of all ICC World Cups. The Global Development Team is responsible for leading the growth and development of cricket in the ICC’s Associate Members. The ICC has an inspiring growth strategy with ambitious objectives, and this role is a unique opportunity to inspire and support the growth of cricket in the East Asia Pacific (EAP).

ABOUT THE ROLE

As part of this support and due to an internal promotion, we are seeking applications for the role of Finance & Operations Officer – East Asia Pacific (EAP).

We’re looking for someone to help implement the provisions of the ICC Development Funding Policy and ICC Membership criteria, deliver Regional Pathway events, oversee the annual data census, and manage a range of special projects within the EAP. If you’re motivated and enthusiastic, we want to hear from you. We have big ambitions for this space, so we’re looking for drive, passion, and energy to bring our plans to life.

Reporting to the Development Manager – EAP, you’ll be responsible for:

  • Managing the ICC Development Funding Policy, including oversight of Member budgets and reporting requirements, and delivery of operational plans
  • Planning, budgeting, and delivery of all regional qualifying events across all formats (i.e., Senior Women’s, Senior Men’s, U19 Women’s, and U19 Men’s)
  • Coordinating the annual ICC data collection and verification process for census and funding purposes
  • Using participation, performance, and financial data collected from Members to effectively monitor and evaluate progress against the ICC Global Growth Strategy, analyse trends and highlight opportunities and issues
  • Supporting delivery of key projects, regionally and globally, that arise out of the ICC Growth Strategy

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
  • At least two years event management experience, including excellent organisational and planning skills with a keen eye for detail
  • Strong project management experience
  • Strong budget and general financial management skills
  • Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to work with a diverse group of stakeholders
  • Willingness to travel and work weekends and public holidays as required
  • Motivated and enthusiastic attitude
  • Exceptional time management skills including the ability to work remotely and independently
  • A passion for sport with an understanding of and experience in the sports industry, particularly a regional, national or international federation, is highly desirable

Please note this position is open only to applicants who have a current right to work in Australia.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Our employees at Cricket are gifted an additional week of leave at the end of the season! As a CA employee, you will also have other benefits including:

  • Tickets to the Cricket for you to take your friends and family and experience Australia’s favourite game!
  • A flexible working environment, meaning we strike the balance of what you need and what works for the business (this isn’t limited to working remotely)
  • Discounts from our partners such as ASICS and salary packaging options
  • A multitude of leave types including paid parental leave and volunteer leave

THE IMPORTANT STUFF

Cricket is a sport for all Australians and our workplace reflects that. We recognise our differences are our strength and a diverse and inclusive workforce is fundamental to our success. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people of colour, women, LGBTIQ+ people, people with diverse religious beliefs and people with a disability to apply.

Australian Cricket, including Cricket Australia, is committed to being a child safe organisation and requires all team members to hold a valid Working with Children Check.

Digital Content Strategy & Analytics Lead – NBA

The NBA is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace. To safeguard our employees and their families, our visitors, and the broader community from COVID-19, and in consideration of recommendations from health authorities and the NBA’s own advisors, any individual working onsite in our New York and New Jersey offices must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. The NBA will discuss accommodations for individuals who cannot be vaccinated due to a medical reason or sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance.

Position Summary: This position is part of a growing Digital Content Strategy & Business Intelligence team whose mission is to provide data-backed direction on how the NBA can best exploit content in pursuit of its business goals. In this specific role, your responsibility will be to lead content reporting and optimization across social and digital platforms. Your focus will be on enabling better data-driven decision-making through analytics for the Content, Product and Strategy teams focused on increasing engagement, retention, and revenue across our digital properties. Success in the role requires a keen ability to connect dots, tell stories through data and close the gap between research and actionable insights.

Major Responsibility:

  • Oversee and manage weekly, monthly and ad hoc reporting of content performance across the social and digital assets of the NBA, WNBA, NBA 2K League and NBA G League
  • Contribute data-driven strategies to drive the growth of NBA fans and subscribers through innovative product features, content initiatives, and marketing/communication efforts
  • Research and analyze performance by content type, platform, demographics, etc. that drive critical decision-making
  • Collaborate with data strategy team to build and maintain visual dashboards that track key initiatives, enable self-service data discovery and help communicate findings across the company
  • Provide strategic recommendations to Content publishers, Product managers, business strategy and marketing leads based on content analysis
  • Research platform trends (i.e. new social platform features), competitive performance across brands and user behavior (i.e. change in consumption patterns over time across certain demographics) to inform NBA’s holistic content strategy approach
  • Communicate insights and recommendations to leadership in a clear and concise manner

Required Skills/Knowledge:

  • 4+ years working in an analytical, research or content marketing role
  • Demonstrated ability to conduct data analysis, deliver actionable insights, and work directly with stakeholders to implement and measure recommended actions
  • Knowledge of and experience with social media and digital analytics, listening and measurement tools (i.e. – Adobe, CrowdTangle, Facebook Insights, YouTube Analytics, etc.)
  • Experience with data visualization platforms such as Tableau and Power BI is preferred Working knowledge of SQL, Python or R is a plus Technology-savvy with an understanding of evolving media and content landscape and trends
  • Oversee and manage weekly, monthly and ad hoc reporting of content performance across the social and digital assets of the NBA, WNBA, NBA 2K League and NBA G League
  • Contribute data-driven strategies to drive the growth of NBA fans and subscribers through innovative product features, content initiatives, and marketing/communication efforts
  • Research and analyze performance by content type, platform, demographics, etc. that drive critical decision-making
  • Collaborate with data strategy team to build and maintain visual dashboards that track key initiatives, enable self-service data discovery and help communicate findings across the company
  • Provide strategic recommendations to Content publishers, Product managers, business strategy and marketing leads based on content analysis
  • Research platform trends (i.e. new social platform features), competitive performance across brands and user behavior (i.e. change in consumption patterns over time across certain demographics) to inform NBA’s holistic content strategy approach
  • Communicate insights and recommendations to leadership in a clear and concise manner
  • Knowledge of basketball and a passion for the NBA and sports is helpful and welcome

Education:Bachelor’s DegreeSalary Range: [[$160,000.00 – $180,000.00]]We Consider Applicants For All Positions On The Basis Of Merit, Qualifications And Business Needs, And Without Regard To Race, Color, National Origin, Religion, Sex, Gender Identity, Age, Disability, Alienage Or Citizenship Status, Ancestry, Marital Status, Creed, Genetic Predisposition Or Carrier Status, Sexual Orientation, Veteran Status, Familial Status, Status As A Victim Of Domestic Violence Or Any Other Status Or Characteristic Protected By Applicable Federal, State, Or Local Law.

Brand Manager, World Cup 2026 – FIFA

At FIFA World Cup 2026, our vision is to unite the world through the greatest, most innovative and inclusive sporting event of all time.

The 2026 World Cup will mark the first time that the tournament will be hosted by three countries: the United States, Canada, and Mexico. This new format redefines excellence; generating unique opportunities for greater participation and engagement from fans and players. Now is your time to be part of the workforce that is creating this unique and unforgettable experience.
Sitting within the Commercial Department, Brand (along with Host City Rights Management, Commercial Rights Delivery, Partnerships integration, Licensing and Retail, and FIFA Fan Festival) aims to deliver the most engaging, innovative, and accessible World Cup experience for all athletes, fans, partners, and the community.
Reporting organisationally to the Senior Manager of Brand, the Brand Manager will help serve marketing efforts for the FIFA World Cup 2026 that for the first time ever, is hosting 48 teams and 1,200+ players across 3 countries and 16 venues. This role will be responsible for managing all aspects related to branding, marketing, and communication, ensuring a consistent and impactful presence. Further, this role will oversee the creation of strategies that enhance the FIFA brand perception.

The main responsibilities of the Brand Manager for the FIFA World Cup 2026 include:

  • Plan and successfully execute all assigned promotional and sponsorship activities as per the Marketing calendar
  • Coordinate activities of all FIFA departments involved in the preparation and implementation of any promotional activations by preparing the project plan ensuring integration of all teams in its development. Proactively manage changes in the project scope
  • Identify relevant and meaningful promotional opportunities, showing a proactive and solution driven approach
  • Develop and deliver integrated marketing communications, promotional platforms, and digital rights strategy using a mixture of online and offline channels
  • Acting as the focal point, manage the day-to-day relations with Host Cities ensuring accurate positioning of the FIFA emblem
  • Fully integrate Sponsors, Vendors, Organizers and Stakeholders in all plans, ensuring clear expectations are shared and any issues escalated as required
  • Establish and maintain relationships with key event Organizers, Agencies, and internal Stakeholders
  • Set up KPI’s and monitor promotional activities , highlighting issues/risk areas, if applicable

The specific competencies we require for this position are:

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar role
  • Proven track-record in managing complex projects with multiple clients
  • Experience in brand protection and promotion
  • Experience in the Sports industry an advantage
  • International or experience working in organizations with international offices/staff
  • Senior-level management experience
  • Fluent in English
  • Proficiency in Spanish an asset

Fédération Internationale de Football Association, FIFA-Strasse 20, 8044 Zurich

Senior Project Manager – England Rugby

The Allianz Premier 15s (AP15s) mission is to be the most competitive, progressive and sustainable domestic competition in the world. The new company, consisting of a small team working closely with League Clubs and the Rugby Football Union (RFU), will deliver the strategy, drive growth and lead the way in the development of professional women’s club rugby.

Reporting to the CEO, the role will be responsible for developing the AP15s company strategy and project management and supporting in the evaluation and delivery of new and existing activities as part of the long-term growth of AP15s.

Accountabilities

  • Overall project management of AP15s, supporting the CEO, Board and other staff as required.
  1. Work collaboratively across departments to set priorities, goals, manage project plans and implement strategic initiatives, prioritising resources required and enabling continuous improvement.
  • Strategic lead on identified projects; turning strategic opportunities into executable plans and managing new initiatives from conception to execution. These projects to include but not limited to:
  1. Remuneration Cap
  2. New Company implementation
  3. 2025 World Cup ready.
  • Implement and manage the Shared Services Agreement between AP15s and RFU, acting as a conduit between the two organisations. Ensuring that the SSA is being delivered in accordance with all agreements and reviewed and updated as required.
  • Lead and prepare meetings as required, including the company Steering Group committee.
  • Support the CEO with company wide budget and forecasting.
  • Act as an ambassador for and always promote the best interests of Allianz Premier 15s, including the promotion of the Core Values of the company.
  • Undertake such other duties as may be required from time to time as are consistent with the responsibilities of the post and the needs of Allianz Premier 15s.

Qualifications, skills & experience:

  • A good understanding of all aspects of women’s professional sport.
  • A problem solver and a strategic thinker; independent and self-sufficient
  • Highly numerate
  • Excellent project management skills and able to manage different projects at the same time.
  • Multi-tasking, ability to adapt to change and operate in uncertainty – managing a variety of projects and timelines with limited supervision
  • Ability to influence and build consensus at senior level within the rugby/professional sport landscape.
  • Comfortable with difficult conversations and ability to articulate strategy/messaging to deliver on the vision, mission, and objectives of AP15s.
  • Clear strategic thinking and planning ability.

Additional Information:

  • All role holders must maintain an appropriate standard of confidentiality. Any disclosures of confidential information (including personal information kept on computers or other media) made unlawfully outside the proper course of duty will be treated as a serious disciplinary offence.
  • Personal circumstances must allow the candidate to work extended hours on occasion during times of peak activity including evenings and weekends.
  • The role description, person specification, role grade and role title may be subject to change at the discretion of and in accordance with business developments. Any changes will be communicated to the role holder as appropriate.

Senior Sales Manager – Magnifi

Responsibilities

  • Day-to-day sales including proactive development of the show strategy backed up with tactics for new business  leads and recruitment of new accounts
  • Contribute to a marketing strategy that intertwines with wider company activity
  • Ensure the sales plan is being delivered on target and budget and activity targets (outbound call volumes and  face-to-face meetings) are met
  • Manage the prospect database to ensure it is constantly updated and is fit for a purpose falling in line with the company’s CRM policy.
  • Ensure a constant high-quality of delivery in all prospect and partner communication ensuring the message is on point.
  • Identifying new prospective licensing partners and customers
  • Approaching new prospects to illustrate the tech portfolio and value proposition
  • Managing customer relationships with regular communication and visits, to better understand their requirements and present new opportunities
  • Maintaining a sales pipeline and generating sales reports
  • Updating the CRM system with lead activity and insights
  • Research the market to understand key players, competitors, and trends

About You

  • Great sales skills.
  • Love the dynamic of a passionate team but are equally confident working independently and using your own  initiative.
  • Like working in a fast-paced environment where there is opportunity to grow.
  • Strong organisational and customer service skills.
  • A proven ability to hit and exceed sales targets.
  • Proficient IT skills including Salesforce CRM
  • Ability to generate and present ideas/concepts succinctly and provide creative solutions to prospects/clients • Successful track record as both a sole contributor and a member of broader sales organization • Demonstrated professional sales presentation skills
  • Excellent communication, presentation & relational skills necessary