Senior Account Manager, Sports Sponsorship

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Germany.

📋 Description

• Comprehensive management and strategic advisory services for clients involved in sports sponsorship and integrated brand communication.

• Guiding and briefing internal project teams (Strategy, Creative, Production) alongside external service providers and partners.

• Designing, managing, and executing sponsorship projects, campaigns, and activations through all stages (from concept to delivery).

• Serving as the main point of contact for clients from the initial briefing to creative development and final production across all traditional and digital media.

• Planning, coordinating, and operationally managing intricate project setups, including scheduling, resource allocation, and capacity planning.

• Responsible for budgeting, which includes cost estimation, cost management, and negotiations with both internal and external stakeholders.

• Monitoring project progress, ensuring quality management, and actively managing information and feedback within the team.

• Preparing and delivering presentations, pitches, and workshops for both internal and external audiences.

• Collaborating strategically and conceptually with Strategy and Creative teams to generate impactful sports and brand ideas.

• Identifying opportunities for growth and development within existing client relationships.

• Ensuring efficient processes and continuously optimizing workflows and project structures.

⛳️ Requirements

• Several years of experience in account management, project management, or a similar role within an agency setting, preferably with a focus on sports, sponsorship, or integrated brand communication.

• Strong comprehension of sports ecosystems, brand partnerships, and sponsorship dynamics.

• Proven experience in managing complex, international projects and multi-stakeholder settings.

• Excellent organizational skills along with a structured, solution-focused approach to work.

• Strong communication abilities, confident demeanor, and exceptional presentation skills.

• Solid background in budget planning, cost estimation, scheduling, and project management.

• Operational knowledge of both traditional and digital media, along with basic production expertise (e.g., TV or content production) is advantageous.

• Proficient in MS Office and presentation software.

• Native-level German and proficient English for collaboration in international teams.

• High degree of ownership and a proactive mindset.

• Strong passion for sports, culture, trends, brands, and creative communication.

🏝️ Benefits

• Opportunity to work on prestigious sports and brand projects with a global impact.

• Close collaboration with a creative and interdisciplinary team based in Amsterdam.

• High level of ownership, autonomy, and streamlined decision-making processes.

• Full responsibility for engaging sponsorship and campaign projects.

• Opportunities for training and development aimed at both professional and personal growth.

• A modern, international workplace that encourages initiative and creativity.