Senior Partnership Development Manager - Newcastle upon Tyne

We are the heartbeat of the city. Come and be a part of a long and proud history where we strive to be the best in everything we do, on and off the pitch. Bringing the people and communities together, join the Newcastle United Family, as we embark on the next steps of our exciting journey.

About the role

We’re looking for an experienced partnership sales professional to support the Head of Partnership Development to deliver continued commercial growth for the Club by identifying and securing partnership deals with brands worldwide, maintaining trusted relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including partner agencies. Managing the full deal cycle from inception through to close, arranging meetings, building proposals, presentations and contract negotiation. It will be critical to drive commercial partnership opportunities by forming important business connections through strong networking. This role will require dedication and persistence in order to build a consistently growing pipeline of opportunities to secure.

Working closely with the Partnership Services team to utilise data and insights, you will be comfortable creating high quality, bespoke proposals with a suitable narrative to pitch to potential commercial partners. The role will require attendance at prospect meetings and industry conferences, whether nationally or abroad.

Your impact

Proactively prospecting new potential partners and contacting key decision makers at targeted organisations for conversations around partnership opportunities with the Club, you will have significant experience in, and be comfortable with, working to and exceeding challenging targets in line with the Club’s partnership development strategy. You will have extensive experience in closing significant commercial partnerships and achieving business to business sales targets, preferably in an elite sporting environment. You will have demonstrable experience and success in a Partnership / Sponsorship sales role with the ability to clearly and confidently communicate with customers and stakeholders from all levels, especially when pitching proposals and negotiating terms. You will also have experience of offering support and mentorship to other team members.

About the team

Joining our high performing Partnerships Team, you will be part of a growing and ambitious revenue generating function that directly contributes to our evolving partner portfolio. With experience and a strong network in sports sponsorship, we are collaborative and creative in our approach whether that be securing new partners, ideating innovative assets or approaching emerging categories. Our focus is on building a culture driven by teamwork, developing new opportunities and delivering results. We also work cross-departmentally with our colleagues to help build the most compelling propositions for partners.

Location

This role is based in Newcastle upon Tyne, with an expectation of working 3 days per week from the office. Please note, if you are not located in the Northeast and unable to relocate, we regret that we will not be able to progress your application.

Why choose us?

We’ve got a range of great benefits and rewards, from flexible ways of working, participation in our non-contractual employee bonus scheme, NUFC life assurance, free parking, discount at Shearers Bar and the Club Shop, Helping Hand – where you can access free GP appointments, Wellbeing Resources, Legal and Financial Support, pension contribution, free lunch and the best part, free tea and coffee. In addition, we run a salary sacrifice scheme which includes, tech, car, cycle to work and many more.

United As One

We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and believe in equal opportunities for all. We recognise that the diversity of our people is one of our greatest strengths. We work together to reflect the communities we serve and to maintain an inclusive environment in which everyone can be their authentic self and is enabled to achieve their full potential.

Safeguarding

We’re committed to being a place where everyone is safe, heard, valued and able to thrive so we place high value on the safeguarding and welfare of everyone we engage with.

How to apply

Please apply as soon as possible as this vacancy may close early should we receive a high volume of suitable candidates. Recruitment Agencies – please note that we do not accept unsolicited / speculative candidate details or applications. Any candidates supplied, unless formally requested, will be taken as a direct / free candidate.