Partnerships Assistant, London

Frieze is the world’s leading platform for modern and contemporary art, comprising internationally acclaimed art fairs including Frieze London, Frieze Masters, Frieze New York, Frieze Los Angeles, Frieze Seoul, EXPO Chicago and The Armory Show, alongside a year-round programme of editorial, events, memberships and partnerships. Frieze is part of the MARI Group network.

MARI is a global events and experiences company powering world-defining live experiences.
Our portfolio of premium live properties spans sports, art, and entertainment — including the Madrid and Miami Open tennis tournaments, Frieze (a leading voice in contemporary art), and Barrett-Jackson (the premium U.S. collector car auction company). MARI also includes TodayTix Group, the global e-commerce leader for cultural experiences, connecting millions of customers with the best in live entertainment.
We are seeking a highly organised, proactive and detail-orientedPartnerships Assistantto join the Frieze Partnerships team based in London. Reporting to the Commercial Lead, EMEA, this role will support the team in securing and delivering sponsorships and corporate partnerships across Frieze’s global fairs.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is an excellent communicator, thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working across multiple projects. You will play an important role in supporting the delivery of high-quality partnerships while helping the team build strong relationships with existing and prospective partners.
This is a full-time permanent role based in London, UK.

What Success Looks Like

• The Partnerships team is supported with proactive, efficient and highly organised administration, ensuring key tasks,all contractual benefits and deadlines are managed and delivered to a high standard.
• Sponsor accounts are supported effectively, contributing to the smooth delivery of contractual benefits and partnership activations
• Partnership databases, CRM systems and internal pipelines are maintained accurately and kept up to date
• Partner advertising, marketing and campaign activity is coordinated and delivered accurately and on schedule
• Strong relationships are developed with internal stakeholders, corporate partners, clients and prospective partners where required
• Post-event and campaign reporting is delivered clearly and accurately, demonstrating the results of partnership activity
• New business activity is supported through high-quality pitch materials, market research and prospect identification

What You'll Own

• Deliver proactive and organised administrative support to the Partnerships team, ensuring key tasks and contractual benefits are managed efficiently, accurately and within agreed deadlines
• Maintain internal databases, pipelines and records to ensure partner information and key deadlines are accurate, up to date and easily accessible
• Manage and maintain Frieze’s CRM system, ensuring all sponsor contracts, prospect conversations and relevant partnership activity is up-to-date
• Support Partnership Managers with the day-to-day management of sponsor accounts and the delivery of contractual benefits.
• Coordinate sponsor-related projects and events across Frieze fairs
• Manage administration relating to fair sponsor advertising, supporting seamless and timely campaign delivery
• Prepare post-event and campaign reports, working closely with internal teams to gather relevant data and results across digital, marketing, press, social media, VIP and programming activity
• Support the development of sponsorship pitch proposals and commercial materials for the Commercial Lead, EMEA and wider sales team
• Support the sales team in retaining existing and securing new corporate hospitality with a focus on strong partner delivery
• Conduct market research and identify prospective partners to support new business activity and pipeline development

What You Bring

• Impeccable organisational and administrative skills, with strong attention to detail
• The ability to manage a wide range of activities, prioritise effectively and meet deadlines
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships with a range of stakeholders, both internal and external
• A proactive approach, with strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to take ownership of tasks
• The ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure while maintaining a high standard of work
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively across multiple teams and stakeholders
• An interest in partnerships, live events, arts, culture and commercial activity

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting live events, activations or client projects
• Experience working with luxury brands and/or major sponsors
• Advertising, commercial partnerships or sales experience
• Knowledge of the art world and contemporary culture

Here are some of the benefits and perks offered at MARI Group:

• Hybrid work environment (blend of in-office and at-home days)
• Pension match and access to a bespoke pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced gyms, wellness and financial wellbeing apps access via Wellhub
• Flexible Paid Time Off

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

MARI believes in the power of live experiences to unite people — and we know that can only be achieved when we reflect the full diversity of the world around us. As a global company that shapes culture across sports, art, and entertainment, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and to practicing anti-discrimination across race, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, and beyond.
We recognise that systemic inequality and discrimination remain challenges across the events and entertainment industry, and we are dedicated to driving meaningful progress — both within our own organisation and across the wider industry we are proud to be part of.