Salary: Please state your expectations within your application
Contract: Full Time, 37.5 hours a week
Location: The City Ground, Nottingham, NG2 5FJ
Department: Partnerships
Reporting to: Director of Partnerships
Closing Date For Applications: 8th October 2026
About the Role:
To be a driving force in helping the club exceed its objectives around partnership sales and retention. Reporting into the Head of Partnerships, the PSM will be responsible for helping develop the club’s portfolio & pipeline of commercial partners whilst supporting the wider sales function.
The Perks of the Job:
- Opportunity to access tickets for events at The City Ground.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Access to high street and gym discounts.
- Discount within our Club shop.
- Free on-site parking.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
- Working with the Directir of Partnerships to target & engage with Brands & agencies to drive an ambitious partnership sales strategy and sponsorship hierarchy.
- Proactively sourcing new potential opportunities for all the Club’s partnership assets.
- Targeting & networking (via LinkedIn & other tools). Successfully pitching and negotiating with high level stakeholders to bring new commercial partners on board.
- Proactively engaging with local, national, and international brands & agencies.
- Producing bespoke sales decks, materials, and proposals for potential partners. Proficient in keys software tools (PowerPoint, Excel, photoshop, salesforce etc.)
- Analytically sourcing and presenting of data in a way that showcases Nottingham Forest’s USPs and relevance to particular brands.
- Supporting the Head of Partnerships and CCO when pitching to brands
- Maintain and update an accurate sales pipeline report for senior leadership.
- Responsible for conducting market research, building a sales pipeline, lead generation, contract management and sales completion.
What are we looking for:
- Experience in a sales function with a proven track record of success
- Experience within a sports environment with a rights owner or agency is preferred.
- Experience engaging with senior, decision
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Partnership Sales Manager in Nottingham employer: Nottingham Forest
Nottingham Forest is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation and collaboration thrive. As the Head of Football Intelligence & Data Strategy, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of football analytics while working at The Nigel Doughty Academy, a hub for talent development. With a strong focus on employee growth and mentorship, the club fosters a culture of continuous learning and professional development, making it a rewarding place to advance your career in sports data strategy.
