Talent Manager/Sr. Talent Manager (Sports) London, UK

Sixteenth, part of Whalar Group, is one of the leading, global, 360° Creator talent management companies. As the home of “good influence,” we’re dedicated to building long-term, strategic partnerships that help Creators fulfil their professional and human potential. We believe in promoting positivity and purpose — enabling Creators to deliver culturally relevant content, achieve deeper audience engagement, and build lasting careers.

About the role: Sixteenth is looking for a Talent Manager or Senior Talent Manager, Sports to represent and grow our roster of sports Creators. In this role, you will help build and expand Sixteenth’s sports division, working closely with sports creators, athletes, and personalities to unlock meaningful brand partnerships and long-term opportunities.

What your day might look like:

• Working closely with a roster of sports creators, athletes, and personalities—helping shape their commercial strategy and identifying the right partnerships to grow their careers.
• Speaking with brands, agencies, and partners across the sports and fitness ecosystem to uncover new collaboration opportunities for your talent.
• Negotiating and structuring brand deals that not only drive revenue but align with your creators’ voice, audience, and long-term vision.
• Advising your creators on everything from brand positioning to content opportunities, helping them navigate and maximise the rapidly evolving creator economy.
• Collaborating with the Talent Director to identify emerging sports creators and athletes who could be the next breakout talent for Sixteenth’s growing sports division.
• Managing partnerships from pitch through execution—ensuring campaigns run smoothly and deliver meaningful value for both brands and creators.
• Partnering with internal teams across partnerships, strategy, and campaign delivery to bring standout creator collaborations to life.

Here’s what we’re looking for:

• Experience working in talent management, sports marketing, sports agencies, or influencer partnerships—ideally within the sports industry.
• A genuine passion for sport and a deep interest in the growing sports creator ecosystem.
• A strong understanding of creator marketing, including how influencer partnerships and brand collaborations come together.
• A commercially minded approach, with a track record of generating new business and driving revenue through partnerships.
• The ability to balance business instincts with creativity—spotting opportunities that make sense both strategically and culturally.
• A strong pulse on the evolving landscape of sports, creators, and social platforms.
• Someone who is proactive, self-directed, and comfortable taking ownership in a fast-moving environment.
• A team player who is coachable, open to feedback, and always looking for ways to improve.
• Humility and a “no task is too small” mindset when it comes to supporting your creators and the broader team.
• A commitment to continuous learning and personal development.
• A natural relationship builder who enjoys meeting new people and building connections across the industry.

Based in Farringdon, London, we embrace a flexible hybrid model. We ask our team to work from the office two to three days a week, with Tuesday and Thursday serving as our anchor days. These days are dedicated to collaborating in person and celebrating Sixteenth’s vibrant culture together.

Our values: At Whalar Group, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) isn’t just a statement; it’s our collective strength. Our people are our superpower. A diverse team and inclusive leadership have shaped Whalar Group since our inception in 2016, fueling a constant evolution of growth. We champion a culture of respect and empathy, fostering a sense of belonging that transcends demographics. We hire individuals of all backgrounds and empower them to thrive, challenge stereotypes, and actively break societal barriers.

Our benefits and perks: Whalar Group provides flexible benefits and collaborative work environments and experiences so employees can work productively in a setting that best and uniquely suits their needs.

• Private medical insurance
• Health cash plan
• 25 days of PTO + Sick days + Winter break
• Monthly phone/internet reimbursement
• New joiner Home office allowance
• Enhanced maternity (up to 22 weeks) / paternity (up 16 weeks) leave
• Reduced fee gym membership (next to office location)
• Life Assurance
• Workplace Nursery Scheme
• Social programs