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We're looking for an AD to lead the F1 agency team for one of our key client accounts. This is an exciting opportunity to become a key senior member of the Partnerships Team, and to play a key role in the launch of a new global partnership with a brand-new Formula 1 team!
The successful candidate will be comfortable managing multiple stakeholders in a complex corporate ecosystem, demonstrate advanced communication skills, and be able to manage a broad range of internal, external, and client‑led stakeholders across multiple international markets.
The right person for this role will be a true leader, providing expertise and ideas to become a trusted advisor to the client, driving the project forward across all workstreams and managing their team of direct reports in a way that allows them to thrive. They will be passionate about storytelling, eager to develop a deep understanding of our clients business and sponsorship objectives, and keen to add real value to the partnership, strengthening the client relationship to ensure future growth for their, and our, business.
The position is based in London, UK and includes international travel, often at weekends.
Responsibilities
* Develop strong knowledge of our client's business strategy, solutions & services
* Partner asset management, managing the communications between global and local stakeholders, and rights holders
* Lead strategic planning and ideation, often in a multi‑functional, or cross‑agency team
* Run regular stakeholder meetings and be accountable for reporting
* Ensure all communications & approvals deadlines are met and brand guidelines are adhered to
* Discuss all major progress, changes and any challenges whilst presenting solutions
* Review successful delivery, best practices, key learnings and client learnings / insights
* Develop and encourage innovation and new thinking for our clients
* Maintain strong supplier relationships, negotiate and review supplier contracts
Requirements
* 5+ years of sports partnerships or marketing agency experience
* F1 knowledge or experience. More broadly, an interest in football or music will help relationship building
* Complex stakeholder management experience is key for this role
* Experience working with complex multi‑national brands would be advantageous, for example an oil or energy company, a global bank or finance brand or a global logistics supplier
* Ability to build brilliant working relationships and learn quickly to understand the clients business structures and processes
* Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to confidently present clients and a broader stakeholders with clear and concise plans
* Experience across all aspects of brand partnerships including partnership asset management, market comms, employee engagement, guest experience, event delivery, systems & ticketing, content, social
* A broad understanding of other marketing disciplines, with the ability to work in cross‑agency teams
* Detailed project planning & management experience, with the ability to guide clients, implement process and carefully manage expectations
* Experience in managing a small team with appropriate use of delegation to drive efficient workflow
* Ability to travel internationally, including weekend work when required
* Proficient in all Microsoft Office products
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Company pension
* Optional private health and dental cover
* Access to 24/7 online GP
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Personal Accident Cover
* Access to Octopus Financial Planning Support
* Season Ticket & Cycle to work schemes
* Perkbox & other lifestyle benefits
* Birthday off
* Hybrid, flexible working policy
* Enhanced Time off in lieu policy
* Monthly socials
Who We Are
Bright Partnerships is a pioneering sports and lifestyle agency. We pride ourselves in building innovative, ground breaking campaigns and activations in sponsorship & brand partnerships, brand experiences and digital communications. Our client portfolio comprises blue‑chip B2B and B2C brands headquartered both in the UK and internationally including DHL, Emirates, Canon, Infosys, Meta, BP, HSBC, Jameson & Glenmorangie.
As such, we have developed a world‑class delivery and approach to client servicing that helps us activate campaigns across multiple markets and channels. Our ethos is to be brave and challenge convention, listen and be collaborative, and above all be a trusted partner.
What Makes Us Different?
Our USP is Pioneering Storytelling which talks to our success at bringing innovative solutions to the marketplace that position our client's stories in relevant and engaging ways.
* Exploring new ideas and pushing boundaries
* Redefining partnerships to make them stronger and more productive
* Adapting to local and global differences to deliver truly relevant solutions
* Creating compelling and believable worlds through inspired brand storytelling
* Being your best partner - trusted and truly collaborative
Our Values
* We are adventurous – We don't settle for safe or tried and tested solutions. We free ourselves to explore new ways of doing things better for our clients and for each other.
* We are collaborative – We work collaboratively with our clients, building mutual trust through consistent success. We work collaboratively in our Bright team, inspiring and challenging each other to do great work.
* We are authentic – We speak our minds honestly and transparently. We ask our clients to be open and direct with is. We encourage each other to be true to ourselves and play to our personal strengths.
Bright Personality / Culture
* We are Bright; Lively and adventurous with an end purpose: inspiring storytelling.
* We are Curious; Enquiring and quick to learn with clients and colleagues.
* We are Brave; Always ready to be first, to explore new territories.
* We are True; To ourselves and to our clients.
* We are One Team; Equals who respect each other's talents and unique differences.
Seniority level
* Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
* Full‑time
Job function
* Other
Industries
* IT Services and IT Consulting
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