Athena Sports Group is seeking a highly motivated and organised Junior Marketing Executive to join its Marketing & Communications & Events team.
This exciting role will support marketing, communications & events activity across the Emirates GBR SailGP Team, Athena Pathway Programme (Britain’s Women’s & Youth America’s Cup Teams), and Athena Racing (the British America’s Cup Team).
The successful candidate will play a key role in helping to drive visibility, awareness, and audience engagement across multiple platforms and stakeholder groups. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious marketing professional looking to develop their career within an innovative and fast‑paced international sports environment.
ABOUT
Athena Sports Group, led by Sir Ben Ainslie, is a group driven by sport, innovation, sustainability, impact and legacy:
- GB1– the British America’s Cup Team
- Emirates GBR SailGP Team – The British SailGP Team
- Athena Pathway Programme – A talent pathway driving gender equity and diversity through the British women’s and youth America’s Cup Team
- The 1851 Trust - a UK based STEM and Climate education charity harnessing the power of sport
Further reading
- www.emiratesgbrsailgp.com
- www.gb1.com
- www.athenapathway.com
- https://1851trust.org.uk
LOCATION
Portsmouth, UK (with domestic and international travel as required)
REPORTS TO
Head of Communications & Content
ROLE OVERVIEW
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Junior Marketing Executive to support the Marketing and Communications function across a range of exciting projects and initiatives. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a creative and organised individual to gain hands‑on experience in marketing, communications, community engagement, and sustainability‑focused programmes within a fast‑paced sports environment.
The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting content creation, social media management, reporting, stakeholder engagement, and community activation projects while helping to promote the organisation’s purpose‑driven agenda and sustainability initiatives.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Marketing & Communications Support
- Support the Marketing and Communications team in the planning and delivery of marketing campaigns and communications activities.
- Draft, edit, and proofread communications materials, including press releases, publications, website content, newsletters, and social media posts.
- Assist in maintaining and updating media databases, contact lists, and stakeholder records.
- Prepare presentations, reports, and marketing materials for internal and external audiences.
- Support the production of monthly marketing and analytics reports using data provided by external agencies and internal platforms.
- Support the events and hospitality team in delivery of high quality events for our commercial partners
Social Media & Digital Marketing
- Administer and update social media channels, ensuring content is accurate, engaging, and aligned with brand guidelines.
- Monitor social media activity and support community engagement efforts.
- Assist in content scheduling, publishing, and performance tracking.
- Support digital marketing initiatives and campaign execution across multiple platforms.
- Uploading content assets to digital platform for use by media and partners
Community Engagement & Sustainability
- Under guidance, lead a community engagement project in Portsmouth, building relationships with local businesses and strengthening connections with Athena Sports Group teams.
- Support the delivery of sustainability and purpose‑led initiatives across the organisation.
- Work closely with the 1851 Trust to coordinate and promote charitable, educational, and community‑focused activities.
- Assist with stakeholder engagement activities that support the organisation’s social impact objectives.
Administration & Coordination
- Maintain calendars, appointments, and meeting schedules as required.
- Collect, organise, and maintain accurate marketing and stakeholder data.
- Support the Clothing Coordinator to with team clothing allocation and inventory administration.
- Provide general administrative support to ensure the efficient operation of the Marketing and Communications department.
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Degree Level or employment experience in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Business, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and organisational abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
- Strong research, proofreading, and editing skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Understanding of social media platforms and digital communication channels.
- Positive, proactive, and solutions‑focused attitude.
Desirable
- Previous experience in a marketing, communications, public relations, or community engagement role.
- Understanding of media relations and digital marketing strategies.
- Experience using social media management, analytics, or content management tools.
- Knowledge of sustainability, corporate social responsibility, or purpose‑led initiatives.
- Interest in sport, community development, or charitable programmes.
Personal Attributes
- Hardworking with a strong can‑do attitude.
- Entrepreneurial, enthusiastic, and eager to learn.
- Passionate about sustainability and social impact.
- Able to work independently with limited supervision.
- Comfortable operating within a collaborative, high‑performance team environment.
- Culturally aware and able to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Flexible and adaptable in a dynamic, fast‑paced organisation.
- Committed to delivering high‑quality work and exceeding expectations.
Travel Requirements
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required.
What We Offer
- Opportunity to work within an innovative and purpose‑driven sports organisation.
- Exposure to a wide range of marketing, communications, and community engagement activities.
- Professional development and career growth opportunities.
- Collaborative and supportive team environment.
- The chance to contribute to meaningful sustainability and social impact initiatives.
