Who We Are:160over90 is an award-winning global marketing agency which forges stronger human connections and creates shared moments where people feel something real. With 800 thinkers, doers, and makers across every cultural corner of the world, the agency offers a full-service, channel-agnostic approach and a deep connection to the people, places, and properties that drive the conversation of tomorrow. 160over90 works with leading brands including AB InBev, Amazon, Coca-Cola, DP World, Macy’s, Marriott International, McDonald’s, Verizon and Visa. 160over90 is part of WME Group, a global representation business comprising the world’s leading talent, intellectual property and brands.
The Role and What You’ll Do:
The Account Manager will play a critical role in a 160/90 team working for a major client on their Global Partnerships portfolio. You will be working with an international business operating in multiple markets which has interest in Motorsport, Golf, Sailing and Cricket, among others. Your role will be primarily focused on Sailing and Motorsport, but will touch all elements of the partnerships.
The Account Manager will form part of the Partnerships function across the client account and work collaboratively within an integrated client team including Communications, Creative and Strategy that spans 160over90’s various international offices.
You will:
1. Form a key part of the 160over90 team delivering Partnerships and Guest Management services within region
2. Collaborate with client’s agency network and lead on the implementation of a seamless and integrated activation strategy that brings the client’s sports partnerships to life
3. Build and maintain strong and trusted relationships with key client stakeholders in order to ensure the smooth running of the portfolio
4. Build and maintain excellent relationships with rightsholders, ambassadors, third party agencies and other associated stakeholders to ensure the trust and reputation of the client and 160over90 are maintained and strengthened
5. Build, manage and execute guest management and hospitality plans for best-in-class partnerships and guest management delivery at key events and moments within the portfolio
6. Map and plan against available partnership assets, and associated rights and benefits, to support the development of partnership strategy and maximize asset usage for the client in the region
7. Build, manage and execute guest management and hospitality plans for best-in-class partnerships and guest management delivery at key events and moments within the portfolio
8. Act as part of the on-the-ground guest management team to deliver at events where agency staff is needed
9. Work closely with 160over90’s comms team to develop integrated creative and tactical strategies which bring to life the client’s partnerships and tell key business stories
10. Draft and oversee activation plan documents, wrap reports and other related client-facing documents with meticulous attention to detail
11. Work with client and agency partners to create sport partnership content, incentives and opportunities for purposes of internal communication and employee engagement
12. Maintain robust evaluation and reporting practices to measure sport partnerships communications performance
You Have These:
13. Minimum of 4 years relevant agency, client-based experience across Sports Partnerships
14. Specific experience in activating sport partnerships; working closely with rights holders
15. Knowledge and expertise across a variety of sports
16. Expertise on Microsoft Suite, including Excel and PowerPoint
We’d Love If You Also Have These:
17. Knowledge of SailGP or competitive sailing
18. Understanding of broader motorsports
19. Understanding of how to build a client relationship and understand their business needs
20. Understanding of Guest Management and Hospitality programmes
21. Strong writing and grammar skills with an ability to draft short project plans
22. Ability to effectively delegate whilst demonstrating clear and concise upward reporting
23. Strong knowledge and network within the sports partnership and sponsorship landscapes
24. Natural communication skills to work within a dynamic agency team
25. Ability to offer creative ideas that deliver best-in-class partnership activation
26. Organized and detail oriented in a fast-paced, client service environment
27. Up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices
28. Excellent time management, written and oral communication skills
29. Ability to navigate project management and guest management systems
160/90 is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that encourages applications from qualified, eligible candidates from all backgrounds and life experiences regardless of race, gender identity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.