Senior Manager Premium Partnerships International

YOUR CAREER IN THE SPORTS INDUSTRY
The world of sports excites, connects, and inspires. At SPORTFIVE, we are a global agency that covers every aspect of sports marketing, helping to shape the industry‘s future with fresh and exciting ideas.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
We believe that different perspectives and experiences are the key to sustainable success. Our goal is to create an authentic and attractive work environment where everyone feels valued, with a sense of belonging, and encouraged to shape the future of the sports industry together.

FLEXIBILITY THAT FITS YOUR LIFE
Whether you’re seeking a role that is full-time, part-time, or a job share, we understand that everybody has their own unique needs. That’s why we offer a range of flexible working options which we can discuss with you to find the best solution for you.

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An exciting opportunity with plenty of creative freedom awaits you in our Premium Partnerships / International team at our Hamburg location. Our colleague Julian Neuburger is looking for you to join his team as: 

Full-time | Part-time | Job-sharing

In this pivotal role, you will drive the successful delivery of national and cross-border brokerage deals with global premium sports assets such as the Chicago Bulls, Kansas City Chiefs, Borussia Dortmund, EAFC and more. You will consult with both German and international brands, guiding them to strategically invest in long-term sponsorships as part of their marketing mix.

YOUR ROLE AT A GLANCE

• Build and nurture strong relationships with prospective clients through various channels, including phone, email, LinkedIn, networking events, and meetings.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of SPORTFIVE’s products and services, working collaboratively to achieve divisional budget targets and strategic objectives.
• Lead sales pitches, understanding their objectives and securing revenue for the business (some international travel required).
• Continuously develop prospect lists by leveraging market trends, product knowledge, and brand marketing expertise to identify relevant clients, industries, and geographies.
• Prepare compelling sales presentations in partnership with internal competence hubs (e.g., business intelligence, brand consulting), utilising consumer insights and proprietary methodologies.
• Provide regular updates at team sales meetings, sharing activity, pipeline development, closed business, and insights for potential collaboration.
• Ensure strong post-sales relationship management to enhance renewal probability and identify cross-sales/upselling opportunities.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• You are a highly motivated senior sales professional with a proven track record in generating sponsorship revenues (minimum 5–7 years’ experience).
• You bring a strategic and consultative sales approach, with the ability to create customised partnerships tailored to corporate needs and objectives.
• You are a genuine team player, willing and able to lead by example and foster a collaborative environment.
• You possess outstanding communication, presentation, and negotiation skills, with confidence in delivering high-quality pitches to senior decision-makers in both English and German.
• You have a strong network of brand contacts and the ability to build reliable relationships.

DON’T MEET ALL THE CRITERIA? NO WORRIES!
For us, people and potential come first. Your enthusiasm for the role and SPORTFIVE, as well as your willingness to learn and develop, are just as important as your skills. We see potential as the key to success and are committed to helping you grow and acquire new skills on your journey with us.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Onboarding: To ensure that you are set up for success when you join us, we offer a role and department specific onboarding program, complemented by a company-wide introduction where you get to know your colleagues, our diverse products, and different business areas.
• Work-Life-Integration: Our flexible working arrangements include mobile working, additional child sick leave days, and a free family service.
• Individual Development: Room for personal and professional growth, supported by customised training opportunities, development planning, internal mentoring, and on-the-job training.
• Attractive Benefits: Discounts at partner companies, event tickets, company pension plan, Germany ticket, job bike, mental health programs, and Urban Sports Club memberships.

We believe diversity strengthens our team, so we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to ensure you feel fully supported throughout the application process.

   
SOUNDS EXCITING?
Let’s go! Marco Bohlmann is your recruiting contact and looks forward to getting to know you.

 Start Date
01/01/2026

SPORTFIVE Germany GmbH