Event Manager - Sponsorship Activations Job at Van Kaizen (London)

Sponsorship Event Operations Manager

This role is ideal for someone who thrives on delivering excellent client experi...

Location

United Kingdom

Salary:

Not provided

Kisaco Research

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven B2B events experience in a client facing or customer success capacity, ideally with exposure to event operations or production
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously
Experience supporting clients through the full event cycle - planning, execution, and post-event follow-up
Excellent attention to detail and ability to thrive under pressure and tight deadlines
Confident using digital tools and CRM systems
comfortable learning new systems quickly
Commercial awareness and understanding of how operational delivery drives customer satisfaction and retention
Degree-level education (2:1 or above)
Fluent in English, with the right to work in the UK
Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills

Job Responsibility

Manage a portfolio of event sponsors and partners, overseeing the successful delivery of their campaigns across our events
Act as the main point of contact for clients during the event cycle, from onboarding through delivery and post-event reporting
Coordinate with event operations, marketing, and commercial teams to ensure all deliverables are executed on time and to the highest standard
Support onsite event delivery, ensuring client assets, signage, and activations are in place and running smoothly
Provide clients with regular progress updates, clear timelines, and post-event reports that demonstrate ROI
Proactively identify opportunities to improve the client experience and strengthen renewals through operational excellence
Translate client objectives into clear, actionable briefs for internal stakeholders (marketing, content, and operations)
Align customer deliverables, ensuring that sponsor visibility and onsite requirements are fully integrated
Partner with account managers to identify upsell or renewal opportunities through consistent and high-quality delivery
Maintain accurate client records, project trackers, and campaign documentation

What we offer

£100 personal development budget & £200 personal wellness budget
Hybrid working (3 days in office, 2 from home)
Access to the best Tech – SalesForce, HubSpot, Canva, Hubilo, ChatGPT
25 days of annual leave (in addition to bank holidays) + an additional day off for your birthday each year. 1 extra day of annual leave per year up to 30 days total
Regular social and charitable events and annual Summer & Christmas parties

Fulltime

Partner Activations Manager

The Partner Activations Manager at TrainingPeaks will orchestrate partnerships w...

Location

United States , Louisville

Salary:

68550.00 - 114250.00 USD / Year

EdTech Jobs

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

2+ years managing partnership activations, integrated marketing campaigns, sponsorship programs, or events, ideally within sports federations, endurance sports brands, SaaS platforms, or sports technology companies
Proven success coordinating multi-channel programs with numerous stakeholders, tight deadlines, and competing priorities, including content production (copy, creative, video, podcast) and collaborating with external partners, agencies, and freelancers
Comfortable using project management tools (Asana, Slack), CRM platforms (HubSpot), and marketing/analytics systems to keep campaigns on track and measure results
Exceptional organizational skills with an eye for detail and the ability to juggle multiple campaigns without missing a beat
A clear, confident communication style that works equally well with pro athletes, executives, and internal creative teams
Proactive problem-solving mindset and a passion for work that genuinely serves the endurance sports community

Job Responsibility

Serve as the internal hub for all partner activations: Own the end-to-end activation process once deals are signed, translating partnership agreements with Olympic federations, app and device manufacturers, brands, event promoters, coaches, teams, and athletes into detailed campaign plans and deliverables
Serve as the central point of contact between partners and internal teams (marketing, creative, and product), ensuring seamless coordination and communication
Manage complex workflows, including creative briefs, content calendars, asset approvals, UTM tracking, and performance reporting
Turn partnerships into programs with impact: Collaborate with our Global Partnerships Managers (Running, Triathlon, Cycling, Hybrid Sports) to understand each partner's goals, audiences, and success metrics
Design integrated activation campaigns with our Brand, Growth, and Product Marketing teams that span social media collaborations, newsletter features, podcast interviews, athlete spotlights, blog content, and live events
Proactively identify ways to amplify partnership value through innovative content formats, cross-promotional opportunities, and collaborative initiatives that deliver value beyond the initial agreement
Measure what matters and optimize continuously: Track activation performance against clear KPIs and provide compelling recaps that demonstrate ROI to partners and internal stakeholders
Surface insights and recommendations that help us get better with every campaign
Build activation playbooks, templates, and best practices that raise the bar

What we offer

Health: comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance
health savings and flexible spending accounts, paid parental leave
and an employee assistance program
Additional coverage options including Accident & Critical Illness insurance as well as Hospital Indemnity are also available
Disability and Life: company paid options including Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, as well as Basic Life Insurance and AD&D
Additional coverage options including Employee-paid Supplemental Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and/or Child are also available
Additional: 401(K) including a company match
12 paid holidays annually and discretionary Flexible Time Off
free access to our products, corporate discounts, and professional development resources
Access to the Performance and Recovery Center (PARC), our on-site fitness facility, as well as employee only access to on-site locker rooms and showers

Fulltime

Senior Event Manager

At BCLP, we’ve built our firm on the foundations of thinking differently. Curiou...

Location

United States

Salary:

130800.00 - 156960.00 USD / Year

Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

10+ years’ event management experience within a professional services environment, managing complex, multi-regional market-facing events
Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, and cross-functional teams globally
Demonstrated experience in budget management, vendor negotiation, and contract oversight to ensure value and compliance
Excellent project management skills, with meticulous attention to detail, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and deliver under tight deadlines
Deep understanding of brand representation, client experience, and event risk management
Strong leadership and people management skills, with experience guiding teams or project groups across regions
Exceptional written and verbal communication and presentation skills, with the confidence to influence at senior levels
A proactive, solution-orientated mindset with a commitment to innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Job Responsibility

Leading the end-to-end planning and execution of events that attract high-calibre audiences across major US markets
Analysing and overseeing regional sponsorship activity, ensuring effective evaluation, negotiation, and measurement of ROO (short term) and ROI (long term)
Line managing junior team members, setting performance objectives, and ensuring that they are appraised, and developed to maximise their individual potential
Supporting key firm wide events, i.e. partner conferences and other national events
Leading on ad-hoc strategic projects as advised by the Associate Director - Global Events
Fostering collaboration across the global events team to ensure knowledge sharing and alignment of best practices
Identifying opportunities to enhance event delivery through technology, process optimisation, and creative engagement strategies

What we offer

Additional compensation may include an annual discretionary bonus

Fulltime

Exhibition Sales Manager, Accounts & Sponsorship

THE ROLE: Responsible for exhibit space and sponsorship sales for CloserStill Me...

Location

United States , New York

Salary:

Not provided

CloserStill Media

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven success in B2B exhibit, sponsorship, conference, or media sales, preferably within technology, digital infrastructure, and data centers industries
Demonstrated experience working on event launches, new business initiatives, or high-growth brands with responsibility for building revenue from the ground up
Strong hunter mentality with the ability to identify, prospect, and convert new business opportunities through proactive outreach, networking, and relationship development
Proven closer with experience negotiating and securing high-value sponsorships, exhibit contracts, and strategic partnerships with senior-level decision-makers
Skilled in consultative and solution-based selling, with the ability to align partnership opportunities to client marketing, branding, and business objectives
Strong executive presence and communication skills with the ability to engage confidently with C-level executives, marketing leaders, and industry stakeholders
Commercially strategic thinker with the ability to identify market opportunities, develop revenue strategies, and contribute to long-term event growth
Ability to manage complex sales cycles, prioritize multiple opportunities, and perform effectively in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
Collaborative mindset with experience working cross-functionally across sales, marketing, operations, and conference production teams
Strong presentation, proposal writing, negotiation, and account management skills

Job Responsibility

Own and drive overall exhibitor and sponsorship revenue performance for newly launched digital infrastructure events, consistently achieving and exceeding sales targets
Execute commercial sales strategy across exhibit space, sponsorships, thought leadership, lead generation, branding, and custom partnership opportunities
Proactively identify, prospect, and secure new business opportunities across the digital infrastructure ecosystem, including data centers, cloud, AI, telecom, power, cooling, connectivity, and technology providers
Build and manage a strong pipeline of prospective sponsors and exhibitors through outbound sales activity, industry networking, referrals, market research, and strategic account targeting
Lead the full sales cycle from prospecting and consultative discovery through proposal development, negotiation, contract execution, and account growth
Cultivate and expand relationships with senior-level executives, marketing leaders, business development teams, and key industry stakeholders to drive long-term partnerships and recurring revenue
Partner with event leadership to shape the market positioning, commercial strategy, and growth plan for the event launch and future editions
Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, conference programming, operations, and customer success teams to ensure seamless partner delivery and strong customer outcomes
Develop customized sponsorship and exhibitor packages aligned with client business objectives, brand visibility goals, and demand-generation priorities
Maintain a strong understanding of market trends, competitive events, emerging technologies, and industry investment activity to identify new revenue opportunities

What we offer

Competitive base salary
Sales commissions
Annual bonus program
Competitive 401(k) match
Comprehensive medical/dental/vision coverage
Generous vacation package

Fulltime

Senior Event Marketing Manager

Security is critical for our increasingly interconnected digital world. The thre...

Location

United States , Redmond

Salary:

106400.00 - 203600.00 USD / Year

Microsoft Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

3+ years business to business, business to consumer, digital, or experiential/event marketing experience OR equivalent experience.

Job Responsibility

Orchestrate priority online / in-person event programs for Microsoft Security to create memorable experiences for key audiences
Define event goals and scope of presence for each event property
Lead planning, execution, results tracking & reporting for multiple events, with an emphasis on event operations
Refine and evolve standard operations processes – pre, during and post event
Drive consistency in event operations model across agency and production vendors, leading oversight of agency management (budget & contracts), event tool selection, event playbooks & event best practices
Drive alignment across internal stakeholders and agency & production partners
Identify opportunities to expand presence and audience engagement through ancillary event activities
Work closely with the Narrative, Thought Leadership and Product Marketing Teams to define messaging and content featured
Work closely with Demand Generation teams to build event audience
Advocate for Microsoft Security to be properly represented among other business units at 1st Party events

What we offer

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation
Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay

Fulltime

Senior Sponsorship Sales Manager

We are looking for an ambitious and strategic Sponsorship Manager to join our Br...

Location

Salary:

Not provided

Fever

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5+ years of experience in B2C event sponsorship sales
Strong network of direct client and agency contacts across major industry verticals
Excellent presentation and communication skills
Entrepreneurial can-do attitude and operates comfortably as a self-starter within ambiguous environments
Sharp ability to balance creative, out-of-the-box thinking with data-driven decision-making
Highly skilled in crafting visually compelling slide decks and polished written pitch materials

Job Responsibility

Collaborate with internal stakeholders across marketing, sales, and event operations to pool resources and develop winning sponsorship proposals
Identify and engage potential sponsors to establish long-term strategic relationships and craft compelling sponsorship packages aligned with client objectives
Drive revenue growth by implementing effective sponsorship strategies, negotiating favorable deals, and continuously expanding portfolios via strategic upselling
Oversee the successful execution of sponsorship agreements, ensuring all commitments, activations, and experiential opportunities are delivered professionally
Monitor sponsor satisfaction through proactive communication, gathering feedback, and addressing partner concerns to maintain healthy relationships
Evaluate sponsorship performance regularly to provide comprehensive reports detailing ROI and core deliverables to external stakeholders

What we offer

Attractive compensation package, including stock options
40% discount on all Fever events and experiences + free Candlelight voucher
Private health, life & dental insurance: Zurich coverage fully covered by Fever
Wellhub membership for gym and wellness access: 100% covered by Fever up to the Silver plan
Language learning support: English and Spanish lessons
Dynamic international team

Fulltime

Senior Sponsorship Sales Manager

We are looking for an ambitious and strategic Sponsorship Manager to join our Br...

Location

Argentina , Buenos Aires

Salary:

Not provided

Fever

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5+ years of experience in B2C event sponsorship sales
strong network of direct client and agency contacts across major industry verticals
excellent presentation and communication skills
entrepreneurial can-do attitude
operates comfortably as a self-starter within ambiguous environments
ability to balance creative, out-of-the-box thinking with data-driven decision-making
highly skilled in crafting visually compelling slide decks and polished written pitch materials

Job Responsibility

Collaborate with internal stakeholders across marketing, sales, and event operations to pool resources and develop winning sponsorship proposals
identify and engage potential sponsors to establish long-term strategic relationships and craft compelling sponsorship packages aligned with client objectives
drive revenue growth by implementing effective sponsorship strategies, negotiating favorable deals, and continuously expanding portfolios via strategic upselling
oversee the successful execution of sponsorship agreements, ensuring all commitments, activations, and experiential opportunities are delivered professionally
monitor sponsor satisfaction through proactive communication, gathering feedback, and addressing partner concerns to maintain healthy relationships
evaluate sponsorship performance regularly to provide comprehensive reports detailing ROI and core deliverables to external stakeholders

What we offer

Attractive compensation package, including stock options
40% discount on all Fever events and experiences
free Candlelight voucher
20 days of paid annual leave
private health & dental insurance: OSDE 410 plan fully covered by Fever
Wellhub membership for gym and wellness access: 100% covered by Fever up to the Silver plan
language learning support: English and Spanish lessons
hybrid work setup: home office friendly with a central Buenos Aires office location
dynamic international team

Fulltime

Senior Sponsorship Sales Manager

Fever has a unique offering for clients. As a result we have worked with top-tie...

Location

Australia , Sydney

Salary:

Not provided

Fever

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5+ years of experience in B2C event sponsorship sales
A strong list of direct client and agency contacts
Excellent presentation and communication skills
An entrepreneurial can-do attitude
Comfortable in ambiguity - working through things for the first time
Ability to think creatively and make data-driven decisions
Skilled in crafting slide decks and written pitch materials

Job Responsibility

Collaborate with internal stakeholders: Work closely with various departments within the organization, such as marketing, sales, and event operations, to pool internal resources and develop winning sponsorship proposals
Develop strategic partnerships: Identify and engage potential sponsors to establish long-term relationships
Craft compelling sponsorship packages that align with sponsor objectives and deliver mutual benefits
Maximize revenue potential: Drive revenue growth by implementing effective sponsorship strategies, negotiating favorable deals, and leveraging existing sponsor relationships. Constantly seek opportunities to upsell and expand sponsorship portfolios
Ensure successful delivery: Oversee the execution of sponsorship agreements, ensuring all commitments are met in a timely and professional manner. Coordinate with internal teams to deliver sponsor benefits, activations, and experiential opportunities
Monitor sponsor satisfaction: Proactively communicate with sponsors to gather feedback, address concerns, and maintain strong relationships. Regularly evaluate sponsorship performance and provide reports on ROI and deliverables

What we offer

Attractive compensation package consisting of base salary and the potential to earn a significant bonus for top performance
Opportunity to have a real impact in a high-growth global category leader
40% discount on all Fever events and experiences
Work in a location in the heart of the city with possible travel across our markets
Remote friendly
Subsidised health insurance
Responsibility from day one and professional and personal growth
Great work environment with a fun, international team of talented people to work with

Fulltime

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