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We’re on the lookout for a Sponsorship Executive who’s ready to roll up their sleeves and make our partnerships shine from day one. From the iconic AO Arena and AO Manchester Thunder to Altrincham FC, our sponsorships put us front and centre in sport and entertainment- and we’re nowhere near finished yet.
Job Responsibility:
Build brilliant day to day relationships with our sponsorship partners to keep everything running smoothly
Look after all allocation and administration of contractual rights with our sponsorships
Manage ticket and hospitality allocations, administration and distribution for both customers and internal stakeholders
Work with internal teams to help our sponsorships shine across campaigns, social, CRM, and events
Plan and deliver standout activations, from the first idea to the final wrap up
Lead support staff during events to ensure everything runs like clockwork
Keep AOers updated on events, tickets, and sponsorship activity
Be a true AO brand ambassador, championing our tone, values, and identity
Represent AO with confidence and professionalism on event days, even when things get busy
Requirements:
Background/understanding in a sponsorship environment within sport or entertainment
Happy to travel across the UK and flexible to work some evenings/weekends
Understanding of delivering brilliant activations and events from start to finish
Proactive mindset always looking for smarter, better ways to do things
Strong interpersonal skills
can influence and collaborate with people at all levels
confident communicator
Confident producing clear, regular reports for key stakeholders
Great at managing time and juggling multiple projects
Attention to detail is spot on
Good understanding of excel
Nice to have:
Fresh out of university with a degree in Sports Management (or a similar subject)
Already have some hands‑on experience in partnerships, events, or brand activations
What we offer:
Holidays
25 days, plus bank holidays (increasing to 27 days after 2 years with us!)
Pension
Contribute 5% of your annual salary and we'll do the same
Be a VIP at the AO Arena
we have loads of opportunities to win free tickets and pre-sale access!
Health & wellbeing
discounted gym membership, an onsite spa and our Help @ Hand scheme giving you access to virtual GP’s, Mental Health support and much more
Discounts
exclusive discounts across our product range
Family leave
Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption leave
Making a difference
2 fully paid days a year to donate your time to any charity of your choice
On site perks
start your day with free on site parking, grabbing a complimentary breakfast and a coffee at our subsidised in house coffee shop!