Partnerships Manager

Will play a key part in delivering best-in-class servicing and activation for UC3's global sponsorship portfolio across the UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, and UEFA Europa Conference League. Acting as a trusted advisor to partners, the role ensures contracted rights are executed to the highest standard, enabling partners to achieve their brand and business objectives through innovative, multi-channel activations. The position works closely with the Global Partnerships Lead, championing a client-centric approach, fostering strong stakeholder relationships, and contributing to long-term value for UC3 and its partners.

• Deliver world-class partnership servicing and activation across assigned partner accounts, ensuring all rights are fulfilled and measured against partner objectives.
• Support the Global Partnerships Lead with day-to-day operations and client servicing.
• Act as a trusted advisor to partners, providing guidance on rights usage and activation to maximise value and impact for partners.
• Identify best-in-class processes and experiences to support the growth of the partnership offering.
• Build strong, positive working relationships with partners and key stakeholders to support long-term collaboration.
• Lead regular partner meetings, ensuring clear communication, performance tracking, and actionable recommendations.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver successful operational, insight-led integrated partnerships aligned with partner objectives.
• Maintain a solution-focused approach in fast-paced or high-pressure situations.
• Mentor, manage and support the Partnerships Executive, supporting them to grow within the partnerships team while fostering a culture of teamwork and collaboration.
• Champion a client-centric approach and contribute to the creation of long-term value for UC3 and its partners.

• Strong collaboration skills and a commitment to being an effective team player.
• Proven experience managing and activating partnerships within the sports and/or entertainment industry.
• Strong relationship management skills, with experience acting as a trusted partner to major brands.
• Highly proactive approach to account management, with the ability to identify challenges and propose solutions.
• Familiarity with rights-holder processes and governance.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Outstanding organisational, time management, and planning skills.
• High proficiency across Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Fluent English required.

• Additional languages are an advantage.

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