Senior Manager, Brand Consulting

THE·TEAM operates at the epicenter of sports, music and entertainment, serving talent, brands and properties on a global scale. Our brands and properties division works with iconic brands and rights holders, supporting business growth through all marketing disciplines. We're a trusted partner to every major league, team and venue, building meaningful connections between brands, properties and fans.

Headquartered in Los Angeles, THE·TEAM's presence spans 28 countries and more than 70 cities, including New York, London, Abu Dhabi, Amsterdam, Hong Kong, Madrid, Mexico City, Toronto, Paris and Sydney. For more information, please visit THE.TEAM.

Job Overview

Our brands and properties division works with iconic brands and rightsholders, supporting business growth through all marketing disciplines. We’re a trusted partner to every major league, team, and venue, building meaningful connections between brands, properties, and fans. THE·TEAM is looking for a motivated individual to join a Brands Retainer Client team supporting a global account. This position is responsible for managing various aspects of the client’s partnership portfolio and will support account team members with partnership management, project coordination, client measurement/reporting, presentations, and the implementation of timelines and budgets. The successful candidate will respond to client requests and is expected to consistently provide excellent client service, as well as represent client needs and goals to ensure partnership objectives are met.

This role will be based in Brooklyn, NY (Dumbo) with limited travel. Candidates must be willing to relocate if they are not currently based in the selected office location.

What You’ll Do

• Manages brand integration; work with clients to understand and exceed their business objectives.
• Manages client and partner relationships to secure most efficient and effective partnerships in support of client brand strategies.
• Manages interagency relationships; works with outside agencies and partners to ensure smooth execution of all client programs.
• Maintains a good working relationship with key stakeholders to ensure all parties receive appropriate attention, support, and ensures THE·TEAM is in lock‑step with the client’s plans as it relates to the growth and changes.
• Understands the landscape for each client’s business as well as the industry contexts for their investments. Builds cutting edge strategic plans for clients to meet and exceed objectives.
• Builds relationships with clients to encourage new and repeat business opportunities.
• Uses forward thinking initiative to identify the next best strategic opportunities and continue to deliver top results to the client.
• Manages client communications, conflict resolution, and compliance on client deliverables.
• Ensures that all processes and procedures are completed and quality standards are met.
• Provides regular two‑way communication between the clients and external partners, to provide strong client service and set proper client expectations.
• Leads team members in client service, relationship development, and project coordination.
• Assists Director in the supervision, training, and professional development of team members.
• Perform various tasks as needed by internal team members such as research, reports, daily updates, editing of materials, etc.
• Stay up to date on client product / service offering and is able to thoughtfully present to potential partners.
• Learn and manage client‑facing project management systems and legal processes for the purposes of supporting the creation and approval of different project documents.
• Maintain positive relationships with clients to encourage new and repeat business opportunities.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor's Degree preferred but not required.
• 5+ years relevant experience with minimum 3 years of direct experience in account and project management (preferably in sports league and/or team partnerships).
• Experience in direct brand or marketing strategy a plus.
• Robust understanding of sports property, rights, and media landscape.
• Up‑to‑date knowledge of the sports and entertainment landscape with a working knowledge of what is happening across culture today.
• Effective contract negotiation skills and familiarity with contract development.
• High‑level proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and web‑based project management tools; advanced skills in PowerPoint and Excel for deck development and budget management.
• Possess exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Superior interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport with people of all demographics.
• Requires self‑management, including the ability to assess a situation and quickly implement solutions.
• Must be able to multi‑task and be flexible enough to react under stressful circumstances.
• Well‑developed analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Motivated, goal‑oriented, persistent and a skilled negotiator.
• High level of initiative and works well independently and in a team environment.
• Plans and carries out responsibilities with minimal direction.
• Strong attention to detail and highly organized.
• Ability to think creatively in a team environment.
• Must be flexible and react calmly under stressful circumstances.

What We Offer

• Professional Development: Take advantage of our learning and development programs, mentorship opportunities, and career advancement support.
• Generous Time Off: Enjoy generous paid time off and holiday allowances to recharge and spend time with loved ones.
• Parental Leave: We provide paid parental leave to support your family during important life events.
• Retirement Plan: 401k plan including contribution matching.
• Healthcare: Medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, life and disability coverage options.
• Ancillary: Critical illness, identity protection, pet insurance, 529 plans and more.
• Commuter Benefits: Access support for travel and commuting needs, where available.
• Annual Discretionary Bonus: Employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

Base salary range: $80k – $85k, plus bonus potential if applicable for role. Actual base salary is dependent on several factors including but not limited to market dynamics, location and region, experience, specialized skills/training (education), level of responsibility, budgetary considerations, tenure at the company (for current employees), etc. The salary range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Compensation decisions are dependent on circumstances of each role.

THE·TEAM does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.