Account Executive - France Based

About the Role The role supports the Brand Solutions team on one of the agency's biggest clients, EA SPORTS, in the activation and management of its global football partnerships within France. It involves day-to-day account management and the delivery of world-class activation and management of the client's global partnership portfolios. The post-holder reports into an Account Manager and works within a team experienced in creating, managing and activating sponsorship campaigns for brands and premium rights holders. Strong general sports and football knowledge is key, alongside experience in account management and partnership activation. Key Responsibilities Support the Account Manager with the day-to-day management and activation of EA SPORTS' rights in France by planning, developing and managing the partner's rights and activation programme. Manage client relationships, including leading weekly status calls and meetings and regular client reporting. Generate and present creative activation ideas. Manage the planning and delivery of events and player appearances on behalf of the client. Work closely with the client on content creation, marketing assets and partnership materials. Arrange and attend activation events and trips. Manage client partnership inventory. Coordinate and create season-long reports and activation debriefs on behalf of the client. Manage activation budgets and invoicing processes. Analyse social media data to produce reports and share insights. Required Experience & Qualifications Junior account management or partnership activation experience (minimum 2 years). Distinct knowledge of sport, particularly football and the football scene in France. Interest in e-Sports and gaming. Good knowledge of social media platforms and reporting mechanisms. Native French (written and verbal) and strong proficiency in English. Good written and verbal communication skills. Creative and proactively minded. Positive, flexible attitude. Flawless attention to detail. Strong planning ability. Strong organisational and time management skills. Good presenting skills, including creating and presenting. Ability to work as part of a team and individually. Availability for national and international travel, with flexibility to attend events in the evening or at weekends. Benefits & Perks Opportunity to join an organisation that invests in and rewards its staff, provides an enjoyable working environment, and offers genuine responsibility and scope to shape a role and add real value. 25 days of annual leave plus additional RTT (working time reduction) days. Meal card loaded with €10.50 per working day, with 50% funded by the company. Financial support through the Sustainable Mobility Package (Forfait Mobilité Durable). Free access to bicycle parking. 85% of the health insurance premium covered by the company, with high-quality benefits and family coverage at no additional cost for the employee. Awareness and wellness initiatives on topics such as environmental protection, quality of work life, and stress management. One paid day per year dedicated to volunteering and supporting charitable organisations. Numerous events throughout the year, including after-work gatherings, sports activities, and company seminars. Active Works Council (CSE) offering a range of benefits throughout the year, including gift vouchers and discounts on cultural activities and events. About the Company SPORTFIVE is a global agency working across sponsorships, advertising, talent, activation and hospitality within sports. It has over 1,200 employees who strategically and creatively connect brands, rights-holders, media platforms and fans across Football, F1, NFL, NBA, Golf, Esports, Olympics, and more. The company has been voted the No.1 most attractive sports marketing agency to work for three consecutive years and has featured in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work. #J-18808-Ljbffr Global Sports Jobs Limited