Partnership Account Manager

Key Responsibilities:

Client Management:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with partners, ensuring superior customer service.
• Collaborate with the Corporate Partnership Sales team to fulfill agreements.
• Oversee day-to-day partner relationships.

Cross-functional Collaboration:

• Work with all departments (e.g., marketing, media, operations, digital) to fulfill client partnership agreements.
• Ensure clear communication across the organization.

Partnership Management:

• Manage partnership assets for motorsport sponsorships and handle full account responsibilities.
• Maintain effective communication with partners, agencies, and internal teams.
• Oversee day-to-day relationships with commercial partners.

Project & Event Management:

• Assist with sponsor-related projects and oversee on-site partner activations.
• Ensure projects are delivered on schedule and within budget.

Account Management & Fulfillment:

• Manage full account responsibilities for assigned SMC partners.
• Develop tracking and reporting procedures to maximize activation impact.
• Understand SMC and partner businesses in depth.

Reporting & Analysis:

• Create partner recap reports and case studies.
• Conduct data analysis to demonstrate partnership ROI.

Strategic Planning & Execution:

• Contribute to strategic campaign planning and execution.
• Align SMC’s goals with partner objectives to create impactful marketing programs.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, Communications, Sports Management, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in account management, sponsorship activation, and partnership marketing in sports and entertainment.
• Experience in motorsport partnerships and managing corporate partnerships.
• Handling multifaceted events/projects and liaising with global markets.
• International experience in live events/sports industry is desirable.
• Fluency in English & Arabic, strong written, verbal, and presentation skills, ability to understand diverse situations and build relationships, professionalism, and attention to detail.
• Strong time management and organizational skills, ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office, data analytics, project management software, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Analytical mindset with creative problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to attend events, travel, and work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.