Learfield is actively seeking a Director of Partnership Services to work on campus. This role oversees and manages the development of new platforms & inventory, sales support & stewardship efforts, client retention, inventory management and non-revenue initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Work alongside key athletics department units and maintaining strong relationship
• Assist with key corporate initiatives
• Develop strategic platforms for the sales team
• Assist in the development and execution of creative concepts across all verticals (digital, traditional, etc.)
• Understand the business goals and objectives of each Sponsor and strategically provide ideas and recommendations to grow their business
• Collaborate closely with internal departments such as Field Marketing, Digital, Content, and Strategy & Innovation to drive effective and timely promotional content
• Coordinate with sales, facilitating and gathering all materials needed to fulfill sponsorships
• Attract, develop, and retain Partnership Services staff
• Work games and events as assigned to execute and monitor sponsor promotions and activities
• Manage and track all account history, relationship details and partnership activation details on a consistent basis
• Provide recaps of activations/partner components when requested
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• 8+ years working in sponsorship or related field
• Experience in or general knowledge of sales tactics and client relations
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to balance multiple tasks with strong attention to detail and listening skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including PowerPoint
• Strong time management and administrative skills
• Self-motivated and highly dependable with the ability to work independently or collaborate to meet department goals
• Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Sports Management, or related field preferred

Learfield offers a full spectrum of benefits for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance and Other Insurance Plans, Flexible Paid Time Off (including Parental Leave), Paid Holidays, 401(k), and Short/Long Term Disability.

Learfield is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.