Description

　　LEGENDS

　　Founded in 2008, Legends’ operating divisions worldwide include – Global Partnerships, Global Sales, Hospitality, Global Partnerships, Global Merchandise, Global Technology Solutions, Attractions, Growth Enterprises – offering clients and partners a 360-degree data and analytics fueled service solution platform to elevate their brand and execute their vision. Currently, Legends works with marquee clients across business verticals including professional sports; collegiate; attractions; entertainment; and conventions and leisure. We are the industry leaders in designing, planning, and realizing exceptional experiences in sports and entertainment. For more information, visit www.Legends.net and follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TheLegendsWay.

　　LEGENDS GLOBAL PARTNERSHIPS

　　Delivering for the world’s largest and most complex projects, Legends Global Partnerships experts deliver innovative solutions to create integrated and meaningful partnerships, connecting our partners with the world’s premier and emerging brands in a transformational way. Our comprehensive slate of consulting and sales execution services includes delivering naming and venue entitlement positions, jersey sponsorships, premier events partnerships, emerging entertainment platforms, universities, mixed-use real estate developments and more.

　　SAN DIEGO FOOTBALL CLUB

　　San Diego Football Club (San Diego FC) is the newest member of the MLS family. As part of the unique Right to Dream community and the Sycuan Tribe’s deep roots, we are proud to be building a San Diego-centric soccer organization that honors our history and celebrates emerging excellence.

　　We value community, diversity, and acting with purpose. We are looking for leaders at all levels to co-create the culture of a new organization that is built on the premise that you can discover, understand, and re-define excellence by nurturing talent and creating opportunity anywhere – and specifically through soccer.

　　Globally, Right to Dream partners with talented young people to give them a nurturing environment to flourish and thrive. They do this through a holistic model of athletic development, where young people grow as human beings and great footballers. RTD’s promise is set out in their Manifesto: a set of 8 commitments which will be central to the San Diego FC ethos from the front office to the field, when games start at Snapdragon Stadium in 2025.

　　We are therefore looking for people who:1. Are purpose driven2. Are willing to rock the boat3. Can lead courageously4. Respect fans as the soul of our game5. Challenge conventional thinking6. Are innovative and who drive change7. Work inclusively and collaboratively across cultures8. Embrace organizations with a family feel, preferring to work as part of a community9. Believe in the potential of youth, no matter where they are from

　　THE ROLE

　　The Manager of Partnership Activation will be primarily responsible for the planning, execution, client service and day-to-day management of all aspects surrounding San Diego FC partnership contracts. The Manager of Partnership Activation acts as the liaison between multiple San Diego FC partners and/or their agencies, fellow San Diego FC Partnerships staff, and the internal departments of San Diego Football Club. The Manager of Partnership Activation will report directly into the Senior Manager of Partnership Development.

　　ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

　　Act as the primary liaison for San Diego FC partners to facilitate activation of integrated partnership agreements

　　Assist with the development of partnership proposals and presentations for both new business and renewals.

　　Participate in management and analysis of departmental tools equipped to support sales and inventory management

　　Collaborate with San Diego FC partnership staff to fully understand each client’s marketing objectives and priorities

　　Assist with game-day events and activation for corporate partners, including but not limited to special activations, pre-game, in-game and half-time promotions, hospitality events, promotional activations and displays

　　Manage corporate partnership aspects of non-game day events and promotions, including but not limited to clinics, tournaments, player appearances, special promotions, and sweepstakes

　　Manage several business lines on behalf of the department to ensure all corporate partnership elements are fulfilled and all inventory is utilized (i.e. television, radio, digital, etc.)

　　Prepare and communicate timelines, artwork, creative specifications, and implementation deadlines

　　Maintain detailed planning records using CRM system, and manage budgets related to the execution of partnership agreements

　　Prepare and process all documentation related to client implementation and the creation of year-end partnership summaries

　　Facilitate ongoing client engagement and opportunity identification via regular meetings, conference calls, and written correspondence

　　Coordinate special events for client accounts, managing from planning to execution of these events

　　Coordinate and manage all ticket and hospitality implementation, as well as scheduling and logistics for current partners on San Diego FC home matches

　　Work closely with all internal constituents, including marketing, business intelligence, ticketing, accounting, operations, community relations, consumer products and more

　　Travel as required for club events and client meetings

　　Responsible for any other special projects assigned by leadership

　　QUALIFICATIONS

　　To perform this job successfully, the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty above at the highest levels. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

　　Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

　　Minimum of 3+ years of high-level partnership activation experience

　　Expert time management skills and the ability to work to tight deadlines on numerous concurrent projects

　　Excellent spelling, grammar, proofreading skills and a strong ability to communicate both orally and written

　　Proficient in all Microsoft Office and G Suite Products, KORE Software, Photoshop and third party research tools

　　Familiarity/proficiency with Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and other relevant digital/social media channels

　　Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to establish strong relationships, effectively manage expectations and provide information with extraordinary courtesy and tact while safeguarding confidentially

　　Ability to establish priorities and courses of action for handling multiple tasks and projects with minimal supervision, and a demonstrated attention to detail

　　Ability to prepare, understand and monitor activation budgets

　　Able to demonstrate flexibility and quickly adapt to changes while maintaining high levels of productivity and effectiveness under pressure

　　Able to work flexible and irregular hours (including evenings, weekends, and special events)

　　High emotional intelligence, intellectual curiosity and desire to grow professionally

　　Self-motivated with entrepreneurial spirit

　　Possess an optimistic team attitude and competitive desire to be the best

　　Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment

　　COMPENSATION

　　Competitive salary range of $75,000 - $80,000 plus potential bonus opportunities, and a generous benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation and 401k plan.

　　WORKING CONDITIONS

　　Location: On Site San Diego, CA

　　The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, hear; use hands to finger, and handle controls. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to stand, walk, and stoop. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.Legends is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or genetic information.

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