Account Director, Partnerships

Who We Are:
160over90 is an award‑winning global marketing agency which forges stronger human connections and creates shared moments where people feel something real. With 800 thinkers, doers, and makers across every cultural corner of the world, the agency offers a full‑service, channel‑agnostic approach and a deep connection to the people, places, and properties that drive the conversation of tomorrow. 160over90 works with leading brands including AB InBev, Amazon, Coca-Cola, DP World, Macy’s, Marriott International, McDonald’s, Verizon and Visa. 160over90 is part of WME Group, a global representation business comprising the world’s leading talent, intellectual property and brands.

The Role and What You’ll Do:

Overseethe day-to-daypartnership marketing &activation programming withtheclient’scross-functional teams (partnerships,brands,media, PR,social, etc.) and relevant agency partners in connection with client’ssports & entertainmentpartnership marketingplatforms

Develop and implement partnership strategy and activation; evaluateadditionalsponsorship opportunities and support contract negotiations as appropriate

Spearhead research and analytics efforts across client deliverables

Provide strategic thinking and recommendations for client and agency at large

Liaise with wider account team providing connectivity across all workstreams

Lead and mentor direct reports

You Have These:

A minimum of8+yearsof agency or client-based sponsorship account management experience in the sports and entertainment industries (specific disciplines could include, sponsorship marketing or event marketing)

Prior experience in managing the development and implementation ofpartnershipmarketing strategiesand activationson behalf of a clientorbrand

Prior experience managing a team/individuals

Prior experience managing day-to-day relationships with clients, agencies, and vendors

Prior experience with sponsorship contract negotiations

Understanding of, and practical experience with, event marketing operations andlogistics

Proven ability to prioritize workflow, manage multiple projects simultaneously and drive results

Strongability tomanagemultiple projectsacross large cross-functional teamsindependently and diligently whiledelivering pre-defined goals

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with client/accountmanagement experiencerequired

Ability to think strategically and creatively, and to problem-solve independently and in groups

Excellent attention to detail, time management, written and oral communication skills

Enthusiastic and flexible team-first player with a proactive approach

Proficient in MS Office Suite

How we work:
WME Groupis at the center of sports, media, entertainment, and fashion and is alargely relationship-basedbusiness. To foster an environment of collaboration, develop our future talent, andbuild onrelationships across leadership, peers, and teams, we work from the office 4 daysperweek. We see immeasurable value internally and throughout the core of the businesses we support.

Don’t meet every single requirement?
We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, authentic workplace, so if you’reexcited about thisrolebut yourpast experiencedoesn’talign perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Per local requirements and in the interest of transparency, the rate shown below reflects the prevalent current hiring range for this position. Hiring pay rates are based on a number of factors, including location and may vary depending on job-related qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. The company strives to provide locally competitive rewards packages, which include base rate along with, as applicable, short- and long-term incentives, growth and developmental opportunities, and robust benefits, such as health care, retirement, vacation and other paid time off, and additional offerings.

Hiring Rate Minimum:

$112,500 annually (minimum will not fall below the applicable state/local minimum salary thresholds)

Hiring Rate Maximum:

$150,000 annually

160/90 is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that encourages applications from qualified, eligible candidates from all backgrounds and life experiences regardless of race, gender identity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.

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