Partnerships Account Executive

Join to apply for the Partnerships Account Executive role at 54 Application Deadline: 18 December 2025 Department: Partnerships Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: London Reporting To: Adam Crane About 54Group 54 is a sports and entertainment agency operating across five regions and nine offices: United Kingdom (London), Europe (Sotogrande, Spain), MENA (Riyadh, Saudi Arabia & Dubai and Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates), APAC (Singapore, Vietnam & Adelaide, Australia) and USA (West Palm Beach, Florida). It works with rights holders, governing bodies, developers, household brands and major investors who share its belief in the power of sport. 54 comprises three service areas each consisting of two divisions: Strategic Advisory (Consultancy and Data & Insights), Asset Optimisation (Operations and Commercial) and Activation & Engagement (Events and Marketing). At its core, the company has an unwavering belief in embracing the opportunities offered by pushing at the edges of conventional wisdom. Role Overview The Partnerships Executive plays a vital supporting role within 54’s Partnerships & Activation team, helping to deliver world-class sponsorship programmes for leading brands and rights holders. The Role Focuses On Three Key Areas Activation planning and delivery – including guest programmes, VIP experiences, digital content, campaigns, and physical activations Contractual rights delivery and tracking – ensuring every partner benefit is fulfilled, recorded, and reported Relationship management – supporting strong, professional partnerships with clients, rights holders, and suppliers Key Roles And Responsibilities Activation Planning & Delivery Support the creation, planning, and execution of activation programmes across digital, live event, and experiential activations Coordinate logistics for guest programmes, hospitality and VIP experiences at domestic and international events Assist in the production of digital and social content campaigns aligned with partner objectives and brand guidelines Liaise with venues, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure smooth activation delivery Provide on-site support at events, including guest servicing, branding delivery, and operational coordination Contractual Rights Delivery & Tracking Maintain and update rights management trackers across partner accounts Ensure all contractual rights and deliverables are delivered accurately and on time Coordinate internal and external approvals for creative assets and activations Support the preparation of performance reports and campaign evaluations Relationship Management Act as a day-to-day point of contact for clients and rights holders Support senior team members in maintaining strong relationships with partners Help prepare and deliver client presentations, reports, and review sessions Champion the highest standards of professionalism, responsiveness, and attention to detail Measurement & Insight Track and report on activation performance, including engagement metrics, media value, and guest feedback Contribute insights and ideas to enhance partnership value and future planning Special Skills/Experience/Aptitudes Needed 1–3 years’ experience in sponsorship, sports marketing, events, or brand partnerships (agency or rights-holder side) Excellent organisational and project management skills Strong interpersonal and communication abilities, with confidence engaging clients and suppliers Detail-oriented and able to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint and Excel; familiarity with CRM or project-tracking tools advantageous A passion for sport and an understanding of sponsorship’s role in marketing and fan engagement Proactive, adaptable, and enthusiastic — thrives in a fast-moving, event-driven environment Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset and strong sense of accountability Creative thinker with a practical approach to problem-solving Positive, professional, and committed to delivering exceptional work for clients Salary And Benefits Competitive Salary Annual Discretionary Company Bonus – up to 8% (3% Company & 5% Individual) Pension scheme Life Assurance Income Protection 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays), pro-rated & Birthday off Increased annual leave with years of service Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Private Healthcare Enhanced Parental Leave Staff clothing Working hours will be from 09.00 to 17.30 with an hour taken for lunch between 12.00 and 14.00 #J-18808-Ljbffr