Senior Partnerships sales manager

Job Title: Senior Partnership Sales ManagerLocation: Birmingham (Hybrid Working Available)Salary: Competitive + Bonus + BenefitsContract Type: Full-time, PermanentAbout the Role:We're recruiting for a Senior Partnership Sales Manager to join a major UK sports and entertainment organisation. This is an exciting opportunity to shape high-value commercial partnerships for one of the country's most dynamic and high-profile sporting teams.You will play a key role in driving partnership revenue, creating compelling commercial propositions, and building relationships with major brands across a wide range of sectors. Working closely with senior leaders and internal stakeholders, you'll manage the full sales cycle — from prospecting and pitching through to negotiation and closing long-term deals.This role is ideal for a commercially-minded partnership specialist with experience in sport, sponsorship, rights holders or media environments, and who enjoys working at pace within a high-energy commercial function.Key Responsibilities:Partnership Sales StrategyLead the end-to-end partnership sales process, from initial outreach to closing major commercial agreementsBuild strategic sales plans to deliver ambitious revenue targetsStay informed on market and category trends within the sponsorship landscapeCreative Proposition DevelopmentDevelop tailored, insight-led partnership packages that deliver value for both the organisation and the brandCollaborate internally to ensure proposals align with team identity, audience insights and commercial prioritiesCreate engaging pitch materials that tell a compelling brand storyLead Generation & Pipeline ManagementIdentify, research and qualify new partnership prospects across multiple industriesMaintain a structured pipeline with clear activity tracking and revenue forecastingUse competitive insights to create urgency and maximise opportunitiesExternal Engagement & PitchingLead high-impact meetings with senior stakeholders, brands and agenciesDeliver confident, persuasive presentations tailored to each prospectProduce clear, compelling proposals aligned with commercial objectivesReporting & Internal CollaborationProvide clear and consistent reporting on sales activity, pipeline performance and deal progressWork closely with colleagues across Marketing, Communications, Ticketing and OperationsPresent updates and insights to senior leadership and wider commercial teamsCandidate Profile:Proven track record in partnership or sponsorship sales within sport, entertainment, media, rights holders or agency environmentsStrong commercial acumen with experience closing high-value dealsExcellent stakeholder management skills and confidence engaging with C-suite decision-makersSkilled in building pipelines, generating leads and managing complex negotiationsCreative thinker with the ability to develop compelling partnership propositionsStrong communication and presentation skills with an engaging, persuasive styleHighly organised with strong project management capabilitiesMotivated, collaborative and target-drivenWhat Our Client Offers:Hybrid working arrangementOpportunity to work within a fast-paced, high-profile sporting environmentHigh levels of ownership and strategic influenceSupportive and collaborative internal cultureOpportunities to work closely with brands, agencies and senior stakeholdersStrong career development and commercial progression opportunitiesHow to Apply:If you're an experienced partnership sales professional with a passion for high-value commercial work and relationship building, we'd love to hear from you.About Us:We are a recruitment agency specialising in commercial, partnerships, and marketing appointments across the UK. We connect ambitious professionals with industry-leading organisations, supporting long-term success for both our clients and candidates.