Associate Manager, Brand Consulting (Bilingual)

Wasserman • New York, NY

5d

About The Position

THE·TEAM is seeking a motivated individual to join its Brands Client team. The Associate Manager provides support to account team members through research, client reports and presentations, client services, partnership management, project coordination, and creative approvals for marketing assets. The role responds to client needs and requests, provides excellent customer service, and represents client needs and goals within the organization to help ensure quality.

The position supports day-to-day account and vertical management under the supervision of a Senior Brand Manager and other team members. It contributes to partnership strategy, valuations, reporting, creative approvals, and activation campaigns, while maintaining relationships with clients and partners. The role may also support business development and specialized projects, while prioritizing client work.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• Fluency in English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint and Excel.
• Ability to multitask, self-manage, meet deadlines, and handle multiple priorities.
• Flexibility and comfort assuming multiple roles as needed by the team.
• Efficient communication with internal and client stakeholders, with the ability to drive decisions.
• Ability to carry out responsibilities with minimal direction.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to think creatively in a team environment.
• Ability to react calmly under stressful circumstances and remain poised and professional when working with well-known talent.
• Ability to travel for partner programs or activations as required.

Nice To Haves

• One to two years of work experience is ideal.
• Sports experience, with an emphasis on soccer, is preferred.
• Proficiency in Spanish is preferred.
• Up-to-date knowledge of the sports and entertainment industry and a working knowledge of current and emerging culture.
• Interest in the role of technology, including digital and social media platforms, in the consumer sports and entertainment experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day management of a vertical under the supervision of a Senior Brand Manager and other team members.
• Provide program recaps with insights and opportunities for optimization.
• Support regional valuations for prospective and current partners.
• Prepare overviews of deal details, strategy alignment, asset valuation, analysis, and considerations for potential negotiations.
• Highlight opportunities, valuations, and strategy alignment for new and current partners.
• Contribute to or lead brainstorming for strategic activation campaigns.
• Develop and lead vertical reporting, including weekly trends and overarching competitive work.
• Manage creative asset approvals for half of brand sponsorship programs, including national and local partner creative, sweeps, promotional rules, and disclaimers.
• Maintain and update a comprehensive brand guidelines database.
• Participate in weekly brand creative calls to ensure compliance and alignment.
• Manage property planning meetings to ensure accurate creative review and timely approvals.
• Serve as a resource on sponsorship best practices, rules, and guidelines within the team and across other brand client agency partners.
• Support national-led brand partnerships involving properties and talent in connection with major annual events.
• Stay informed about client product and service offerings and present them thoughtfully to potential partners.
• Maintain positive relationships with clients and partners, including teams, leagues, and partner agencies, to support account success and encourage new and repeat business.
• Support the strategy and measurement lead with research- and insights-driven reports.
• Take on specialized roles or projects as needed, such as working with third-party vendors or partner agencies to execute client programs.
• Support business development initiatives and take on new challenges while managing client work as the priority.

Benefits

• Learning and development programs, mentorship opportunities, and career advancement support.
• Generous paid time off and holiday allowances.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401(k) plan with contribution matching.
• Medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, life, and disability coverage options.
• Critical illness coverage, identity protection, pet insurance, 529 plans, and other ancillary benefits.
• Commuter support, where available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level