Manager, Brand Consulting

Wasserman • New York, NY

5d • $70,000 - $72,000 • Onsite

About The Position

THE·TEAM's Brands division is seeking a motivated individual to join one of our priority client account teams, leading the day-to-day management of select NBA partnerships and supporting broader strategic initiatives across the NBA vertical. This role will contribute to partnership strategy and oversee the execution of key partnership elements, ensuring all deliverables are activated effectively and in alignment with client objectives. The position will manage client and partnership relationships, respond proactively to evolving needs, and consistently deliver a high level of service. The ideal candidate will effectively represent client goals to ensure quality, seamless execution, and strong partnership outcomes.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree required.
• Four or more years of relevant experience, including at least two years of direct account and project management experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to work confidently with numbers and translate large amounts of data into clear, accessible insights
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and consistently meet deadlines.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to think creatively and contribute effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Flexible, team-oriented, and able to remain calm and effective under pressure.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the sports or entertainment industry is preferred.
• Current knowledge of the sports and entertainment landscape, particularly the NBA, with a strong understanding of cultural trends and emerging developments.

Responsibilities

• Contributes to the development of partnership strategies, programs, and long-term initiatives that support client objectives and priorities within the NBA vertical.
• Leads the planning, coordination, fulfillment, and execution of partnership assets and deliverables, including logistics, timelines, budgets, stakeholder approvals, and post-activation reporting.
• Manages relationships and workflows with clients, partners, third-party vendors, agencies, and internal stakeholders to support seamless program delivery.
• Maintains project plans, status reports, timelines, and approval processes, and tracks program spending against approved budgets.
• Supports audience, demographic, industry, and performance research to inform partnership strategy, activation concepts, and client recommendations.
• Develops clear presentations, reports, and other client-facing materials in collaboration with internal team members.
• Learns and manages project-management platforms and legal review processes to facilitate the creation, routing, and approval of project documents.
• Maintains a strong understanding of the client’s products, services, business priorities, and partnership objectives and communicates them effectively to current and prospective partners.
• Builds trusted client and partner relationships through proactive communication, responsive service, and a strong understanding of business and partnership objectives to support new and repeat business opportunities.
• Monitors developments across sports, entertainment, media, and culture to identify relevant trends, opportunities, and implications for clients.
• Provides additional account support as needed, including research, reporting, material development, talent identification, and special projects.

Benefits

• Professional Development: Take advantage of our learning and development programs, mentorship opportunities, and career advancement support.
• Generous Time Off: Enjoy generous paid time off and holiday allowances to recharge and spend time with loved ones.
• Parental Leave: We provide paid parental leave to support your family during important life events.
• Retirement Plan: 401k plan including contribution matching.
• Healthcare: Medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, life and disability coverage options.
• Ancillary: Critical illness, identity protection, pet insurance, 529 plans and more
• Commuter Benefits: Access support for travel and commuting needs, where available

What This Job Offers

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