Sr. Manager, Enterprise Sponsorships

Corebridge Financial • Houston, TX

13d • Hybrid

About The Position

This individual supports Corebridge sponsorship programs, including the organization’s flagship sponsorship with the PGA of America. They are responsible for executing end-to-end, cross-enterprise strategic activation plans for existing and prospective partnerships, with a strong focus on the execution of sponsorship-related hospitality programs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• 7+ years of experience within the sponsorship marketing field, agency experience a plus
• Sponsorship hospitality activation experience required

Nice To Haves

• Excellent presentation, analytical and communications skills (written, verbal and interpersonal), including diplomacy and ability to advise senior-level executives and colleagues, and navigate across a diverse and complex organization
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship management/building skills, experience in client management and/or agency side is a plus
• Strategic mindset to integrate business and brand strategy into all communications, along with innovative and forward-looking outlook
• Demonstrated ability to execute large-scale sponsorship hospitality programs
• Program management and execution experience
• Proven track record of success in delivering high quality work in a fast paced and dynamic environment
• Deep understanding of financial services
• Ability to travel and work non-traditional hours, including evenings and weekends (expected to be up to 20% annually)
• Understanding of key properties related to professional golf, including the PGA of America, Ryder Cup, PGA TOUR, and LPGA
• Strong knowledge of the sponsorship landscape, including both traditional and emerging properties in sports and entertainment

Responsibilities

• Assist the Vice President of Enterprise Sponsorships with the development of the PGA of America sponsorship activation, the largest marketing investment in partner/client-facing engagement and brand-building
• Oversee all partner and client hospitality programs leveraging sponsorship assets and integrating brand and business messages
• Engage with senior leadership and colleagues as a Center of Excellence expert in sponsorship activation and measurement
• Manage and foster critical relationships with key sponsorship partners to ensure Corebridge is receiving and maximizing all benefits from the partnership
• Bring together sponsorship programs with CSR, PR and Thought Leadership for maximum impact and to build reputation in the market.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders, including Marketing Leadership Team, line-of-business leaders, creative developers, and Legal/Compliance partners
• Manage sponsorship budgets including rights fees, contractual funds, agency budgets, and activation programming
• Manage relationships with agencies, talent and other third parties

Benefits

• Health and Wellness: We offer a range of medical, dental and vision insurance plans, as well as mental health support and wellness initiatives to promote overall well-being.
• Retirement Savings: We offer retirement benefits options, which vary by location. In the U.S., our competitive 401(k) Plan offers a generous dollar-for-dollar Company matching contribution of up to 6% of eligible pay and a Company contribution equal to 3% of eligible pay (subject to annual IRS limits and Plan terms). These Company contributions vest immediately.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counseling services and resources are available to all employees.
• Matching charitable donations: Corebridge matches donations to tax-exempt organizations 1:1, up to $5,000.
• Volunteer Time Off: Employees may use up to 16 volunteer hours annually to support activities that enhance and serve communities where employees live and work.
• Paid Time Off: Eligible employees start off with at least 24 Paid Time Off (PTO) days so they can take time off for themselves and their families when they need it.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees