SVP, Global Sponsorship Consulting
About The Position
MKTG S+E is a global agency that harnesses the power of sports and entertainment for brands. For over 20 years, we've ignited fandom and innovated activation in the world of sports and entertainment to make something worth noticing, engaging, liking, sharing and remembering. We leverage deep INSIGHTS and our network of seasoned & creative team members to create IMPACT between properties, fans & brands. MKTG S+E is a part of the broader dentsu Sports International network. Role Summary The SVP, Global Sponsorship Consulting will serve as a senior client leader responsible for overseeing global sponsorship strategies and execution across markets. This role requires a strong balance of strategic thinking and operational excellence, leading integrated programs across teams, regions, and rights holders within a matrixed environment. Reporting to the EVP, Sponsorship Consulting, this role operates as a key account lead, guiding global initiatives with an initial focus on Formula 1 and expanding into additional sports and partnership opportunities.
Requirements
- 12+ years of experience in sponsorship consulting, sports marketing, partnerships, or related fields
- 4+ years of direct experience working on Formula 1 sponsorship programs, including partnerships with properties, teams, or athletes
- Prior agency experience required
- Demonstrated experience managing global or multi-market sponsorship programs
- Proven success leading complex, high-value client relationships
- Experience working in a matrixed organization with both direct and indirect reporting structures
- Strong commercial acumen, including experience negotiating partnerships and structuring deals
Responsibilities
- Serve as the senior account lead for a major global client, owning the relationship and ensuring high-quality delivery across markets
- Develop and lead global sponsorship strategies, including Formula 1 and additional sports partnerships
- Oversee execution of integrated marketing and sponsorship programs across regions and teams
- Lead cross-functional and cross-regional teams, including both direct and matrixed reports (approximately 10–30 team members)
- Build and maintain strong relationships with global rights holders, governing bodies, and partners
- Translate client business objectives into actionable sponsorship strategies and measurable outcomes
- Present strategic recommendations, performance insights, and plans to senior client stakeholders, including C-level leaders
- Identify opportunities to grow accounts through expanded partnerships, new properties, and integrated solutions
- Ensure consistency, quality, and alignment across all workstreams in a global delivery model
Benefits
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- 401k
- Flexible paid time off
- At least 15 paid holidays per year
- Paid sick and safe leave
- Paid parental leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
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