Recruitment Roundup: NBA, Huel, Pentland Brands

05 Dec 2024 | Tom Love
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Arsenal F.C – MarTech Data Manager

We are looking for a MarTech Data Manager to support our journey to redefine the personalisation and automation strategy across the department, aiming to increase supporter engagement and underpin commercial growth. In this new role within the Digital & Insight team, you will be dedicated to managing the Supporter Data Platform (SDP) and data integration with downstream MarTech. You will enable multichannel supporter journeys and personalised digital experiences, contributing as an important component in the future and on-going evolution of technology and approach we take to deliver unique support experiences.

National Basketball Association (NBA) – Marketing & Growth Associate – Europe & Middle East

This position will be part of the DTC marketing team that focuses on attracting, engaging, monetizing, and retaining NBA fans through digital products such as the NBA App, NBA ID, NBA Fantasy, and NBA League Pass. The role will have a specific focus on growing, engaging and retaining the NBA ID member base with a secondary focus on supporting the operation and marketing of NBA Fantasy games, global campaigns and CRM channels in Europe and the Middle East (EME).

McLaren Racing – Senior Specialist, Partnerships

Working across the Formula E partnership portfolio, the purpose of this role is to take responsibility for the day-to-day operational fulfillment of key Partners, such that the contractual rights are fully leveraged and maximised, while the long-term individual and company relationships are created and maintained.

England Rugby – Analytics and Business Intelligence Manager

The role holder will provide clear and actionable sector insight which supports the RFU and gives strong evidence for strategic change. With proven, relevant analytical skills and experience, this role will enable the business to make informed decisions about key strategic priorities and support the development of effective ROI tracking.

Guild Gaming – Team Operations Administrator

The Teams Operations Administrator will be responsible for managing and supporting the operational aspects of esports teams and players. This role ensures smooth execution of esports activities, maintaining organisational efficiency, compliance, and effective communication among teams, players and stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have excellent organisational and communication skills, thriving in a process driven environment.

Red Bull Racing & Red Bull Technology – Employee Experience Partner

We have a rare and exciting opportunity to join our Employee Experience team, part of our wider Human Resources department. Working across all entities and based at the Red Bull Technology Campus in Milton Keynes, you’ll be supporting the Employee Experience Manager with the delivery of progressive plans centred around a large variety of Employee Engagement and Wellbeing topics.

World Rugby – Venue Manager Twickenham

We are looking to recruit a Venue Manager for Twickenham (RWC2025 Final and Third place play-off) who will be responsible for the operational planning and delivery of this tournament venue, as well as supporting tournament related work within their region.

SailGP – Social Media Executive

Reporting into the Social Lead, this role will help to execute SailGP’s organic social strategy across all major platforms as well as leading on day-to-day delivery of this strategy. Working closely with the wider content team and other internal stakeholders, you’ll be required to ideate, plan, and publish social-first content that aligns with the league’s growth goals and resonates with fans.

DP World – Team Leader

We have an exciting opportunity for Team Leader to join our team in Coleshill/Birmingham. The Team Leader will oversee business operations, delegating tasks to team members and resolving problems that occur on their shift. Their duties also include stock inventory & coordinating employee responsibilities to improve efficiency & customer service.

ESL FACEIT Group – Advertising Account Manager

We are actively seeking a seasoned Account Manager who will play a pivotal role in ensuring our customers receive first-class support and manage all aspects of the post-sale experience. This will include campaign execution, client reporting, and working cross-functionally with key teams across the business.

The R&A – Senior Manager, Product & Offer Development

To lead on a varied and diverse number of projects as part of the centralised pre-planning team on The Open proactively working with and effectively collaborating with various internal (up to Director level) and external stakeholders planning a minimum of two years in advance of each Championship to help ensure the effective development of products/offers and seamless implementation of the agreed strategics with The Open delivery team.

City Football Group – Commercial Operations Coordinator

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Commercial Operations Team on a maternity cover contract. You’ll play a key role in supporting our sales teams by managing essential administrative tasks, enabling them to focus on revenue generation and growing our commercial business.

Huel – Strategy Manager

The role of Strategy Manager for Huel will leverage your strategic thinking, analytical skills, and consulting expertise to help us grow and innovate globally. In this role, you will work closely with our Head of Strategy to define and shape Huel’s overarching business strategy, working across the business on Product, Market, and Channel strategy to guide business decisions.

Pentland Brands – Global Head of Social and Community

As Speedo’s Global Head of Social & Community, you will drive the global social media strategy, build brand awareness, and cultivate a highly engaged community. You will lead innovative, social-first campaigns, oversee influencer marketing, and enhance Speedo’s digital presence across key markets. Reporting directly to the VP of Brand & Marketing, you will collaborate cross-functionally with regional leads, marketing, product, creative, and external agencies to ensure Speedo’s social media efforts align with global business objectives and reflect our brand heritage. Your role will be pivotal in enhancing engagement, driving conversion, and delivering industry-leading content.

Warner Bros. Discovery – TNT Sports Business: Propositions & Trading Manager

We are currently looking for a propositions manager to drive the performance of our existing propositions set and to create and deliver new propositions to drive acquisition for Commercial Sport. You will be responsible for exploring and implementing new platforms and technologies to add value to the Commercial Sport proposition and to drive distribution across existing and development sectors. You will also support corporate trading, including but not limited to; setting targets, enabling our sales team, managing trading performance, policing plan and will act as product gatekeeper, ensuring that operations and systems function in a manner as to maximise corporate trading performance.

LADbible Group – Sports Account Director, Client Solutions

As a key member of LADbible Group’s Client Solutions (Sales) team, the Sports Account Director will play an essential role in driving revenue across branded content, display, filters, influencer marketing and sponsorships, specifically in the sports sector. You will work with prominent clients including leading sports teams, brands and agencies, delivering tailored strategies that resonate with sports fans, leveraging LADbible’s unique insights and reach within sports content.

STATSports – Business Development Executive

STATSports Group are looking to fill the position of Coach Series Business Development Executive to work alongside existing team members, developing sales strategies and attract new clients within specific territories. This role can be based anywhere in the UK – you will work remotely with a requirement for 20-25% travel to meet business needs. If the successful candidate is located within 1 hour of HQ this role will be hybri

London Sport – Sport Welfare Officer

A new, national network of Sport Welfare Officers is being created across England to support National Governing Bodies (NGB) and their local clubs to promote good practice and safe sport for children, young people and adults on a local level. In London, we are creating five new roles as part of the national programme. The officers will help support clubs move from welfare compliance to develop effective welfare and inclusive cultures. One of the five officers will also be responsible for management and co-ordination of the project.

The Football Association – Wembley Stadium Team Coordinator

The Wembley Stadium Team Coordinator will provide proactive and effective secretarial/administrative support to the Stadium Director, providing a professional and client-friendly first point of contact for the teams represented and contributing to the division’s ongoing development.


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