Marketing Communications Executive

Sportfive Limited; Altrincham; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000

Job description

SPORTFIVE is a global agency working across sponsorships, advertising, talent, activation and hospitality within sports. Globally, we have over 1,200 employees who strategically and creatively connect brands, rights-holders, media platforms and fans across Football, F1, NFL, NBA, Golf, Gaming and Esports, Olympics, and more.

Whether it’s supporting Premier League football clubs to secure their next front of shirt sponsor, curating deals for brands to showcase their advertising during games televised to millions across the world, or representing the best talent in our industry, connecting sports organisations to incredible brands and partners is at the heart of what we do.

Having recently been voted the No.1 most attractive sports marketing agency to work for, we’re incredibly proud of our culture and the people that help to nurture it.

As our new Marketing Communications Executive, you will report to the UK Marketing Communications Manager and play a key role in supporting internal and external communication strategies for the UK market. We’re looking for an enthusiastic and proactive individual with a digital-first mindset who is eager to progress their Marketing Communications career within the sports industry.

AS OUR MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS EXECUTIVE YOU WILL FOCUS ON TWO CORE AREAS...

External Communications

1. Create and publish industry related content for the SPORTFIVE website.
2. Collaborate with the Global Social Media Manager to ensure UK-related content is published across SPORTFIVE digital platforms.
3. Support the development and distribution of corporate press releases.
4. Assist in planning and delivering SPORTFIVE networking events.
5. Develop award entry applications that align with business objectives.
6. Work closely with the Global Marketing Communications team and other market leads to align messaging, share best practices, and ensure brand consistency.

Internal Communications

1. Write and publish business news and updates through the employee intranet.
2. Maintain and update the employee internal intranet.
3. Collaborate with HR to create and distribute engaging HR-related updates.
4. Produce a monthly internal newsletter.
5. Organise and support the delivery of town hall meetings and other internal knowledge sharing initiatives.
6. Work with the Office Co-ordinator to plan and execute company social events.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING...

1. 1-2 years of experience in marketing communications, journalism, or a related field.
2. A strong passion for sports marketing and the business of sport.
3. Excellent writing skills with experience creating diverse content types, such as articles, press releases, and digital content.
4. Strong verbal communication skills with the confidence to engage with various stakeholders.
5. Excellent organisational skills and keen attention to detail.
6. Solid understanding of social media platforms and content marketing strategies.
7. Experience in event planning and execution.
8. Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

WHAT YOU’LL GET FROM US...

1. 25 days annual leave + an additional gifted day over the Christmas period
2. Full Vitality health cover including dental, optical and mental health support
3. Enhanced family leave entitlements
4. Hybrid, flexible working model (4 days in the office)
5. A day off for moving house or getting married
6. Regular social events such as summer and Christmas parties
7. Life assurance at x4 annual salary
8. Employee Assistance Programme

SPORTFIVE are proud to be an equal opportunities employer who provide equal employment opportunity regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.