Coordinator, Partnership Marketing

Major League Soccer • New York, NY

5d • $45,000 - $55,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Coordinator, Partnership Marketing will support the management of a portfolio of corporate partners, inclusive of daily relationship management and delivery and execution of contractual assets. This person will play an important role in the planning, day-to-day account support, and project management of partner promotional programs, campaigns, and initiatives across MLS and SUM properties.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• 1+ year of experience required; brand sponsorship project management support role preferred.
• Superior organization, project management skills, self-starter and attention to detail
• Experience in client management and/or sales communication
• High-level of commitment to a quality work product and organizational ethics, integrity and compliance
• Ability to work effectively in a fast paced, team environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing
• Demonstrated decision making and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Ability to travel and to work non-traditional hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of the sport of soccer

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day projects and execution of partner-specific marketing assets
• Work with Partnership Marketing team members and cross-functionally with internal teams such as Operations, Events, Marketing, Community Engagement, Media, etc.
• Track and support fulfillment of partner assets and activation programming, including on-site events and sponsor promotions for MLS Big Events (All-Star, MLS Cup, etc.) and SUM properties (MexTour, Leagues Cup, Concacaf, etc.)
• Manage communication with both internal stakeholders and external partners and agencies. This includes the facilitation of creative approval process and ensuring partners adhere to brand guidelines
• Maintain weekly status reports and communicate recaps following internal and external partner meetings
• Support in the creation of recap materials for assigned partners – both event specific and more general sponsorship performance updates
• Research relevant topics related to partners, partner competitors and general soccer and sports marketing industry
• Oversee and at times lead team general project requests and take ownership of planning and execution
• Communicate with Managers and Partnership Marketing leadership team on a regular basis, as well as additional internal team stakeholders who are involved in partner business
• Additional responsibilities as assigned

Benefits

• Major League Soccer offers a competitive starting base salary of $45,000 - $55,000, based on individual qualifications, market financials, and operational business needs.
• We are committed to providing a Total Rewards package that attracts, supports, engages, and retains talent.
• Our benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, a $500 wellness reimbursement, and generous Holiday and PTO schedule to promote work-life balance.
• We also prioritize career and professional development, offering on-the-job training, feedback, and ongoing educational opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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