Location: Brooklyn,NY, USA
Wasserman operates at the epicenter of sports, music, entertainment and culture, serving talent, brands and properties on a global scale. Our brands and properties division works with iconic brands and rights holders, supporting business growth through all marketing disciplines. We're a trusted partner to every major league, team and venue, building meaningful connections between brands, properties and fans.
Headquartered in Los Angeles, Wasserman's presence spans 28 countries and more than 68 cities, including New York, London, Abu Dhabi, Amsterdam, Hong Kong, Madrid, Mexico City, Toronto, Paris and Sydney. For more information, please visit www.teamwass.com.
Job Description
Wasserman's Brands & Properties Projects division is looking for a motivated individual to join one of our priority client account teams. The role will lead and support the day-to-day management of select partnerships and/or partnership programs, developing and executing core retail, social/digital, experiential/hospitality and research/data-led projects, as well as supporting broader strategic initiatives across the business. This position is responsible for leading, developing and managing a variety of current and prospective business relationships, sponsorships, and other partnerships in order to ensure client satisfaction.
Responsibilities:
* Manage and lead multiple senior client relationships with a steadfast commitment to exceptional deliverables, including project-based work and/or retainer-based work as applicable.
* Build a strong working relationship with clients to ensure they receive appropriate attention, support, and project objectives are met.
* Independently lead detailed property consulting services from start-to-finish with support from junior and senior team members as required. Responsibilities include project planning, coordination, and execution.
* Develop a mastery of core services including project management, partnership strategy, valuation, data analysis and custom research. Mastery includes being familiar with necessary tools, ability to execute project from end-to-end, explain methodology, teach and improve current capabilities.
* Build and oversee the creation of design-forward, data-driven visual presentations. Works creatively with client team members to develop decks and report materials.
* Synthesize data from multiple sources to develop client-focused narratives, recommendations, and project plans.
* Supports research and strategy work leading into key partnership renewals and assists the internal team with partner negotiations.
* Oversees and manages budgets for select projects, with responsibility for internal tracking and reconciliation.
* Takes on specialized roles or projects, including working with third party vendors and partner agencies to execute client programs.
* Leads event logistics planning, implementation, and execution as applicable.
* Coordinates client and company programs through various tools such as email, phone calls, and conference calls.
* Performs various tasks as needed by internal team members such as research, reports, daily updates, editing of materials, etc.
* Learns and manages client-facing project management systems and legal processes for the purposes of supporting the creation and approval of different project documents.
* Maintains positive relationships with clients to encourage new and repeat business opportunities.
* Ensure that all work delivered meets the quality and standards of Wasserman.
* Actively drive business development and new revenue opportunities by participating in pitches with existing clients and potential property and brand clients.
* Mentoring, coaching and growing a team of junior consulting professionals.
* Fostering a positive, collaborative, teamwork environment aligned to Wasserman's inclusive company culture and values.
Skills/Qualifications:
* Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree
* 4+ years relevant experience with minimum 3 years of direct experience in account and project management (preferably in the sports or entertainment field).
* Flexibility and knowledge to work with and understand objectives of clients across different areas of the sports and entertainment ecosystem.
* Must be proficient in Microsoft Suite, particularly with PowerPoint, Word and Excel.
* Must be able to multi-task and self-manage to meet deadlines and handle multiple priorities.
* Must be flexible and comfortable to assume multiple roles as needed by the team.
* Possess exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written.
* Superior interpersonal skills and be able to create a rapport with people of all demographics.
* Proven account management skills required in order to create, maintain and enhance customer relationships.
* High level of initiative and works well independently and in a team environment.
* Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Requires self-management, including the ability to ability to assess a situation and quickly implement solutions.
* Carries out responsibilities with minimal direction.
* Motivated, goal oriented, persistent and a skilled negotiator.
* Strong attention to detail and highly organized.
* Ability to think creatively in a team environment.
* Must be flexible and react calmly under stressful circumstances.
Base salary range: $51,000 - $70,000, plus bonus potential if applicable for role.
Actual base salary is dependent on several factors including but not limited to; market dynamics, location and region, experience, specialized skills/training (education), level of responsibility, budgetary considerations, tenure at the company (for current employees), etc. The salary range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Compensation decisions are dependent on circumstances of each role
Wasserman does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.