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As our Partnerships Manager, you will be the link between our internal stakeholders and key partners of the business. ACEND is on the rise and we are looking for experienced and dedicated people to expand our operations.

This role is open for both Full Time and Part Time applicants depending on the candidate.

Introduction

ACEND rose to prominance in 2021, conquering the Valorant scene and becoming the first World Champions. Now, our aim is to increase our reach within professional Esports and gaming, to find and develop teams to their maximum potential.

The Partnerships Manager will help grow and maintain Acend’s commercial portfolio. A key component of the role will be creating and developing a strong network of potential partners and sponsors to pursue opportunities on behalf of the organization.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Identifying opportunities and securing new commercial partnerships

  • Developing a network of brands/sponsors fit to be represented by the Acend brand and its values

  • Providing day-to-day support to the CEO and Head of Esports on all Partnership related matters;

  • Consultation and management of current partnerships;

  • Leading conversation and official business talks with external stakeholders;

  • Analyze research findings and identify activation concepts that align with the brand, support marketing objectives, and drive business results;

  • Working collaboratively across internal departments;

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

  • Working on proposals to win work for new clients.

  • Creating and working with sale scripts/pipelines

  • Minimum 1 year experience of working in a sponsorship-related or B2B sales environment

  • Good knowledge of Esports and video gaming or an appetite to develop and learn more about the industry

  • Experience of planning projects, conducting analytical work and reporting on the outcomes.

  • Excellent organizational skills and a methodical approach to partnership delivery and activation;

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills;

  • A creative mindset and a flexible, ‘can do’ approach to problem solving and negotiation;

  • The ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines;

  • Good knowledge of software (MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

Working with Acend:

  • Join a growing esports organization and help shape our future

  • A close knit, supportive team always willing to help

  • Flexibility in working structure and scheduling

  • Potential for travel and event attendance

Interested? Send your CV to the application email, and feel free to email with any questions you might have before applying.