Sector
Commercial, Marketing & Fan Engagement
Sponsorship, ticketing and hospitality sales, merchandise, social media, CRM and building a bond with supporters.
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Entry / volunteer
Commercial Assistant
Entry / volunteer Helpful
Supports sponsorship, retail and marketing teams.
£18K to £28K (UK)
Early career
Hospitality & Ticket Sales Executive
Early career Not needed
Sells match-day hospitality, memberships and packages.
£22K to £50K (UK)
Sponsorship Sales Executive
Early career Helpful
Sells sponsorship and partnership packages to brands.
£24K to £55K (UK)
Social Media & Digital Content Manager
Early career Not needed
Runs a club's or brand's social accounts and digital content.
£22K to £60K (UK)
Established
Fan Engagement Manager
Established Helpful
Builds supporter experiences, communities and loyalty programmes.
£32K to £70K (UK)
Merchandise & Retail Manager
Established Helpful
Plans and sells club merchandise online and in stores.
£28K to £65K (UK)
Marketing Manager
Established Helpful
Plans campaigns and brand activity for a club or football business.
£32K to £75K (UK)
Partnerships Manager
Established Helpful
Manages relationships with sponsors and delivers the partnership.
£38K to £85K (UK)
Senior
Head of Commercial / Commercial Director
Senior Helpful
Leads club revenue from sponsorship, ticketing, retail and brand.
£70K to £250K (UK)