44 leadership management jobs found

OVERVIEW The Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC) is an MLS soccer club serving the greater Los Angeles area. LAFC is dedicated to building a world-class soccer club that represents the diversity of Los Angeles and is committed to delivering an unrivaled experience for fans. LAFC’s ownership group is comprised of local leaders and innovators of industry with intellectual capital, financial prowess, operations expertise, and success in the fields of entertainment, sports, technology, and media. LAFC is invested in the world’s game and Los Angeles, constructing, and developing the 22,000 seat BMO Stadium and a top-flight training center on the campus of Cal-State Los Angeles. POSITION SUMMARY   The Manager, Partnership Success, is responsible for managing a portion of LAFC’s partnership portfolio (estimated $3M - $6M revenue), all contractually obligated income (COI) of assigned accounts, and the sole execution of assigned account assets. Additionally,...

Position:  Manager, Partnership Marketing Department:  Partnership Marketing Reports to:  Senior Director, Partnership Marketing FC Cincinnati is a Major League Soccer team playing at TQL Stadium in Cincinnati, Ohio. Originally founded in 2015 by Carl H. Lindner III and co-CEO Jeff Berding, FCC started play in the United Soccer League (USL) in 2016. FCC entered MLS as the 24th team in 2019. The club’s wide and diverse ownership group is led by controlling owner Lindner III; as well as managing owners Meg Whitman and Dr. Griff Harsh; Scott Farmer; and George Joseph. FC Cincinnati opened the club’s privately funded, 26,000-seat soccer-specific TQL Stadium in the West End neighborhood of Cincinnati in 2021, a venue which has won numerous global awards including the World Football Summit Best Venue 2022 in Madrid and the 2022 Prix Versailles World Title in the Sports Category in Paris, France. FC Cincinnati won the 2023 Supporters’...

Chicago Fire Football Club is a Major League Soccer team that was founded in 1997. The Club returned to Soldier Field as well as opened a new 50,000 square foot business office in the heart of the city. With tremendous growth and expansion, the Club is laying the foundation for an ambitious vision that will transform the Club in the coming years.   Position Overview: The Club’s Partnership Team is responsible for creating comprehensive soccer marketing platforms to reach the objectives and drive ROI for corporate partners. The Partnership Marketing team is responsible for deepening relationships with current partners, activating all contractual elements, and renewing and upselling partners. The Account Manager will manage relationships with local and national brands who are corporate partners of the Chicago Fire FC.   Job Responsibilities: Management of a book of business from the team’s corporate partnership portfolio Meet...

Overview The Product Manager, Fan Data Platform will lead the strategy, roadmap, and execution of a centralized fan data platform that powers personalized fan experiences, marketing activation, analytics, and revenue growth for Major League Soccer. This role is responsible for building scalable, privacy-by-design consumer data capabilities across digital, ticketing, merchandising, sales, marketing, and partner ecosystems. The ideal candidate combines deep expertise in consumer-focused data platforms, identity resolution, and data governance with strong product leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills. This individual will partner closely with Digital Platforms, Marketing, Sales, Engineering, Analytics, CRM, Ticketing, and Commercial teams to unlock actionable fan insights and drive measurable business impact. Responsibilities Define and own the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for the fan data platform, aligned with league and club business objectives....

Fixed Term: Jan 2026 – Dec 2026 London Based   We are seeking an experienced Senior Manager – Partnerships to lead the delivery of a high-profile global brand partnership campaign for the FIFA World Cup 2026. This role is ideal for someone with strong leadership skills, deep expertise in brand partnerships and rights delivery, and experience managing complex, multi-market campaigns in fast-paced environments. Reporting to the Senior Director, you will oversee the global account team, manage client and rights-holder relationships, and drive campaign success while identifying opportunities for exponential growth. A key focus of this role will be approvals management, ensuring the correct use of intellectual property across global and local activations.   WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING: Act as Approvals Lead, analysing global and local campaigns, providing clear feedback, and securing approvals from rights holders for IP use...

About the role We are looking for a Partnership Delivery - Senior Manager to join the team at Liverpool FC.  Do you want to play a pivotal role in the Partnership Delivery Team at Liverpool FC, delivering best in class service levels, commercial relationships and activations, whilst driving our reputation and engagement with fans globally?   We are looking for an experienced Senior Manager to join the Partnership Delivery Team, and you will be responsible for implementing flexible, partner centric servicing and ensuring strong relationship development and renewal of the key partnerships within your portfolio. You will be supported by a team, and you will lead in objective setting, strategic direction, creative development, and delivery of campaign effectiveness. You will be accountable for ensuring key deliverables are achieved to a high standard and that your team prioritises and communicates transparently and effectively.   What will you be...

FIFA has established a Local FIFA Subsidiary in Brazil to work together with FIFA Zurich to deliver the biggest women’s sporting event in the world, the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™ (“FWWC2027”) that for the first time ever, is hosted in South America in Brazil. Now is your time to be part of the workforce that is creating this unique and unforgettable experience. Please submit your CV in English, as it will be reviewed by an international team. THE POSITION The Accreditation Client Group Manager plays a key role in the operational delivery of client group accreditation services in support of tournament operations across all venues and official facilities. Reporting to the Accreditation Client Group Senior Manager, the Accreditation Client Group Manager is responsible for the day-to-day coordination, and delivery of accreditation services for assigned client groups for the FIFA Women’s World Cup...

As the organiser of some of the biggest and most iconic sport events in the world, we lead the way in the sport and event industry. Join the team as a freelancer and support us on our mission. THE POSITION As Artwork Manager at FIFA, you will be responsible for supporting the development, and management of FIFA’s artwork library across all brand assets. You will play a critical role in ensuring that all artwork produced is accurate, consistent, on-brand, and production-ready, supporting FIFA’s global brand and creative ambitions.  The role sits within the Brand & Creative Services team and focuses on building, maintaining, and evolving FIFA’s artwork library, ensuring seamless reuse, adaptation, and version control.   This role combines a mandatory graphic design background with exceptional artwork management, production, and project coordination skills, and reports directly to the Global Head of Brand &...

At FIFA26, our vision is to unite the world through the greatest sporting event of all time. The FIFA World Cup 26™ will mark the first time that the tournament will feature 48 teams and be hosted by three countries: Canada, Mexico and the USA. This new format will redefine excellence, generating unique opportunities for greater participation and engagement among fans and players across North America and all over the world. Now is your time to become a game changer and join the workforce that will plan and deliver this extraordinary and unforgettable experience. FIFA World Cup 26 Skills Framework ACCOUNTABILITY:  Demonstrate commitment to responsibilities and objectively analyze one’s behavior, while assuming consequences of one’s own actions and/or decisions and learning from one’s mistakes. DECISION MAKING:  Ability to identify and swiftly make decisions in critical situations, take initiative and calculated risks, explore...

At FIFA26, our vision is to unite the world through the greatest sporting event of all time. The FIFA World Cup 26™ will mark the first time that the tournament will feature 48 teams and be hosted by three countries: Canada, Mexico and the USA. This new format will redefine excellence, generating unique opportunities for greater participation and engagement among fans and players across North America and all over the world. Now is your time to become a game changer and join the workforce that will plan and deliver this extraordinary and unforgettable experience.  THE POSITION Sitting within the Operational Services Department, Logistics (along with Guest Operations, Language Services, Accommodation, Transport, and Travel) aims to deliver the most engaging, innovative, and accessible World Cup experience for all athletes, fans, partners, and the community.    Reporting to the Procurement and Dissolution Logistics Manager, the...

At FIFA26, our vision is to unite the world through the greatest sporting event of all time. The FIFA World Cup 26™ will mark the first time that the tournament will feature 48 teams and be hosted by three countries: Canada, Mexico and the USA. This new format will redefine excellence, generating unique opportunities for greater participation and engagement among fans and players across North America and all over the world. Now is your time to become a game changer and join the workforce that will plan and deliver this extraordinary and unforgettable experience. FIFA World Cup 26 Skills Framework ACCOUNTABILITY:  Demonstrate commitment to responsibilities and objectively analyze one’s behavior, while assuming consequences of one’s own actions and/or decisions and learning from one’s mistakes. DECISION MAKING:  Ability to identify and swiftly make decisions in critical situations, take initiative and calculated risks, explore...

At FIFA26, our vision is to unite the world through the greatest sporting event of all time. The FIFA World Cup 26™ will mark the first time that the tournament will feature 48 teams and be hosted by three countries: Canada, Mexico and the USA. This new format will redefine excellence, generating unique opportunities for greater participation and engagement among fans and players across North America and all over the world. Now is your time to become a game changer and join the workforce that will plan and deliver this extraordinary and unforgettable experience.  THE POSITION Reporting organisationally to the Head of Safety & Security Planning & Administration, the Manager, Business Operations will be a key member of the FIFA26 Safety and Security (SEC) Planning & Administration team. The Manager will collaborate across the FIFA26 Safety and Security team and wider organization to coordinate the delivery of FIFATM Safety and...

At FIFA26, our vision is to unite the world through the greatest sporting event of all time. The FIFA World Cup 26™ will mark the first time that the tournament will feature 48 teams and be hosted by three countries: Canada, Mexico and the USA. This new format will redefine excellence, generating unique opportunities for greater participation and engagement among fans and players across North America and all over the world. Now is your time to become a game changer and join the workforce that will plan and deliver this extraordinary and unforgettable experience.  THE POSITION Reporting organisationally to the Business Operations Sr. Manager, Planning & Administration for Safety & Security, the Business Operations Manager will be a key member of the FIFA26 Safety and Security (SEC) Planning & Administration team. The Manager will collaborate across the FIFA26 Safety and Security team and wider organization to coordinate the...

Reporting organisationally to the Head of Commercial Rights Delivery, the Commercial Rights Delivery Manager will oversee the successful operational implementation and fulfilment of FIFA Commercial Partners’ World Cup contractual rights and obligations. This role is venue based. It includes management of official sites requirements and stadium preparation of Commercial Partners activities and deliverables.     THE POSITION The main responsibilities of the venue based Commercial Rights Delivery Manager for the FIFA World Cup 26™ include: Coordinate and oversee the operational implementation and delivery of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Commercial Partners agreements. Work with stadium venue management, stadium Authorities, and other functional areas to plan and deliver the rights and obligations of the Commercial Partners.   Coordinate and deliver stadium inspections and Commercial Partners operational...

Reporting organisationally to the Head of Commercial Rights Delivery, the Commercial Rights Delivery Manager will oversee the successful operational implementation and fulfilment of FIFA Commercial Partners’ World Cup contractual rights and obligations. This role is venue based. It includes management of official sites requirements and stadium preparation of Commercial Partners activities and deliverables.     THE POSITION The main responsibilities of the venue based Commercial Rights Delivery Manager for the FIFA World Cup 26™ include: Coordinate and oversee the operational implementation and delivery of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Commercial Partners agreements. Work with stadium venue management, stadium Authorities, and other functional areas to plan and deliver the rights and obligations of the Commercial Partners.   Coordinate and deliver stadium inspections and Commercial Partners operational...

FIFA has established a Local FIFA Subsidiary in Brazil to work together with FIFA Zurich to deliver the biggest women’s sporting event in the world, the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™ (“FWWC2027”) that for the first time ever, is hosted in South America in Brazil. Now is your time to be part of the workforce that is creating this unique and unforgettable experience.  Please submit your CV in English, as it will be reviewed by an international team. THE POSITION The Partnership Development Manager will be responsible for driving sponsorship sales and strategic partnerships for the FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027™, with a strong focus on the Brazilian and LATAM markets. The role requires deep market knowledge and a robust network in the region. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Work closely with the Senior Partnership Development Manager, FIFA Women’s World Cup Sales Lead and the broader commercial...

As the organiser of some of the biggest and most iconic sport events in the world, we lead the way in the sport and event industry. Join the team as a freelancer and support us on our mission. THE POSITION These are your key tasks: Working closely with the Head of Sales and the wider sales team to deliver on sales objectives focusing on the proactive pursuit of new sponsorships Identifying and pursuing leads in order to secure high value sponsorship deals for the FIFA World Cup, FIFA Club World Cup, FIFA Women’s World Cup, FIFAe and Other FIFA Events Responsible for sourcing potential sponsors, selecting and qualifying prospects, securing face to face meetings, and pitching proposals to major blue-chip companies Developing bespoke sponsorship proposals to suit the needs of individual companies Managing negotiations through to successful acquisition Working closely with Strategy and Planning department to identify...

As the organiser of some of the biggest and most iconic sport events in the world, we lead the way in the sport and event industry. Join the team as a freelancer and support us on our mission. THE POSITION The Senior Brand Project Manager will lead and deliver key cross-functional strategic projects within the Brand Management team to strengthen and evolve the FIFA brand. Reporting to the global Head of Brand and Creative Services, the role focuses on managing strategic brand initiatives, brand architecture, entertainment brand proposition, and supporting overarching FIFA brand programs across the organization. Acting as a cross-functional bridge between strategy, creativity, and execution, the Senior Brand Project Manager ensures that the FIFA brand roadmap and overarching priorities are effectively translated into impactful cross-functional projects. These are your key tasks: Defining and driving a forward-looking strategy and roadmap...

FIFA has established a Local FIFA Subsidiary in Brazil to work together with FIFA Zurich to deliver the biggest women’s sporting event in the world, the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™ (“FWWC2027”) that for the first time ever, is hosted in South America in Brazil. Now is your time to be part of the workforce that is creating this unique and unforgettable experience. Please submit your CV in English, as it will be reviewed by an international team. THE POSITION The Senior Retail & Licensing Manager will be a key member of the FIFA27 Commercial Operations team, and work in close collaboration with the FIFA Zurich Head of Licensing & Retail and other key individuals responsible for delivering Licensing & Retail efforts for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES   Source,    manage licensing domestic    partners in coordination, collaboration and...

Overview MLS is seeking a Manager who will lead cross-functional project management and provide operational support for MLS Productions and the MLS Media department, with a focus on driving key initiatives across content, production, and distribution. This role will oversee integrated project planning, support domestic and international distribution efforts, and assist with vendor onboarding and day-to-day management. Responsibilities Lead and manage cross-functional projects for MLS Productions and the broader MLS Media department, ensuring clear scope definition, structured planning, and timely execution, including: Developing and maintaining integrated project plans, workflows, timelines, and documentation Monitoring progress Identifying risks Implementing mitigation strategies Support international and domestic distribution initiatives Collaborate closely with the Apple Partnerships team and serve as a day-to-day...