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Key duties include managing day-to-day relationships with League partners, including activations, strategy, planning, creative, and work across the League to support partner initiatives. This role serves as the project leader across key NFL events and tentpoles. The Senior Manager will also lead international territory activations at international games, working closely with global offices. The position also requires sales skills and asset creation/development with execution. \nResponsibilities\nManage the relationship with 7-9 NFL domestic and global partners; responsible for strategic planning of season-long activation programs, day-to-day partner activations, and contractual deliverables\nLead weekly status calls with partner and agency teams, while also organizing and tracking internal account team tasks for partner deliverables\nCollaborate with key internal stakeholders (including Marketing, Events, Community Relations, Media, PR, Brand, Legal etc.) to align partner programs and League initiatives\nResponsible for partner upsell opportunities, including asset development, sales pitch, and program execution\nManage account Coordinators\nSupport the Sponsorship Director on renewals, contractual deliverables, and overall business planning\nAct as the on-site activation lead at NFL events, including oversight of experiential activations and partner experiences\nLead international game territory and closely collaborate with global General Managers and activation teams\nLead international hospitality program for dedicated territory and ensure partner activations for territory are delivered\nServe as cross-departmental project manager lead on specific projects to secure and execute partner deliverables (Flag Championships, Draft, Kickoff, etc)\nLead weekly Manager meetings to discuss priorities, partner needs, and project management\nBuild and develop relationships with partner contacts, including client hosting at NFL events\nAll responsibilities include supporting Global business of the NFL\nRequired Qualifications\nBachelor’s degree\n8-10 years of experience in sports or with agency\nPreferred Qualifications: \nSports Sponsorship background\nLeague or Club experience\nClient management experience\nSales/Revenue generation\nAdditional language proficiency preferred\nOther Key Attributes / Characteristics\nSelf-starter with strong work ethic\nTeam player\nStrong communication skills\nProblem solver\nCreative thinker\nGood with time management\nOrganized\nTerms / Expected Hours of Work\nWork will exceed 40 hours per week\nPlanning and execution of events\nSome weekend/global travel work for hosting clients\nTravel around planning and executing events…25% of time\nSalary / Pay Range\nThis job posting contains a pay range, which represents the range of salaries or hourly rates that the NFL believes, in good faith, at the time of this posting that it might be willing to pay for the posted job in the location(s) specified. The NFL expects to hire for this position near the middle of the range. Only in truly rare and exceptional circumstances, where an external candidate has experience, credentials or expertise that far exceed those required or expected for the position, would the NFL consider paying a salary or rate near the higher end of the range.\nSalary\n$115,000—$135,000 USD\nBenefits Information\nTo learn more about our comprehensive benefits offerings, please visit: NFL BENEFITS\nAt the NFL, in-person work at our offices is a top priority because it allows us to collaborate more effectively, build stronger connections, and maintain the culture that drives our success. This role requires onsite presence at an NFL office or stadium location, and remote and/or hybrid working options are not offered. \nNO RELOCATION ASSISTANCE WILL BE PROVIDED.\nThe NFL is committed to building an inclusive work environment that reflects our incredible fan base. We provide an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all employees and applicants without regard to status as protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. \nWHO WE ARE:\nNFL Core Values:\nRespect: Everyone matters. We celebrate diverse opinions, honor hard work, and value every contribution.\nIntegrity: We do what's right, even when it's tough. We hold ourselves accountable and always follow through.\nTeam Responsibility: We support each other and our communities. No one is bigger than the game, and every action impacts others.\nResiliency: We set high standards, overcome adversity, and adapt to challenges, always striving for excellence.\nNFL Leadership Attributes:\nBuild Talent: We develop and nurture potential, empowering individuals to grow and succeed.\nExecute: We take action with precision, delivering results that drive our goals forward.\nInspire: We motivate others through vision, energy, and a commitment to excellence.\nLive Our Values: We embody our core principles in every decision and action.\nKnow the Business: We stay informed, understand our industry, and make decisions that strengthen our position.\nThink Big: We challenge the status quo, envision bold possibilities, and strive for transformative impact\nWHO YOU ARE:\n Talent Attributes: What we expect for our employees:\nEmbody an enthusiastic, proactive can-do attitude \nEmbrace grit, free from ego or entitlement\nExcel as a relationship builder, with the ability to influence\nEager learner, driven by passion rather than just ambition\nEncompasses an incredible work ethic with an agile mindset","description_format":"text","description_chars":5644,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":8,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":{"level":"bachelor","optional":false},"security_clearance":false,"languages":[]},"benefits":["Hybrid work","Relocation assistance"],"hiring_locations":[{"name":"United States","iso":"US","kind":"country"}],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":true,"industries":["Media & Entertainment","Sports Media","Digital Media"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-09-23T12:36:02Z"}],"liveness":{"score":86,"band":"hot","label":"Hiring now","p_open":1,"p_active":0.86,"p_room":1,"age_days":0,"expected_fill_days":36,"reasons":["conf:0","win:early"],"computed_at":"2026-09-23T16:18:20Z"},"pay":{"stated_usd_annual":135000,"is_top_pay":false},"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/national-football-league-senior-manager-global-sponsorship","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/national-football-league-senior-manager-global-sponsorship.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-09-23T16:18:20Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers"}}