Junior Account Manager
4 days ago
City of London
Job Title: Junior Account Manager & Client Operations Specialist Department: Client Services / Partnerships Location: Office-based (5 days per week when not travelling) Travel: Potential for domestic and international travel Role Overview We are seeking a highly organised, proactive, and personable Junior Account Manager & Client Operations Specialist to support the delivery and growth of client partnerships across the sports and entertainment landscape. This role blends account management, client servicing, operational coordination, and event/talent support, making it ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys working across multiple projects simultaneously. Key Responsibilities Client & Account Management • Serve as a day-to-day contact for assigned clients, building strong professional relationships., • Coordinate deliverables, timelines, and communications to ensure campaigns and partnerships run smoothly., • Prepare client-facing materials including reports, presentations, case studies, and one-pagers., • Support senior team members in strategic planning and account growth initiatives. Sports & Industry Knowledge • Must have a broad knowledge of global sports, particularly tennis, golf, cricket, Formula 1, football, and esports., • Demonstrate strong understanding of the commercial and media landscape within sport (or a willingness to learn), including sponsorship, rights holders, broadcasters, and digital platforms. Operations & Organisation • Manage multiple workstreams simultaneously with exceptional attention to detail., • Coordinate logistics for meetings, campaigns, shoots, and events., • Be available to travel regularly and work occasional irregular hours when required. Research & Insight • Conduct online research to gather relevant insights ahead of meetings, presentations, and client deliverables., • Interpret media-related data and translate findings into clear, actionable insights. Creative & Production Support • Assist with the creation of presentations and marketing materials using tools such as Adobe or equivalent platforms., • Support event production and management, either through prior experience or strong interest in this area., • Develop and implement social media plans for talent and brand ambassadors that align with campaign objectives and production schedules. Talent & Relationship Management • Coordinate communications and logistics with talent, agents, and key stakeholders., • Ensure talent deliverables, schedules, and content outputs are met. Networking & Representation • Represent the company professionally at events, meetings, and industry functions., • Build and maintain relationships with clients, partners, suppliers, and industry contacts. An added bonus would be someone who has worked in a similar industry and would be able to bring in a number of beneficial contacts. Skills & Experience • Previous experience in account management, client services, partnerships, or related role., • (Very) strong written and verbal communication skills, with a key focus on social media., • High level of organisation and time management., • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment., • Proficiency in presentation and reporting tools (e.g. PowerPoint, Keynote, Adobe Suite, or similar)., • Confidence working directly with clients and external stakeholders., • Ability to interpret data and communicate insights clearly. Preferred / Advantageous • Experience working in sports, media, marketing, events, or talent management environments., • Understanding of basic budgeting, invoicing, or campaign financial tracking., • Experience using CRM, project management, or workflow platforms (e.g. Monday, Asana, HubSpot, Salesforce)., • Knowledge of content production processes (shoot days, editing workflows, approvals)., • Basic knowledge of sponsorship measurement or ROI evaluation. Personal Attributes • Friendly, confident, and highly professional., • Curious and proactive mindset., • Adaptable and solutions-oriented., • Comfortable travelling frequently., • Strong team player with the ability to work independently. Why Join • Opportunity to work across major global sports properties and brands., • Dynamic, collaborative environment., • Exposure to high-profile campaigns, talent, and live events., • Clear development pathway within account management and partnerships. Seniority Level: Junior with possibility of a mid-level management role (dependent on experience)