SPORTS RECRUITMENT REIMAGINED

Ticket Office Manager

Southend

Southend United Football Club is looking to recruit an experienced and skilled full-time Ticket Office Manager. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR Reporting to the Head of Commercial, the Ticket Office Manager will be responsible for the efficient and smooth running of the ticket office with a vision to drive the operation forward and deliver a fast-moving, efficient department. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Working closely with the Commercial department to suggest, agree and implement ticket promotions and events to drive matchday attendances and revenues Overseeing and driving the quality and quantity of customer data on the ticketing system Supervising the process of selling matchday tickets (home and away) and season tickets Develop marketing strategies to deliver increasing season ticket and matchday ticket sales Liaise with other clubs to manage and assign ticket allocations for the sale of home and away tickets Managing and supervising Ticket Office staff, and organising recruitment and rotas for matchdays Ensuring quality training for all ticket office staff and keeping the office running smoothly Disability Liaison Officer, ensuring the club is compliant and driving improvements for disabled fans, ensuring training is received for staff where applicable. SKILLS / EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Have a background of working with IT systems and preferably a good understanding of ticketing and or booking systems Experience working for a ticket office in a stadium/venue or theatre would be advantageous Have experience in the use of CRM systems for marketing purposes Have excellent organisational and customer service skills Able to demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills Knowledge of spreadsheets and the ability to write reports would be advantageous Able to problem solve and deal with situations in a calm and efficient matter with the ability to work under pressure and prioritise to meet deadlines Highly self-motivated and wish to develop their career Monday – Friday: 9am-5.30pm Home match days: 10am – 3pm and 30 minutes after the match. Two written references will be required. Southend United is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and employees to share this commitment. Southend United is also an Equal Opportunities’ Employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Please note that shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 72 hours of application and due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide specific feedback on unsuccessful applications. Executives In Sport Group are retained exclusively on behalf of Southend United Football Club and all applications will be reviewed by EISG. If you think this could be the right opportunity for you, click apply or send your CV to Tom at Executives in Sport Group

Senior Financial Analyst

London

WHO THEY ARE AND WHAT THEY’RE LOOKING FOR// We're working with one of sports' most innovative organisations based in London who are looking to hire a new Senior Financial Analyst to join their team and support both controlling and planning functions of the Finance team across EMEA WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING// Supporting different business areas in the planning and controlling of their budgets, key relationships will be held with the events and marketing teams Support the regions budgeting and forecasting meetings, presenting analysis at to senior stakeholders Support the wider Finance and Business Developments teams with regular financial analysis Perform weekly, monthly, quarterly revenue reconciliations Develop financial modelling techniques across the business to help improve the speed and accuracy of reporting Work with the insights team to make better use of the financial data captured THE SKILLS & EXPERIENCE YOU NEED// Essential : Fully qualified (ACA, ACCa, CIMA, CFA - Preferred) Financial modelling experience Extremely compotent with using Excel to an advanced level Knowledge of working with ledger systems - (preferably SAP) Exceptional interpersonal skills Prior sports, media, entertainment and/or international experience preferred For more information, or to apply for the role please click the 'Apply Now' button, or email tom@eisg.com Please note that shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 72 hours of application and due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide specific feedback on unsuccessful applications.

Video Editor

London

WHO THEY ARE AND WHAT THEY’RE LOOKING FOR// A leading football club based in London is looking for a Video Editor to play a key role in producing content alongside their clients – some of the world’s largest brands. WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING// You will play an important role in the creative team, working within the production and curation of content for their website and social channels. You’ll understand what looks good in football content and be up to date with the latest social trends, understanding how your content will be viewed and what sports fans really want to see. Day to day you will be editing compelling and attention-grabbing content, making use of the organisations extensive archive and become an expert on using this to create something new. Working closely with the commercial team, you will be tasked on a day to day basis with realising creative briefs to meet the client's aims and objectives. At this club, you must stay ahead of the game, so timeliness is imperative. · Working alongside the whole media team, to generate attention-grabbing & original content · Publishing and uploading new and engaging content · Create edits for brand showreels, showcasing the clubs capabilities. THE SKILLS & EXPERIENCE YOU NEED// Advanced video editing skills including a clear understanding of audio and colour correction. Advanced skills in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects and Photoshop. Must have an in-depth knowledge of modern football and its content and culture. Experience in the sport industry is desirable, but not essential Experience in producing professional video using DSLR or mirrorless cameras. Must have strong track record of producing powerful content. Knowledge and experience of all digital media, including social media. Please note that shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 72 hours of application and due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide specific feedback on unsuccessful applications.

Social Media Executive

London

WHO ARE THEY AND WHAT THEY’RE LOOKING FOR// We are working with a leading football publisher who are looking for a Social Media Executive who has their finger on the pulse of the sport’s social landscape and knows what football fans want to see. WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING// You will be someone that lives and breathes social media, an expert on when to tweet, what to post and how to go viral. Navigating the social world daily, you will be an expert on pin-pointing the latest sport social trend and how to apply them to the company channels. You won’t just be looking at the now but, will have an eye to the future as you keep ahead of the social curve and create content worthy of a pause from scrolling. You will manage the company’s social media channels, sourcing and producing engaging content to grow followers. You will analyse your social content finding out where it went right and how to replicate that effect. Focusing on engagement, follower growth and reach, you will carefully target your content to expand the organisations digital world. Working alongside the creative team, you will create timely and head turning content to make you stand out from the rest. THE SKILLS & EXPERIENCE YOU NEED// · You will have in depth knowledge of the highest level of football · Experience working and leading a football organisation · A proactive and creative social media specialist. · Strong prior transferable experience in sport and digital · Must be currently working, or have experience in working within a sport organisation · Able to demonstrate experience in sport business and sports brands · Must have strong creative and editorial skills · Strong working relationships with leading social media networks · Must be an expert on what looks good on social media To apply please press the apply button or get in touch with Emma at The Executives in Sport Group for an informal discussion. Please note that shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 72 hours of application and due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide specific feedback on unsuccessful applications.

Video Producer

London

WHO THEY ARE AND WHAT THEY’RE LOOKING FOR// A leading football publisher is looking for Video Editors and Producers to play a key role in producing compelling content for their social channels and alongside their clients – some of the world’s largest brands. WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING// You will play an important role in the creative team, working within the production and curation of content for their website and social channels. You’ll understand what looks good in football content and be up to date with the latest social trends, understanding how your content will be viewed and what sports fans really want to see. Day to day you will be editing compelling and attention-grabbing content, making use of the organisations extensive archive and become an expert on using this to create something new. Working closely with the commercial team, you will be tasked on a day to day basis with realising creative briefs to meet the client's aims and objectives. At this company, you must stay ahead of the game, so timeliness is imperative. THE SKILLS & EXPERIENCE YOU NEED// Must have experience creating content at the highest level of football. Advanced video editing skills including a clear understanding of audio and colour correction. Advanced skills in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects and Photoshop. Must have an in-depth knowledge of modern football and its content and culture. Experience in producing professional video using DSLR or mirrorless cameras. Must have strong track record of producing powerful content. Knowledge and experience of all digital media, including social media. To apply please press the apply button or get in touch with Emma at The Executives in Sport Group for an informal discussion. Please note that shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 72 hours of application and due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide specific feedback on unsuccessful applications.

Partnerships Manager

Gloucester

WHO THEY ARE AND WHAT THEY’RE LOOKING FOR// A fantastic new role has arisen for a proven Partnership Manager specialist to join a leading sports organisation in the Gloucestershire area. This a broad sales role that will challenge you to generate new sources of revenue across all areas of the business, including advertising, sponsorship, hospitality and attendance at events. WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING// You will use your excellent knowledge of the area coupled with the pre-existing relationships you have with local businesses to hit the ground running, ensuring that you get in front of decision makers as quickly as possible and have an immediate pipeline of potential opportunities. In addition, you will be confident in your ability to generate leads from scratch; prospecting for new business and making cold-calls as and when required. As well as selling existing products and services, you will also use your industry understanding and competitor knowledge to work closely with senior management in the creation of new propositions. THE SKILLS & EXPERIENCE YOU NEED// To be considered for this position it is essential that you are a self-motivated and driven business to business sales professional with a demonstrable success of selling a broad range of services. Ideally you would have experience of working in a sporting venue and have an excellent understanding of the commercial world in this environment. The ideal candidate will be an excellent negotiator, a master at handling objections and a strong communicator able to pitch and present to senior levels in business. This is an exciting opportunity that will offer a variety of challenges and the chance to make a big difference to a well-established and constantly evolving organisation. To apply please press the apply button or get in touch with Tom at The Executives in Sport Group for an informal discussion. Please note that shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 72 hours of application and due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide specific feedback on unsuccessful applications.

Business Development Executive - Conference & Events

Warrington

WHO THEY ARE AND WHAT THEY’RE LOOKING FOR// We’re working with one of the top sports venues in London who are currently seeking a proactive Business Development Executive to join their growing Conference & Events Sales Team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an outgoing sales professional who is looking to join a progressive and forward thinking company and take their sales career to the next level. WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING// In this position you will be responsible for proactively driving new sales within the conference and events team. Although based at the venue, you will be tasked with attending as many client meetings as possible where you will use your consultative sales approach to ensure the customer chooses your venue as the best option to hold their conference or event. You will have to be proactive and have innovative sales techniques to develop business from existing customers to new ones. You will also have responsibility to achieve and exceed all sales targets for several venues. · Help prepare account plans for all agents understanding the clients they have and knowing where they have booked to be able to cross sell to other venues. · Proactively book arrangements with new agents and corporates. · Maintain a high level of competitor knowledge as well as industry intelligence. THE SKILLS & EXPERIENCE YOU NEED// · Track record of securing new business and experience in the full sales cycle · Knowledge and understanding of the conference & events industry · Experience in working in a targeted driven environment · Outbound/proactive skills with a relentless attitude to win new business · Must be extremely organised and have an exceptional attention to detail · Strong negotiation and influencing skills · Must have previous experience in and events role working with senior level clients. · Must be a creative person with attention to detail. · Ability to drive and travel Please note that shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 72 hours of application and due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide specific feedback on unsuccessful applications.

Head of Social

Germany

WHO THEY ARE AND WHAT THEY’RE LOOKING FOR// We are currently recruiting on behalf of a leading sports organisation in Germany, who are looking to recruit a Head of Social. A senior position for the organisation, they are looking for a creative, senior professional, who can lead on implementing a best in class social strategy. WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING// You will be responsible for developing and implementing the entire social strategy across multiple platforms and be tasked with growing awareness, recognition, reach and engagement of the organisation, globally! You will have a genuine passion and interest in sport and be a true expert in social media. You will be aware of the latest developments in social, ensuring the business is at the cutting edge of social media. · Developing and implementing a social content strategy across multiple social platforms · Driving reach, engagement and awareness through social channels · Establishing a global social content calendar · Analysing and understanding social analytics and using this information to influence social strategy · Developing new ideas to improve social media performance · Manage a team of 2 full time staff & freelancers THE SKILLS & EXPERIENCE YOU NEED// · Have proven and extensive experience developing and delivering engaging social media strategies, ideally within the sports industry, for either a rights holder, brand or agency · Have a genuine passion and interest in sport · Be an expert in social media · Have experience working as an Editor or in a similar role · Have the experience and capability to create and deliver creative concepts To reward your hard work, you will receive a competitive salary and a great benefits package. Don't worry, you don't need to speak German and there is a potential relocation package to help you move! To apply for the position, please click the apply button or send a CV and covering letter to davey@eisg.com Please note that shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 72 hours of application and due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide specific feedback on unsuccessful applications.

Business Development Executive

Gloucester

WHO THEY ARE AND WHAT THEY’RE LOOKING FOR// We’re working with a leading sports organisation who are currently seeking an outstanding Business Development Executive to join their growing sales team. In this role you’ll be proactively driving sales to new and existing clients on a regional and national scale. If you have experience in selling premium products or services and a passion for sport, this could be the ideal opportunity for you. WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING// Daily, you will convert all sales enquiries into confirmed business. As well as this, using your business development acumen you will identify and target new commercial business, by both strategic sector-based targeting and converting warm/lapsed leads from the CRM system. This is a sales focused, target orientated role, so having a persuasive mindset is highly important. Account management is key as our clients has a large amount of repeat business factored into the group’s targets. Every single day you will handle objections, sell consultatively and negotiate deals so having a target driven mindset is essential for success in this role. Liaise and assist the team with the effective selling of conference & event hospitality packages Manage the accounts of key hospitality agents as well as the relationship with them Main point of contact for setting up meetings and corresponding with all potential clients Represent the company at exhibitions, open days & activities to gain important clients Actively participate in local networking groups and relevant stake holders THE SKILLS & EXPERIENCE YOU NEED// Be a self-motivated. Have experience with providing sales and activity reports Have a proven record of sales negotiation and persuasive selling skills Recognise and target new commercial customers through proactive sales initiatives Possess experience in new business development and account management Be able to prioritise and meet deadlines Have excellent attention to detail and organisational skills Have a full driving licence and access to a car Please note that shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 72 hours of application and due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide specific feedback on unsuccessful applications.

Business Assistant

London

WHO THEY ARE AND WHAT THEY’RE LOOKING FOR// Brentford FC continues to experience new fans attending matches and this is set to continue as we get closer to our new stadium move in 2020. This move brings with it a significant increase in demands and we’re looking for a talented individual to join the team to help us navigate the growing administrative demands through this time. This person will have a strong communication and administrative background, be commercially savvy and always looking to improve the efficiency of the team. You will currently be working in a similar role but not necessarily in sport, where you will have been trained to an exceptional level, but you now want to make a move into the world of sport, in particular, football. Reporting into the Marketing Director, this role will also co-ordinate all internal fan related GDPR data enquiries in compliance with GDPR Legislation. The successful candidate will also support the senior managers within the Marketing Department with general administrative tasks. WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING// Undertaking small projects on a regular basis to support the Senior Managers in the department, such as finance administration (creating POs/GRNs), enquiries/requests, minutes in key meetings and other ad hoc tasks Planning and co-ordination of fan events outside of matchday, incl internal co-ordination across departments Assisting with fulfilment of fan promotions, administration support for the various fan focus groups and assist with matchday preparations First point of contact for all fan data enquiries and co-ordinating responses Support adhoc tasks for the director, such as email correspondence and organising both internal and external meetings Working closely with the PA to the Chief Executive and administration managers within the office to ensure the smooth running of the business General Club Accountabilities To ensure compliance with all relevant Club policies, including health and safety policies and with specific reference to the data regulations (GDRP and PECR) To ensure compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, ethical and social requirements To build and maintain good working relationships both internally and externally, maintaining a professional image at all times when representing Brentford FC To keep confidential any information gained regarding the Club and its personnel To maintain a flexible approach to work at all times THE SKILLS & EXPERIENCE YOU NEED// Min internship experience with suitable qualifications Excellent written and verbal communication skills Competent with Microsoft Office packages, particularly Word and Outlook Confident working alongside senior executives Uses initiative with minimal supervision Dedicated to the quality and accuracy of projects from inception to completion Can manage a heavy workload with strict deadlines Excellent organisational skills Flexible and willing to take on ad-hoc tasks Comfortable working independently and as part of a team If you have the passion and drive to succeed in this role and think it could be the ideal next step for you, then send your CV to james@eisg.com to apply The Executives In Sport Group are exclusively retained on behalf of Brentford Football Club to recruit their new Business Assistant. Please note all applications will be sent to James Hall at The Executives In Sport Group. Please note that shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 72 hours of application and due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide specific feedback on unsuccessful applications.

Rights Sales Manager - Sport

London

WHO THEY ARE AND WHAT THEY’RE LOOKING FOR// We’re working with a leading Sports Rights Agency in London who are currently seeking an outstanding Senior Sales Manager of Broadcast rights, who can work across their rights holder clients and lead on the distribution of their broadcast rights globally. WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING// You will define and implement a sales and distribution strategy for the agencies’ broadcast rights. You will work with a range of sports broadcasters and rights holders and play an integral role in acquiring new rights. You will manage key relationships with broadcasters and rights holders around the world. THE SKILLS & EXPERIENCE YOU NEED// A proven track record in selling and distributing sports media rights Deep knowledge of the sports media rights landscape Solid relationships and network with key stakeholders at broadcasters and right holders An interest in current digital media consumption trends Please note that shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 72 hours of application and due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide specific feedback on unsuccessful applications.

PR Manager

Manchester

WHO ARE THEY AND WHAT THEY’RE LOOKING FOR// We are working with a leading sports organisation who are looking for a PR Manager to develop and initiate a strategic PR plan for the business. We are looking for an experienced individual who has a detailed understanding of the media industry as well as the PR industry. WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING// You’ll be responsible for the day-to-day PR output from the organisation, ensuring they secure coverage in regional, national and international media alongside a more strategic aim to the role in developing the annual plan. You will activate the internal communications strategy, working alongside all departments to ensure they are kept up to date with all PR activities. Using your excellent contacts within journalism you will seek to maintain close working relationships with key contacts. Identifying objectives for news coverage, you will seek to gain exposure in the press for these, monitoring them closely. To liaise and present to all members of the department to ensure they are fully briefed on all PR activity. Support the development of any programme in the business for all employees to ensure they understand their responsibilities when representing. Develop and plan PR activities and events that showcase the coverage of the company in a positive manner making sure there is no negatives. It is imperative to attend any meeting that is required by the Director of Communications and contribute to the development of the Communications Department. To exploit, maintain, contribute and develop systems currently used by the company. Give the Communications Department advice and guidance to ensure there is a consistent and timely response to all internal and external stakeholders. Any problems that occur to report it straight to the Director of Communications in case it may have an ongoing effect on the Communications Department. THE SKILLS & EXPERIENCE YOU NEED// Experience in a similar PR or Media role. The capability to produce new ideas within the organisation’s limitations You will have very good relationships with print and broadcast media contacts Exceptional interactive skills including proven experience of persuading individuals and decision makers at all levels. Remarkable written and verbal communication skills. Proven experience of developing and activating PR plans. The ability to create relationships with key stakeholders whether its internal or external as well as manage and maintain the connection. A track record of exceeding goals when meeting deadlines under high pressure. An ability to plan and think strategically. Pro-active approach to day to day issues. Please be aware this is a 9-month contract position. Please note that shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 72 hours of application and due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide specific feedback on unsuccessful applications.