Sponsorship Coordinator

Description:

This person in this role will support daily organizational duties surrounding the NHLPA’s corporate sponsorship and marketing programs, while assisting the Business Group as required. The incumbent is expected to coordinate/monitor key accounts, maintain clerical details of NHLPA corporate partner agreements, ensuring that each party delivers and receives contractual obligations and entitlements. In addition, this individual will regularly update the department, or other related parties, on any outstanding and upcoming concerns or opportunities with corporate partners to create and expand business relationships. The person will also assist with the creation of presentation documents and support numerous corporate partner relationships.

Responsibilities:

• Manage partner communications and maintain accurate partner contact records.
• Monitor partnership deliverables to ensure quality standards, contractual requirements and partner expectations are met within established timelines.
• Prepare monthly status reports on all partnership activities, progress, outstanding deliverables and issues requiring attention.
• Update program tracking charts on a daily, monthly, annual basis.
• Develop a strong understanding of partner industries, competitive landscapes and their relevance to the NHLPA and its members.
• Attend partnership and program update meetings and scheduled conference calls, documenting key discussion points, action items and follow-up requirements.
• Prepare Manager and Director levels with partnership updates and briefings for meetings and presentations.
• Assist with preparation of presentations and materials for internal and external meetings.
• Maintain workflows and tracking documents for annual events.
• Assist with execution of commercial shoots, partner events, and other related partnership activities.
• Coordinate meeting, travel and conference bookings and reservations.
• Collaborate with the Business Group to support digital engagement, player integration, public relations opportunities and other partnership initiatives.
• Monitor hockey and industry trends, social media channels and emerging opportunities relevant to partnership development.
• Support the management and ongoing development of key partner accounts and business relationships

Requirements:

• Post-secondary education in project management, communications, marketing, sports management, business administration or related field.
• Minimum of 3+ years of relevant experience in a coordinator or manager role.
• Documented account management skills, with the ability to establish, maintain, and enhance corporate relationships.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong understanding of partnership agreements and deliverables.
• Account and project management experience.
• Contribution to sponsorship strategy and development of new initiatives.
• Proactive idea generation for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Genuine passion and energy for marketing.
• Highly organized and resourceful.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and contribute within a collaborative team environment.
• Professional attitude and demeanor.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and carry out responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Awareness of NHL players, the NHL and its teams is an asset.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure while maintaining professionalism and discretion when interacting with professional athletes and other high-profile individuals.
• Flexible to work evenings, weekends, and occasional travel as required.

Salary Range: $50,000-70,000 (based on experience)

All interested applicants can submit their resumes to careers@nhlpa.com.

No agencies please.

NHLPA is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible work environment. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment process.