Account Manager (Sports Media)

TL;DR

Account Manager (Sports Media): Managing relationships and campaigns for UK and EMEA brand partners and media agencies with an accent on client retention and integrated campaign execution. Focus on overseeing bespoke content partnerships, monitoring performance, and securing campaign renewals.

Location: Remote (Must be based in the UK)

Company

hirify.global is a leading sports media company delivering comprehensive stories and in-depth coverage of professional and college teams globally.

What you will do

• Manage campaigns and relationships with UK and EMEA-based brand partners and media agencies.
• Oversee the delivery of bespoke content partnerships, ensuring high standards and timeliness.
• Monitor campaign pacing and performance, delivering monthly and end-of-campaign reports.
• Collaborate with strategy, planning, adops, editorial, and creative teams to ensure smooth RFP and campaign delivery.
• Identify opportunities for campaign extensions and assist the sales team in securing renewals.
• Build media plans, ad schedules, and collateral for pitches and RFP responses.

Requirements

• Proven track record in Account Management within the UK media landscape.
• 1-3 years of account management or sales experience.
• Solid understanding of the sports industry.
• Ability to manage multiple high-value campaigns simultaneously with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive UK benefits packages based on country of residence.
• Remote workplace arrangement.
• Opportunity to work with a large, global newsroom of sports media professionals.
• Inclusive environment as an equal opportunity employer.