Client Director, Consulting (Sponsorship & Partnerships)

London, UK

About the Role

We’re looking for an exceptional Account Director to join a leading global sports and entertainment consultancy team, delivering world-class sponsorship and partnership strategies.

In this role, you’ll take the lead on activating two global Formula 1 team partnerships for a major financial services brand. You’ll act as a trusted senior advisor, driving strategic direction, overseeing activation plans, and ensuring best-in-class execution across all projects.

This is a high-impact leadership role where you’ll manage key European client relationships, guide a talented client servicing team, and unlock the full value of global sponsorship assets.

What You’ll Do

Client Leadership & Strategy

• Build and nurture senior-level client relationships, becoming a trusted advisor
• Lead client strategy and direction, anticipating needs and identifying opportunities
• Develop a deep understanding of client business goals and competitive landscape
• Drive innovative, insight-led sponsorship activations that deliver measurable impact
• Own and manage client activation budgets with full accountability

Project & Account Management

• Oversee delivery of all retained and project work across accounts
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and above expectations
• Lead resource planning, identifying and resolving challenges proactively
• Set clear timelines, expectations, and standards across the team

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing client team
• Foster an inclusive, collaborative, and high-energy team environment
• Provide ongoing feedback, coaching, and structured development plans
• Champion excellence in client servicing across all levels

Growth & Thought Leadership

• Play a key role in new business development and pitch leadership
• Contribute to thought leadership and industry presence
• Represent the business at industry events, conferences, and webinars

Operational Excellence

• Oversee financial management of accounts, including budgeting and reconciliation
• Ensure accurate reporting on time, resources, and project delivery
• Maintain high standards of process, governance, and accountability

What We’re Looking For

You’re a strategic, commercially minded leader with a passion for sport, entertainment, and sponsorship marketing. You thrive in fast-paced environments and love delivering standout work that drives real results.

Key experience and skills:

• Strong experience in sponsorships and partnership marketing
• Proven track record in managing large-scale client accounts
• Experience across sports and entertainment activations
• Background working with financial services or payment sector brands
• Formula 1 experience is a plus (but not essential)
• Outstanding client relationship and stakeholder management skills
• Strong commercial and financial acumen
• Exceptional project management and organizational skills
• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate insights into action
• Experience leading and developing high-performing teams

Ready to Apply?

If you’re excited by the opportunity to lead global sponsorship activations and work at the cutting edge of sport and entertainment, we’d love to hear from you.