The National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) is one of the fastest-growing professional sports leagues in the U.S., powered by 16 clubs and a deep roster of the world’s best players, and built on record-shattering fan, media and commercial growth. Now in its 13th season, the league’s momentum continues to accelerate, with viewership and attendance numbers growing rapidly, social media fandom on the rise, team valuations massively increasing and new top sponsors investing in the NWSL brand.
This unprecedented growth in audience, media reach, and franchise value reflects the NWSL’s expanding fan base and increasing dominance in the sports-media landscape and popular culture. The future of the NWSL is now — and we’re looking for world-class talent like you to help us continue the momentum.
The Role
Reporting directly to the Partnership Marketing Senior Manager, this position will manage and support the marketing activities for NWSL corporate partners. The position is responsible for daily successful management of specific corporate partner relationships, including;
- Strategic planning with corporate partners to drive League and partner objectives.
- Delivery of contracted sponsorship obligations.
- Driving development of new League platforms, partner opportunities, and incremental sales revenue.
- Lead execution of new initiatives.
- This role will also support overall department efforts, including event planning and execution, deck development, research, and ongoing internal and external communication.
What You Will Own & Drive
- Provide day-to-day support to the assigned corporate partners ensuring that all contractual obligations of both the NWSL and corporate partners are met.
- Possess deep knowledge of the companies that comprise his/her/their portfolio and the broader industries in which these companies operate.
- Assist with the preparation of briefs for NWSL senior leadership and cross-departmental teams on the business strategies and performance of each of the companies within his/her/their portfolio of corporate partners.
- Work cross-departmentally to identify and develop new ideas and assets that meet both corporate partner goals as well as NWSL objectives and incrementally sell ideas to partner portfolios.
- Conduct and facilitate cross-departmental planning sessions in support of Partnership Marketing programs.
- Develop strong relationships with the day-to-day managers of the corporate partners within his/her/their portfolio.
- Create, monitor, and maintain reports that track the effectiveness of marketing programs that the NWSL implements with each of its corporate partners.
What You Will Bring
Core Qualifications
- 4+ years of progressive experience in sponsor account management, partner marketing, or other related fields.
- Experience building presentations, including graphics packages.
- Experience managing partner relationships.
- Experience working in the sport of soccer.
- Experience working with partners to implement & upsell new ideas and programs.
- Ability to work independently and execute without close supervision.
- Excellent organizational and project management skills.
- Ability to maintain strong 'customer service' and follow-up with all partner requests.
- Ability to deliver high quality work and execute under pressure/deadlines.
- Ability to work non-traditional hours in non-traditional settings within a professional sports atmosphere.
Preferred Qualifications
- Has a strong professional and positive presence/image that represents the league both internally and externally.
- Guided by strong moral and ethical principles.
- Experience developing purpose-driven initiatives, especially in youth sports or grassroots environments.
- Knowledge of the health and wellness category is a plus.
- Communicates in a direct, open, and honest manner.
- Accountable for actions/decisions and does not make excuses.
- Seeks feedback.
Our Investment in You
In addition to working in an incredible, inclusive, and committed-to-diversity culture, we offer:
- Competitive Compensation: $95,000 - $110,000 (Salary is contingent upon candidate qualifications and functional business needs).
- Time & Flexibility: Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO), sick days, and an end-of-year office closure.
- Hybrid Work Model: Three days in-office and two remote days per week.
- Robust Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Mental Health benefits for employees and dependents.
- Financial Future: 401k with employer match and safe harbor contributions.
- Additional Perks: Commuter benefits, Short/Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Gym On-Site, and Voluntary Pet Insurance.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
The NWSL is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We celebrate diversity and are deeply committed to creating an inclusive and equitable environment for all employees. All employment decisions—including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, compensation, and termination—are made without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, you may contact us at careers@nwslsoccer.com.