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ROLE OVERVIEW:

The opportunity exists for an experienced, data driven, and organised Account Manager to join the 54 Paid Media team in its delivery of all paid-for adverting for Tier 1 clients, as well as providing support on other clients across the team.

A keen interest in Golf and extensive experience in a digital advertising planning and buying role within the sports industry or at a leading media agency would be required.

The candidate must be comfortable working on a variety of projects across multiple markets concurrently and working to tight deadlines as well as experience in managing line reports. There is an opportunity within the role for international travel to Golf events.

The role will also involve the candidate line managing a Senior Account Executive.

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KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Media Planning, Buying and Partnerships

• Working with the Account Director and wider advertising team to develop and activate a strategic cross platform, multi-market advertising plan.
• Negotiate all paid for activity with key media partners.
• Identify media trends and new channels to direct a strategic approach to meet the changing dynamics of the media environment.
• Develop and own new and existing media partnerships to extract maximum benefit for the client and ensure that contracted rights are being delivered through engagement with internal delivery teams and external parties.
• Agree creative activation strategies and take responsibility for their delivery on time and to budget and ensure that they deliver pre-agreed returns.

Admin, Monitoring and Evaluation

• Take the lead on client calls and meetings for key accounts
• Take overall responsibility for all documentation relating to all accounts managed by establishing excellent practices and learnings
• Deliver campaign analysis both during and post campaign to demonstrate performance and learnings gained.
• Work alongside Finance Department to ensure invoicing processes are adhered to.

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SPECIAL SKILLS/EXPERIENCE/APTITUDES NEEDED:

• Minimum of 2 years in a media planning and buying role agency side across all channels with focus on digital
• Strong knowledge and experience of SEO, Paid Social and Google products including but not limited to Google Analytics and Google Tag Manager
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with a diverse range of people
• Administrative and IT skills, and an ability to maintain records and produce detailed reports
• Driven by the need to constantly improve through innovation and thought leadership
• Team player with line management experience
• Ability to work to tight deadlines with a positive, can-do attitude
• Interest in Golf

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SALARY AND BENEFITS:

• Competitive Salary
• Annual Discretionary Company Bonus; Up to 8%; 3% Company & 5% Individual
• 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays), pro-rated
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Private Healthcare
• Staff clothing
• Working hours will be from 09.00 to 17.30 with an hour taken for lunch between 12.00 and 14.00

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ROLE OVERVIEW:

The opportunity exists for a highly experienced, thought-leading, and inspirational Creative Consultant to head up all creative output across the business. Based in our UK head office, the ideal candidate will lead 54's international Brand & Creative team, working with clients across Events and Marketing, plus 54's own brand. The chosen candidate will need to have experience in elevating fan experiences through creatively bringing to life event concepts, as well as working on eye-catching brand campaigns. Experience working in sports or events sectors preferred but not mandatory. Previous experience of leading a creative team is a must.

It is essential that the candidate can not only support on major client and new business projects but can also inspire the wider team to think more creatively in all aspects of their work. 54 believes in always 'Pushing the Edge' and the ideal candidate will need to embody this spirit in everything they do, with the ultimate goal of making the agency widely acclaimed for its creative output.

Reporting into the Marketing Director and acting as an integral part of the Senior Marketing Team, the candidate will lead a department of 16 Creatives, based across the UK, KSA and Singapore and will need to be an accomplished communicator with close collaboration with senior stakeholders across all divisions within the business required on a daily basis.

The role requires an inspirational leader with an inquisitive and collaborative mindset; someone who is both on the cutting-edge of creativity and willing to share that knowledge both internally and externally, but who is also constantly looking to explore new trends and ideas.

KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Team Leadership

• Oversee and grow a division of 16 people across multiple offices, identifying where there are efficiencies to be made in the way 54 currently operates
• Ultimate responsibility for the department's delivery on behalf of clients and internal requests
• Direct line management of a senior team of creative professionals, ensuring each is adequately guided and supported to perform at the highest level, overseeing appraisal processes and leading on identifying and implementing the appropriate trainings to upskill the team
• Management of the Studio Lead who oversees Resource and Workflow Management
• Create a high-performing culture, that is recognised as such both internally and across the global sports industry through the regular winning of recognised awards
• Monitor and provide feedback on team dynamics to Senior Management
• Oversight of departmental recruitment

Quality Assurance

• Responsible for supercharging the quality of all creative ideation across multiple media
• Uplifting the global team's overall understanding of creativity and the processes behind it
• Delivering work that receives international acclaim through the winning of awards
• Challenging clients to think bigger and see greater potential - even if ideas do not ultimately get signed off

Departmental Strategy/Responsibility

• Work with the Marketing Director to run the department at an agreed profit/loss
• Constantly assess the strengths and weaknesses of the department, making strategic recommendations for how the structure, processes and service offering could be improved upon
• Work to reduce the total cost of the department to the business
• Drive the growth of revenue generating business through organic growth, new business efforts and service enhancements, with the ultimate goal of turning the department into a profit centre for the business

Cross-Departmental Communications

• Establish strong working relationships and positive dynamics across the business
• Support colleagues to find solutions to their creative challenges
• Be a highly-visible and approachable figure within the business, regularly speaking in company-wide meetings

New Business

• Be the first port of call for all Creative requirements associated to new business opportunities across the business
• Work hand-in-hand with the Marketing Strategy team to develop event and campaign creatives that will deliver against objectives and stand out amongst our competition
• Be a leading voice in pitch rooms, helping to bring to life creative ideas in a way that will excite clients/prospects
• Attend and speak at industry events, promoting 54's service offering and positioning the agency at the forefront of creativity

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

• Competitive Salary
• Annual Discretionary Company Bonus – up to 8% - 3% Company & 5% Individual
• 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays), pro-rated
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Private Healthcare
• Staff clothing
• Working hours will be from 09.00 to 17.30 with an hour taken for lunch between 12.00 and 14.00

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ROLE OVERVIEW:

The opportunity exists for an enthusiastic, driven and credible Financial Controller to join the 54 team. This role will lead a small team in the delivery of monthly reporting, budgeting and planning, financial controls, statutory reporting and operational finance management while closely supporting the businesses' shareholders and investment backers. The successful Financial Controller will be a formally qualified (ACA or ACCA) accountant with prior experience working in practice. You will ideally have had exposure in a multi-entity business environment, either in an SME or larger corporate. You will need to be driven, credible, emotionally intelligent and able to adapt in a fast-paced environment. A passion for sport would be advantageous but is by no means necessary!

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KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reporting directly to a top tier CFO, the Financial Controller will be critical in ensuring the integrity of monthly/quarterly/annual reporting and advising on commercial decision making while overseeing the transactional finance team and maintaining relationships with external and internal advisors/auditors in the UK and internationally (Middle East and US).

Key duties will include:

• Managing the finance team
• Delivery of monthly group management accounts, developing insightful variance analysis and commentary
• Ownership of the cashflow forecasts, responsible for preparing forecasts, developing underlying reports to gather data used within the forecast, and analysis of variances.
• Lead preparation of the annual budget and forecast.
• Manage the intercompany accounting process and any related transfer pricing matters.
• Period and year end statutory reporting.
• Lead the annual audit process.
• Work closely with external advisors to ensure statutory filings are completed accurately and to deadline for international entities.
• Oversee transactional processing, including sign off of payment runs and credit limits.
• Lead and support continued operational improvement through utilisation of systems, reporting tools and technology.
• Support the integration of new acquisitions.

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SPECIAL SKILLS/EXPERIENCE/APTITUDES NEEDED:

• Professional Accountancy Qualification

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SALARY AND BENEFITS:

• Competitive Salary
• Annual Discretionary Company Bonus – up to 8% - 3% Company & 5% Individual
• 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays), pro-rated
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Private Healthcare
• Staff clothing
• Working hours will be from 09.00 to 17.30 with an hour taken for lunch between 12.00 and 14.00

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ABOUT 54GROUP:

54 is a sports and entertainment agency operating across five regions and eight offices: United Kingdom (London), Europe (Sotogrande, Spain), MENA (Riyadh, Saudi Arabia & Dubai, United Arab Emirates), APAC (Singapore & Adelaide, Australia) and USA (West Palm Beach, Florida & New York). It works with rights holders, governing bodies, household brands and major investors who share its belief in the power of sport. 54 comprises three service areas each consisting of two divisions: 1. Strategic Advisory (Consultancy and Data & Insights), 2. Asset Optimisation (Operations and Commercial), 3. Activation & Engagement (Events and Marketing). At its core, the company has an unwavering belief in embracing the opportunities offered by pushing at the edges of conventional wisdom to turn the improbable into the unignorable.  

ROLE OVERVIEW:

The opportunity exists for an enthusiastic, driven, and creative Marketing Strategy Account Manager to join the Strategy and Account Services team within the 54 Marketing division.

The candidate will cover a range of Marketing services specifically across 54’s portfolio of Brand and Destination clients, forging relationships, and consulting with key clients to develop and drive forward the delivery of agreed marketing strategies, in addition to some of our events in the region.

As part of developing and rolling out key Marketing strategies on each account, the role will also entail liaising with the Marketing division’s specialist teams, which includes Advertising, Brand and Creative, Earned Media, social media, and Content.

The successful candidate will be based in the 54 offices in Sotogrande, with a focus on servicing clients across Europe.

An understanding and passion for sport, particularly the game of golf, alongside a general understanding of the golf media landscape is preferred, and a marketing background essential. Candidates should display considerable competence in project management skills, comfortable working on multiple projects and to tight deadlines, as well as strong written and verbal communications, and good attention to detail. The candidate should also be adept across all Microsoft Office applications.

KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Given the role sits within the Strategy and Account Services team, a varied and broad skillset and understanding of marketing is required. With the ability to work across a diverse client portfolio, to assist 54 service its clients’ needs:

• Strategy Development
• Project Management
• Marketing Consultancy
• Client Account Management
• Project Reporting

SPECIAL SKILLS/EXPERIENCE/APTITUDES NEEDED:

• 3+ years of experience
• Knowledge of current trends relating to sports marketing
• Experience working across the marketing mix and delivering strategic solutions, utilising a range of modern marketing tactics and practices.
• Experience in developing cross-channel campaigns for consumer facing brands or events.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage a variety of tasks.
• Fluent English and Spanish required.

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

• Competitive Salary
• Working hours will be from 09.00 to 17.30 with an hour taken for lunch between 12.00 and 14.00
• 25 days annual leave (+Public Holidays), Pro-Rata

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ROLE OVERVIEW:

54 is seeking a Partnership Director to lead the account strategy and delivery of several key relationships in the region. As the Partnership Director, you will be responsible for developing and executing partnership strategies, managing key partner relationships, and driving revenue growth. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of sports marketing, exceptional leadership skills, and a proven track record in developing successful partnerships.

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KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive account strategy to drive partner business growth and achieve objectives
• Manage and nurture relationships with key partners, ensuring their needs are met and objectives are aligned with the organization's goals
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop and execute partnership activation plans and integrated campaigns
• Track and analyze partnership performance metrics, providing regular reports and insights to stakeholders
• Stay updated on industry trends and competitor activities to identify new partnership opportunities and maintain a competitive edge
• Identify and secure strategic partnership opportunities that align with the company's objectives and target market
• Lead negotiations and contract discussions with potential partners, ensuring mutually beneficial agreements
• Lead and mentor a team, providing guidance and support in executing partnership initiatives
• Develop and manage the partnerships budget, ensuring effective allocation of resources

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SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERTISE

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, business administration, or a related field
• 8+ years of relevant work experience in sports partnerships, business development, or related roles
• Proven track record in developing and managing successful partnerships, preferably within the sports marketing industry
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
• Strategic thinker with the ability to identify partnership opportunities and develop innovative solutions
• Analytical mindset with proficiency in data analysis and reporting
• Strong business acumen and understanding of market dynamics
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities

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SALARY AND BENEFITS:

• Competitive Salary
• Annual Discretionary Company Bonus – up to 8% - 3% Company & 5% Individual
• 33 days annual leave (+ public holidays), pro-rated
• Working hours will be from 09.00 to 17.30 Sunday to Thursday with an hour taken for lunch between 12.00 and 14.00

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ROLE OVERVIEW:

54 Arabia are seeking a Partnership Executive to join our growing team in Riyadh Saudi Arabia. The primary focus of this role will be to develop and execute partnership activation plans and manage partner relationships. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of sports marketing, excellent communication skills, and experience managing partner activations and logistics.

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KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and execute partnership activation plans that align with the partners strategy
• Manage all aspects of partner activations, including planning, logistics, and execution
• Collaborate with partner teams to ensure partner activations integrate with overall campaign objectives
• Track and analyse partner activation metrics to measure program success and report on ROI
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with partners and stakeholders
• Communicate regularly with partners to ensure their expectations are being met
• Support the Partnerships Officer in looking after guest experiences at 54 Arabia events
• Assist with ad hoc projects as needed

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SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERTISE

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, sports management, or a related field preferred but not pre-requisite
• 3-5 years of relevant work experience in marketing, sports management, or partnership management
• Deep understanding of sports marketing and partner activation best practices
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
• Passion for sports and a desire to work in the sports marketing industry

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SALARY AND BENEFITS:

• Competitive Salary
• Annual Discretionary Company Bonus – up to 8% - 3% Company & 5% Individual
• 33 days annual leave (+ public holidays), pro-rata
• Working hours will be from 09.00 to 17.30 Sunday to Thursday with an hour taken for lunch

ROLE OVERVIEW:

54 is looking for a Partnership Manager to join its growing team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The Partnership Manager will be responsible for developing and executing partnership activation plans and managing partner relationships. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of sports marketing, excellent communication skills, and extensive experience managing partner activations and logistics.

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KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and execute partnership activation plans that align with the partner's strategy
• Manage all aspects of partner activations, including planning, logistics, and execution
• Collaborate with partner teams to ensure partner activations integrate with overall campaign objectives
• Track and analyze partner activation metrics to measure program success and report on ROI
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with partners and stakeholders
• Communicate regularly with partners to ensure their expectations are being met
• Manage and oversee partner guest experiences at 54 events
• Develop new business opportunities with partners and assist with contract negotiations
• Provide insights and recommendations to improve partnership performance and increase revenue

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SPECIAL SKILLS/EXPERIENCE/APTITUDES NEEDED:

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, sports management, or a related field preferred
• 5+ years of relevant work experience in marketing, sports management, or partnership management
• Deep understanding of sports marketing and partner activation best practices
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
• Passion for sports and a desire to work in the sports marketing industry

This is a full-time position, and compensation will be commensurate with experience. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with a dynamic team and gain valuable experience in the sports marketing industry. If you meet the requirements and are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume and cover letter.

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SALARY AND BENEFITS:

• Competitive Salary
• Annual Discretionary Company Bonus – up to 8% - 3% Company & 5% Individual
• 33 days annual leave (+ public holidays), pro-rated
• Working hours will be from 09.00 to 17.30 Sunday to Thursday with an hour taken for lunch between 12.00 and 14.00

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ROLE OVERVIEW:

The opportunity exists for an enthusiastic, driven, and creative Senior Graphic Designer to join the 54 Brand & Creative Team. Based in our KSA office, the ideal candidate will lead Arabic brand creative, bringing expertise in Arabic design and guiding colleagues. Preferred experience in sports or events sectors, with a passion for golf preferred but not mandatory.

The candidate must have great creativity and the ability to present to a partner in a way that will elevate the proposition and visualise the opportunity. The other side of the role will be leading event creative for sporting events in KSA and globally. Working to guidelines and producing large-scale print graphics. The candidate must be proficient with Adobe Creative Cloud software, particularly InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop

The candidate must be comfortable working on multiple projects and to tight deadlines. Candidate must be proactive and approachable, with strong organisational skills and good teamwork is required, as is excellent attention to detail.

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KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

The role requires a varied skill set and the ability to work across a diverse range of creative experience

• 5 Years as a Graphic Designer minimum
• Examples of print and digital design
• Strong presentation skills and creative flair
• Conceptualising and creating visuals
• Background in sports or events
• Mentoring junior colleagues

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SPECIAL SKILLS/EXPERIENCE/APTITUDES NEEDED:

Why You?

• You thrive when creating pitch decks, graphics and templates
• You can understand and develop a proposal with colleagues
• You enjoy creating innovative visual proposals

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SALARY & BENEFITS:

• Competitive Salary
• Annual Discretionary Company Bonus – up to 8% - 3% Company & 5% Individual
• 33 days annual leave (+ public holidays), pro-rated
• Working hours will be from 09.00 to 17.30 with an hour taken for lunch between 12.00 and 14.00
• Hybrid working (2-3 days per week in office, rest of the week remote)
• Reports to Studio Lead and KSA Director

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