Activation Sponsorships Manager

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As part of the global sponsorship strategy, Accor is partnering with many right holders, Paris Saint-Germain, Kylian Mbappé / IBKM, Tennis French Federation/Roland Garros, SAIL GP league et SAIL GP France, ACCOR ARENA, ASM venues...

Accor needs to recruit expertise in this field to manage the relationship, deliver the rights and lead the activation of sponsorships.

This is a permanent role to start now. It will be supported by specialist sponsorship agencies.

KEY TASKS

Sponsorship Management

• Lead the day to day rights holder relationship
• Ensure delivery of contractual rights
• Set up KPIs for the sponsorships and implement a measurement approach in line with Accor’s framework
• Regular internal reporting to key stakeholders on progress and updates

Sponsorship Activation

Lead the development and implementation of a global sponsorship activation programme, working with a specialist agency, appropriate Brand teams, internal business units & regional hub teams:

• At event(s)
• PR & Content/Social
• Limitless experiences
• B2B Hospitality

Exploitation of new business opportunities

• Collaborate with internal Accor BUs to identify and unlock new business opportunities for the Group through the sponsorships (Resa Events,Potel & Chabot, or hotel catering, John Paul, etc...)
• Identify enhancements and win/win opportunities to showcase Accor’s approach to hospitality for the benefit of all parties

Internal (Accor) liaison and coordination

• Coordinate local hub activation plans & delivery
• Collaborate with brands as appropriate

PROFILE

· Global sponsorship management experience (5y minimum)

· Leading projects

· Understanding of marketing and digital landscapes and experience in sponsorship activation

· Understanding of brand marketing

· Relationship building and persuasion skills

· Self starter

· Strong collaborator and management skills

· Strong communication skills

· Fluent English and French required

Why Join Accor?

Accor dares to impact: 

- the world  

• We are committed to the world around us, with a strong employer culture focused on the development of our 300,000 talents. 
• We adopt a continuous improvement approach to reduce the impact of digital on the environment across all our projects.

- your career:  

• We enable all our employees to manage their work-life balance and offer them the means to shape their work environment according to their preferences. 
• Training and career paths are defined both individually and collectively, allowing us to grow together on a daily basis. 
• We value the richness of diverse nationalities represented, from various backgrounds, encompassing all the stories that make us who we are. We encourage diversity in personalities and professional paths. We know how to adapt to the specific needs of our employees, especially those with disabilities. 

-and also : 

• ALL - Heartist® Program: Unforgettable stays and experiences at all Accor locations and partner venues worldwide. –
• Heartist® for Good Program: Commit to supporting an association of your choice from those available on our volunteering platform (1 day offered per year by the Group during your working hours). 
• An Employee Social Committee (CSE) supporting the financing of your cultural and sports activities. 
• Sustainable Mobility Package up to €700 for the use of "green" transportation, or 50% coverage of Pass Navigo (public transportation pass). 
• €10 meal vouchers. 
• A mandatory health insurance plan funded at 50% by Accor without additional costs in case of enrollment of your dependents. 
• Attractive working conditions with collaborative workspaces, restaurants, and recreational and sports areas.