Olympic Account Manager, Partnerships

Company Description
160over90 is an award-winning global marketing agency which forges stronger human connections and creates shared moments where people feel something real. With over 600 thinkers, doers, and makers across every cultural corner of the world, the agency offers a full-service, channel-agnostic approach and a deep connection to the people, places, and properties that drive the conversation of tomorrow. 160over90 works with leading brands including AB InBev, Coca-Cola, Macy’s, Marriott International, McDonald’s, Verizon and Visa.
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Overview
Based in New York or LA, this Olympic & Paralympic Account Manager position will be part of a dedicated agency team responsible for managing sponsorship and marketing initiatives for a financial services client.
Responsibilities
Lead day-to-day management of client’s IOC, IPC and OCOG partnerships, assets and relationships
Coordinate and manage activation strategy, planning and execution with client functional teams (brand, marketing, hospitality, operations, PR, etc.) and relevant agency partners in connection with client’s sponsorship platforms
Participate in the development and implementation of Olympic and Paralympic partnership strategy and activation; evaluate additional sponsorship opportunities and support contract negotiations as appropriate
Lead the global Olympic and Paralympic property approvals program on behalf of the client including development of guidelines and leading training sessions
Develop client-ready materials, such as POVs, recommendations, detailed project plans, and manage timelines to ensure deadlines and deliverables are met and within budget
Partner with internal divisions, external stakeholders, and third-party vendors as needed to ensure activities and services meet protocol and brand standards
Provide strategic thinking and recommendations regarding the Olympic and Paralympic space for client and agency at large
Provide support to Senior Account Director and Account Leadership on overarching account management and planning
Lead and mentor direct reports
Qualifications
A minimum of 5-7 years of agency or client-based sponsorship account management experience
Olympic and / or global sports experience and an understanding of the business of sports, sports media and sports marketing / sponsorship specifically related to the Olympic & Paralympic Games is strongly preferred
Prior experience in managing the development and implementation of sponsorship marketing strategy and activation on behalf of a client or company
Prior experience in managing day-to-day relationships with clients, agencies, and vendors
Prior experience in sponsorship contract negotiations
Understanding of and practical experience with event marketing operations and logistics
Capable of managing multiple projects independently and diligently while delivering under time pressure towards pre-defined goals
Excellent attention to detail, time management, written and oral communication skills
Enthusiastic and flexible team-first player with a proactive approach
Ability to travel 30% of the time
Proficient in MS Office Suite
Additional Information
Our Publicis Groupe motto “Viva La Différence” means we’re better together, and we believe that our differences make us stronger. It means we honor and celebrate all identities, across all facets of intersectionality, and it underpins all that we do as an organization. We are focused on fostering belonging and creating equitable & inclusive experiences for all talent.
Publicis Groupe provides robust and inclusive benefit programs and policies to support the evolving and diverse needs of our talent and enable every person to grow and thrive. Our benefits package includes medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401K, as well as parental and family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off.
If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact USMTTACompliance@publicis.com.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation Range: USD $70,000.00 - USD $90,000.00/Annually. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third-party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be 11/27/2026.

Salary : $70,000 - $90,000