Client Experience Consultant - Sponsorships

Client Experience Consultant – Sponsorships

Location: Rhode Island (Hybrid)

Estimated Salary Range: $103,040 – $148,100

About the Role

We are seeking a driven and detail-oriented Client Experience Consultant – Sponsorships to lead the strategy, planning, and execution of premium sports sponsorship hospitality programs. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in high-touch, white-glove environments and has experience delivering exceptional client experiences for senior executives and key stakeholders.

You will work closely with cross-functional partners to align sponsorship hospitality initiatives with broader business objectives, while managing complex events across multiple regions. This role involves significant interaction with C-suite clients and requires strong leadership, project management, and relationship-building skills.

Experience working with major sports leagues and teams (e.g., PGA, WNBA, MLB or similar) is highly desirable.

Work Model & Travel

• Full-time role based in Rhode Island
• Hybrid setup with 1–2 remote days per week (based on business needs)
• Up to 40% domestic and international travel

Key Responsibilities

• Support sponsorship leadership in strategic planning, program development, execution, and performance measurement
• Design and oversee premium sponsorship hospitality and event programs across North America, EMEA, and APAC (with agency support)
• Manage all aspects of event planning, including vendors, venues, hotels, catering, entertainment, transportation, guest lists, gifting, production, and budgets
• Partner with Client Services and Sales teams to identify the right clients and prospects for each sponsorship experience
• Lead on-site event execution, ensuring flawless delivery, guest experience, and issue resolution
• Deliver high-impact hospitality programs that exceed client, partner, and stakeholder expectations
• Own budget development, tracking, reconciliation, and financial accountability
• Conduct post-event evaluations and ROI reporting
• Serve as a subject matter expert in corporate hospitality, sponsorship activation, and executive hosting
• Build strong internal relationships to ensure alignment, collaboration, and strategic use of resources
• Maintain exceptional attention to detail and quality control across all deliverables for senior stakeholders

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Sports Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field
• 5 years of experience in sponsorship, hospitality, sports marketing, or event management within a corporate or agency environment

Skills & Experience

• Strong understanding of sponsorship strategy, hospitality programming, and event execution
• Proven ability to manage complex, multi-region programs with tight timelines and budgets
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong stakeholder and relationship management capabilities
• Demonstrated project management expertise
• Experience delivering integrated programs with measurable outcomes and ROI
• High level of professionalism and comfort engaging with senior leadership
• Proficiency with event management and collaboration tools (e.g., Cvent, Microsoft Teams, virtual event platforms)

Preferred Attributes

• Balance of hands-on execution and strategic thinking
• Data-driven decision-making and accountability
• Adaptable and confident working in fast-paced, ambiguous environments
• Client-centric mindset with a passion for delivering best-in-class experiences

Compensation & Benefits

The annual salary range for this position is $103,040 – $148,100, dependent on experience and qualifications. The role is eligible for a comprehensive total rewards package, including incentive opportunities, retirement plans, health and wellness benefits, career development support, flexible work options, and generous time-off allowances.