Partnership & Sponsorship Manager

Job Description

Join us, be part of more.

We’re so much more than an energy company. We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We're energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues that's energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn’t rely on fossil fuels whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities. Here, you can find more purpose, more passion, and more potential. That’s why working here is #MoreThanACareer. We do energy differently - we do it all. We make it, store it, move it, sell it, and mend it.

About your team:

We’re the pride of Ireland. Bord Gáis Energy have been powering the nation’s homes and businesses for almost 40 years. But now, we’re so much more than just gas and electric. Through our unique combination of household heroes and energy assets, we’re at the heart of the energy transition in Ireland, strengthening the country’s energy security and helping customers get ready for a net zero future.

About your role: As the Partnership & Sponsorship Manager, you will develop and implement a strategic plan for securing brand partnerships, aligning with marketing and retention goals. You will negotiate and execute long-term partnerships, ensuring maximum value for both parties. You will be responsible for measurement of all Rewards campaigns, fostering continuous improvement.

Additionally, you will oversee our loyalty platform operations, driving growth in registrations, engagement, and retention.

You will manage Bord Gáis Energy's sponsorship portfolio, from negotiations to activation, ensuring seamless delivery. You will support the Marketing Director in demonstrating sponsorship’s impact on acquisition and retention, manage the sponsorship budget, and work closely with the finance team. Working with the Sponsorship Lead you will be responsible for ensuring high-levels of exposure, integration and engagement, and measuring ROI.

Here's what we’re looking for:

Marketing Degree or equivalent third-level qualification essential.

Experience working in a relevant marketing function in the areas of Sponsorship, Loyalty, Digital, PR and Event Management.

Experience in marketing and communications and or creative agency.

Strong commercial acumen and ability to work under pressure as part of a dynamic team.

Exceptional influencing and negotiation skills, along with excellent communication skills and the ability to form, establish and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Excellent organizational, planning and time management skills.

Passion for sponsorship and an understanding of how brands leverage sponsorship platforms to drive brand engagement, and expertise in managing brand ambassadors/influencers, media outlets, and other relevant organizations.

Full clean drivers’ license.

Ability and flexibility to work outside office hours as required by the nature of some events.

Why should you apply?

We’re not a perfect place – but we’re a people place. Our priority is supporting all of the different realities our people face. Life is about so much more than work. We get it. That’s why we’ve designed our total rewards to give you the flexibility to choose what you need, when you need it, making sure that you and your family are supported not only financially, but physically and emotionally too. Visit the link below to discover why we’re a great place to work and what being part of more means for you.

https://www.morethanacareer.energy/bordgais

If you're full of energy, fired up about sustainability, and ready to craft not only a better tomorrow, but a better you, then come and find your purpose in a team where your voice matters, your growth is non-negotiable, and your ambitions are our priority.

Help us, help you. We would love for you to share any information about yourself throughout our recruitment process so that we can better understand you and help shape your journey.