Job Title: Partnership Services Executive

Department: Commercial

Reporting: Senior Partnership Account Manager

Location: Vantage

Closing Date: 14 July 2025

Brentford FC is a bit different to other Premier League football clubs. We put our fans first, we are a true community club and while we are financially sustainable, we are not afraid to take calculated risks. We take huge pride in our environment and culture within the Club which focuses on development, inclusion and not being afraid to think differently.

Being progressive, humble and respectful while sticking together as one team across the Club guides how we work and the decisions we make each day.

We also firmly believe that a diverse workforce is a better workforce which will help us develop ideas, solve problems and ultimately grow Brentford FC.

We play in a brand-new stadium, 15 minutes from Heathrow in vibrant west London.

We will never forget where we have come from, but we are excited about the future that lies ahead.

Come join us.

Inclusion Statement

Brentford FC is an organisation which values and is passionate about diversity and inclusivity. Whilst our recruitment decisions are always based on merit and suitability, we welcome and encourage applications from qualified candidates, including those from underrepresented groups – such as those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, women, those from the LGBTQ+ community and those with disabilities. Should you require any workplace accommodations (also known as ‘reasonable adjustments), you will have the opportunity to let us know at the appropriate points in the hiring process.

Safeguarding Statement

Brentford FC is committed to equality, the safeguarding and welfare of all children and adults at risk. This responsibility is shared by all staff and volunteers at the Club, safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. Staff will be required to undertake regular safeguarding training to enable and reinforce a proactive approach to safeguarding. This role requires the post holder to apply all relevant policies and uphold the Club’s commitment to safeguarding vulnerable people to ensure a safe environment for all. This includes the timely reporting of any safeguarding concern to the safeguarding team. We remind those barred from regulated activity that it is an offence to apply for such positions.

Please note that where appropriate for the role, you will be required to complete additional background checks such as Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks and police checks for any time you have lived or worked outside of the UK in the last 10 years. You can find out more about this at https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record

Please also note that a CV application will not be sufficient. Applications will not be considered where the application form has not been completed in full.

If the role you are applying for involves regulated activity and you have been shortlisted for a first stage interview, you will be asked to fill out a Declaration of Offences Form.

The Role of the Partnership Services Executive

Now going into our fifth year as a Premier League Club, Brentford FC is established in the top level of English football. Growth on the pitch is helping growth off the pitch and as such, we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced, creative, resourceful, team player to join our dynamic Partnership Services team.

The Partnership Services team carry out a diverse range of activities and events throughout the calendar to ensure the club is fulfilling its contractual obligations to partners and to ensure that each partner maximises the value of their investment with the Club.

Working with the Senior Partnership Account Manager, this role will support our partnerships team with maximizing partnerships growth and achieving revenue targets but play an important role in the planning and delivery of partner assets and activations and will be responsible for enhancing current and new partner relationships. The position will also involve working with the Premier League and their central commercial partners.

Main Accountabilities

• Work with the Senior Partnership Account Manager to help to create and deliver seasonal activation plans for selected club partners
• Be main day-to-day contact for selected club partners
• Collaborate with partners to create and deliver innovative and engaging ways to drive partner satisfaction and achieve clearly defined partner objectives
• Assist in management and delivery of partner events and experiences for example, matchday activations, Play on the Pitch experiences, Training Ground visits etc
• Assist in ensuring Club Partners’ contractual assets are delivered in full, holding meetings with internal departments to ensure contracted assets are delivered on time and to the highest possible standard
• Develop and maintain excellent relationships with key internal and external stakeholders to help deliver innovative activations on both Matchdays and non-Matchdays
• Ensure the Partnership database is efficiently and effectively maintained
• Help build best in class case studies for use across the partnership team and club channels
• Continually identify areas where service levels can be improved

• Maintain knowledge of the latest industry standards and activity

General Club Accountabilities

• To ensure compliance with all relevant Club policies, including safeguarding, health and safety policies and with specific reference to the data regulations (GDPR and PECR)
• To ensure compliance with the Club’s Code of Conduct
• To ensure compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, ethical and social requirements
• To build and maintain good working relationships both internally and externally, maintaining a professional image at all times when representing Brentford FC
• To keep confidential any information gained regarding the Club and its personnel
• To maintain a flexible approach to work at all times
• To ensure compliance with all Matchday Safeguarding processes 
• To ensure compliance with the Club’s Safeguarding Policy and processes
• To promote and support positive mental health and wellbeing throughout the Club both on and off the field
• To promote equity, diversity and inclusion at the Club, in line with our EDI strategy

• Natural communicator who is confident engaging with people at all levels
• Highly organised
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced industry and sector
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and exert a positive influence
• Self-motivated and able to work on own initiative
• Able to work unsociable hours including weekends and evenings
• Have a genuine interest in brands, marketing and commercial partnerships in sport
• A positive outlook and looks for solutions

Person Specification – Desirable Characteristics

• Any experience working for a rights holder or agency in sport
• An interest in digital marketing
• A native understanding of social media and associated trends
• Professional, confident, self-motivated and enthusiastic
• Numerate and data-driven with a strong attention to detail
• Resilience and perseverance