Account Manager (LATAM, Soccer Client Services) (Payment Services Client)

Account Manager (LATAM, Soccer Client Services) (Payment Services Client)

CLIENT SERVICES / Responsible for leading Octagon’s client business and day-to-day management of client programs. 

***Our headquarters are in Stamford, CT, but the location of this position can hybrid work (3 days week in office) in one of our office locations - - Stamford, CT, New York, NY, Chicago, IL, Charlotte, NC, Atlanta, GA, Miami, FL. Remote candidates will not be considered.

Are you looking for the opportunity to lead a vast portfolio that includes sports, music, and entertainment properties?  

Our client is an award-winning global Payment Technology brand known for their iconic brand marketing position and initiatives. Their sponsorship programming covers various properties, ambassadors, and segments, showcasing their diversity and market strength. 

We have an outstanding opportunity for an Account Manager to support sponsorship programs for our payment services client in the Latin American market. You will work alongside the Account Director as the day-to-day client lead, as well as have property management oversight and plan activation programs. This role will focus on managing and activating sponsorships across Soccer and Esports within Latin America — two of the brand’s fastest-growing passion platforms. You'll support client consulting services, activation concept development, implementation, and program measurement.

WHAT YOU’LL DO 

• This person will nurture and cultivate relationships with current clients 
• Support the development of bespoke sponsorships presentations to educate/advise the region & maximize partnership value and activation 
• Lead the planning, management, and execution of sponsorship activations across Soccer and Esports. 
• Be a forward thinker; anticipating industry trends, compiling brilliant insights and research, and providing competitive analysis/point of views 
• Cultivate & manage relationships with outside vendors and properties 
• Produce written communications for clients, including event reports, case studies, competitive reports, etc. 
• Master property guidelines and sponsorship assets to advise the Latin American marketing clients 
• Support strategy development and client recommendations aligned with business objectives 
• Manage on-site logistics, including event staffing, talent appearances, creative asset delivery, and post-event recaps 
• Oversee budget tracking, invoicing, and vendor coordination 

THE BIGGER TEAM YOU’LL JOIN 

Where others see complexity, we see possibility.  

Octagon is the global sports, entertainment and experiential marketing arm of the Interpublic Group. But if that classification doesn’t do it for you, and it shouldn’t, let’s take it a step further. 

We are what we believe. And we believe that while the world of sports and entertainment is full of opportunities and possibilities, sometimes the amount of choice can seem a little overwhelming. Even daunting. 

That’s where we come into play! 

At Octagon, we inspire brands, talent, and our people to see the world for all its potential. We then help break down the complexity and push forward so you can make your next right move. 

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR 

• Have a passion for and expertise in sports, music, entertainment and are eager to stay up to date with developments in each industry 
• 3-5 years in a traditional sponsorship marketing role; agency experience preferred 
• Bilingual and can speak, read, and write in Spanish and English 
• Understand the cultural nuances of the Latin American region and apply that knowledge to advise clients accordingly 
• Proven experience managing sports, entertainment, or gaming partnerships, ideally Soccer or Esports, with a strong understanding of the soccer landscape across Latin America 
• Have a strong understanding of sports & entertainment passion territories, especially as it relates to Latin America, including knowledge of sponsorship dynamics and key stakeholders within LAC soccer markets 
• A natural communicator, both verbally and in writing 
• Organization skills and attention to detail, including the ability to prioritize multiple projects simultaneously, are outstanding 
• Not sure we have to say it, but we will - computer proficiency, including MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint are important 
• Someone who loves working in sponsorship since it requires you to travel, work weekends, and untraditional hours (approximately 30% travel) 

The base range for this position is $60,000 – $65,000. Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position; market considerations; budgetary considerations; tenure and standing with the company (applicable to current employees); as well as the employee’s/applicant’s background, pertinent experience, and qualifications.