Brand Manager (Freelancer, 12 Month) at Federation International de Football Association FIFA
Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Brand Management, Analytical Skills, Decision Making, Creativity, Organizational Skills, Project Management, Communication Skills, Entrepreneurial Spirit, Flexibility, Self-Motivation, Strategic Planning, Go-To-Market Plans, Football Experience, Fluency in English, Proficiency in Other Languages

Industry

Spectator Sports

Description
Brand Manager (Freelancer, 12 Month) Department: Partnerships & Media Employment Type: Freelance Location: Zurich Description As the organiser of some of the biggest and most iconic sport events in the world, we lead the way in the sport and event industry. Join the team as a freelancer and support us on our mission. The Freelance Brand Manager (focussed on Women's Football) contributes to shaping and executing a sustainable and profitable plan for FIFA’s tournament brands, aligned with the overarching FIFA Brand Strategy and designed to support the organisation’s global vision and strategic objectives, under the leadership of the Head of the Global Head of Brand. THE POSITION These are your key tasks: TOURNAMENT BRAND MANAGEMENT Drive and support the strategic and project management of brand development. Support the strategic development of integrated brand positioning and tournament narratives, ensuring each competition reflects FIFA’s global vision while resonating with diverse audiences and markets. Partners closely with internal stakeholders, and local organising partners to create distinctive brand platforms that are insight-driven, future-focused, and aligned with FIFA’s overarching identity system. Develop the tournament brand strategy and full suite in close collaboration with tournament project teams and local organizing/hosting stakeholders. Ownership over process and timelines, from brief to execution. o Ownership over communication within the Brand and Marketing department and outside _ for all Brand Tournament related matters. Ensures adequacy and brand consistency of any brand development in a FIFA portfolio overarching wider vision. Translates brand strategy into compelling brand architecture and direction, overseeing the articulation of themes and storytelling frameworks that drive consistency and emotional impact across all activation channels. Ensures all deliverables are within scopes budget. Safeguards and evolves FIFA’s brand equity across internal and external partners, ensuring strategic alignment, creative integrity, and cross-functional execution excellence throughout the brand lifecycle. Manages the delivery of brand tournament related assets (including marks, look & feel, mascots, trophies …), printed/digital materials, and brand manuals to the highest standards of quality and consistency. Important : Partners with the internal creative studio and external agencies to develop the assets (this role is NOT a creative role). YOUR PROFILE We work hard at FIFA. We are dedicated, ambitious and innovative. And we respect our values. Always. For all roles, we seek talented people with an entrepreneurial spirit and a global mindset. The specific competencies we require for this position are: Mandatory previous experience in similar Brand Marketing role. Strong understanding of Brand Management framework and KPIs. Business driven with strong analytical skills Goal oriented and result-driven, strong decision making skills Has a sense of creativity and aesthetic sensitivity Well-structured and great organizational skills Ability to manage multiple projects in cross-functional collaboration Strong written and verbal skills, able to present strategy and concept to partners and management Entrepreneurial spirt with innovative mind-set Flexibility Self-Motivation Experience in a global brand marketing function, preferred FMCG, Entertainment or sports Proven experience leading brand development and strategic planning process Demonstrated experience in leading go-to-market /360 launch plans Football experience a strong plus Fluent in English Proficiency in any other FIFA language (F / ES / GER) is an asset Ability to travel as required (20%)

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Responsibilities
The Freelance Brand Manager will drive the strategic and project management of brand development for FIFA’s tournament brands, ensuring alignment with FIFA’s global vision. This role involves collaborating with internal stakeholders and local organizing partners to create distinctive brand platforms and manage the delivery of brand-related assets.
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