Football Sports Marketing Placement (Undergraduate)

at  New Balance

WHO WE ARE:

Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today.

JOB MISSION

New Balance are offering a 1 year paid undergraduate placement to an undergraduate student, currently in their penultimate year of study, with a desire to follow a career in Sports Marketing. The role will support the Sports Marketing team in their work to manage and service global football teams and players.
Training and support will be given and you will gain a broad knowledge of a Global Football Marketing department.
This placement opportunity will start on Monday 16th June 2025 and will be based in our Head Office (Warrington) full time.
Please note this role differs from the Football Brand Marketing placement. Please read both internship job descriptions before applying.
DEADLINE TO APPLY: 2nd February 2025

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Assistance with all player and club servicing requests (personal, family, friends, charitable). Using NBs Aurora system and in office UPS account to ensure quick turnaround of product for our players and clubs. Providing up to date tracking and delivery information to the SM Team.
• Management of bespoke player packaging for key athlete moments.
• Creation and ownership of key energy moments calendar (on pitch and off pitch). Working with Sports Marketing team to ensure no misses.
• Office management to ensure the three sports marketing stock areas remain tidy and structured. (Inline product area, athletes’ boots area, collaborations area).
• Stock management of all previous seasonal product (decide which player/club initiative serves best to utilise stock. Both in office and warehouse).
• Keep track of all NB players social media activity and then share/present monthly.
• Provide recommendations for players future social posts.
• Support the SM team in preparation and delivery of photoshoots.
• Support SM team with urgent club/ player needs and requests.
• Support SM team with the sports marketing one drive and intel databases.
• Providing recommendations on how to push our players into different arenas (music, fashion, E-sports etc).

REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS

• Currently studying for a degree in Marketing / Business / sport related subjects.
• Must be able to provide right to work in the UK
• Strong passion for football and the football industry with proven interest in the sport
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities, adaptability and a proactive approach to tackling challenges
• Ability to work within a fast-paced team and also complete tasks individually when required.
• Experience in and strong interest in using social media platforms including Facebook, X, Instagram, Tik Tok, Snapchat and YouTube.
• Strong initiative with desire to take on new projects.
• Interest in following in trends in football, sport and lifestyle marketing.
• Willingness to travel (within UK).

Please refer the Job description for details