Partnerships Manager, NSE

at  Benchmark Sport

Reports to: Business Director
Location: Hybrid: Central London office with option to work remotely 2 days per week
Position type: Full time
Salary: Competitive salary based on experience
Overview
NSE (National Student Esports) has grown rapidly since its inception in 2018 and is now the largest grassroots gaming community in the UK. Across everything, we take a student-first approach to ensure we always add value to the community. We elevate students university esports experience, helping them now and in their future careers. We use our knowledge to help academic institutions, games publishers, and sponsors support the student community.
Role Summary
As the Partnership Manager, you will be a primary point of contact between NSE and our sponsors and publisher partners, fostering strong and collaborative relationships. This role requires a proactive and organised individual with excellent communication skills, a knack for project management, and a passion for esports and gaming .
The successful candidate will help deliver activations and general partnership management for our brand partners such as Intel, Monster Energy, Pringles, UNiDAYS, Scan, and iiyama. In addition, working with games publishers such as Nintendo, Riot, Ubisoft, and Hoyoverse will be another area of focus and project delivery. Plus, the Partnership Manager will be involved in business development, creating new assets and campaign ideas for existing and new sponsors.
You will play a crucial part in driving the success of NSEs partnerships, ensuring the success of partner goals while enhancing the NSE communitys student experience. The successful candidate will be at the heart of the UK esports scene and have the opportunity to work with some of the biggest brands and publishers active in the esports and gaming market.

Key Responsibilities

• Main point of contact for multiple partners and leading partner meetings
• Take ownership of partner projects and activations, oversee their management and delivery with the support of other NSE team members
• Ensure and oversee partner integration into NSE products, communications, and platforms
• Collaborate with other members of NSE staff, contractors and other external third parties to ideate and deliver partner activations
• Prepare and present seasonal partner reports, project reports, and renewal decks
• Contribute to the identification and development of new business leads

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Experience working in a similar role for an agency, rights holder, brand, (or other relevant organisation)
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships with partners and stakeholders
• Proven experience in managing projects from conception through to delivery, both online and in-person
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple short and long-term projects and deadlines effectively
• Account management experience, comfortable running programmes and projects, managing budgets, and meetings with internal and external parties
• Ability to analyse partnership performance and prepare detailed reports and presentations backed up by data and metrics
• Develop creative and innovative ideas for activations and engagements
• Strong team player with the ability to work collaboratively
• Proactive and enthusiastic with an eagerness to get stuck in
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to prepare documents (reports, decks) to a professional standard

• A love for games and esportsRight to work in the UK

What youll get

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Supportive and collaborative work environment in our London office in Holborn
• Opportunities to attend esports and gaming events in the UK and occasionally internationally
• Lunchtime gaming with the rest of the NSE team
• 22 days holiday plus the week off between Christmas Day and New Years Day
• Birthday donation to the charity of your choice
• Annual professional development stipend
• Unlimited access to MoreHappi, a virtual coaching platform
• 2 Wellness days per year
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Private health insurance plus cash plan
• Bike 2 Work scheme
• Pension contributions
• NSE is part of Benchmark a group company of four businesses and one charitable foundation that is B-Corp accredited and recently voted in The Sunday Times Best Places To Work, through Benchmark you will have a range of additional opportunities such as
• Training and development, with course such as public speaking, line manager training, mental health first aid training
• Social occasions and team away days with the wider Benchmark businesses, including the annual Benchmark hike
• The chance to work on something completely different for a day and support other businesses on large event delivery

What its like to work with us
Were a small close-knit team with a variety of backgrounds and experiences that helps us deliver the best experience for the students, partners, publishers, and all stakeholders. We are also supportive of each other, helping each member of the team succeed in their role, and in their personal and professional development.
NSE strives to develop sustainable investment into esports initiatives and facilities. We deliver a combination of online tournaments, community engagement, and live physical events where every member of the team gets involved. We also believe in the power of esports and gaming to help students develop soft and technical skills, helping them now and in their future careers in any sector. As a business, NSE is constantly evolving, we are always open to new ideas and looking to improve creating a positive environment where each person can affect genuine change.
NSE has a lively, full time team based in London, with other colleagues working more remotely - all supported by a network of amazing students, contractors, and agencies. The London office also houses the other other businesses in the Benchmark company portfolio, meaning there is a vibrant professional and supportive network around us.
We value diversity and strive to foster a working environment that is inclusive, supportive and ensures that everyone is heard and valued for their contributions. We know that a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace is one that is competitive and resilient. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures, and experiences.
About NSE
NSE (National Student Esports) operates the British University Esports Championship powered by Intel, the official esports competition of British universities. In the 22/23 academic year, the competition saw over 2,200 teams from 113 universities compete across a number of esports titles.
As the official body of university esports in the UK - through our partnership with British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS), NSE has established itself as a key figure in the UK esports industry with the most active grassroots gaming community in the country.
NSE works with major publishers including Nintendo, Riot Games, and Ubisoft and has long-term successful partnerships with Intel, Monster Energy, Pringles, Scan Computers, UNiDAYS and iiyama.
Learn more about NSE: www.nse.gg
About Benchmark
NSE is part of Benchmark, an accelerator platform that invests in and creates purpose-driven businesses, Our mission is to build businesses that inspire and support communities, networks, organisations and people to connect with each other and society for the greater good we do this through creative organic growth, unlikely collaborations, strategic acquisition & a start up mentality.
Based in London & NYC the portfolio cuts across sport, social impact, health & wellness and esports.
Benchmark provides strategic support, finance and HR support to the businesses who benefit from a diverse talent and leadership pool across the various entities.
Learn more about Benchmarks group: www.wearebenchmark.com
To apply:
Please upload a copy of your CV and a Cover Letter setting out your skills and experience that make you the right fit for this role.
Application requirements: Please submit a resume and cover letter via the application portal by Thursday 20th June.

• Main point of contact for multiple partners and leading partner meetings
• Take ownership of partner projects and activations, oversee their management and delivery with the support of other NSE team members
• Ensure and oversee partner integration into NSE products, communications, and platforms
• Collaborate with other members of NSE staff, contractors and other external third parties to ideate and deliver partner activations
• Prepare and present seasonal partner reports, project reports, and renewal decks
• Contribute to the identification and development of new business lead