Account Manager – Formula 1

Influence is a global sports agency with a proven track record of harnessing the power of sport to elevate the world’s leading brands, teams and rights holders. Specialising in premium and high-tech sports, our work connects fans and brands with the magic of sport. Based in London with offices in New York, Riyadh and Singapore we offer strategic consultancy, commercial sales, partnership activation, PR & communications, social media management and content creation. The team has a wealth of experience and long-standing relationships in motorsport, sailing, tennis and golf.

For more information visit: www.influencesports.com.

The Role

Influence is looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking and proactive Account Manager to support the business with global clients across Formula 1 and motorsport. You will be working across partnership activations, hospitality and PR & communications. The role has a great balance of working solo and within a supportive team, and given the breadth of the position would allow the candidate to understand all aspects of sports marketing and activation partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Manage our premium Formula 1 accounts – serving as our clients’ day-to-day contact, sharing regular updates (meeting notes, agendas, etc.) and ensuring the agency anticipates and meets their every need
• Lead key projects from inception to conclusion, delivering on time, whilst managing multiple tasks and supporting junior team members
• Coordinate experiential hospitality and on-event guest programmes within a client-facing role – managing all elements, including timelines, logistics, photography, schedules and reports
• Work closely with clients, becoming an extension of their in-house team, as well as working collaboratively with key stakeholders and suppliers in the motorsport ecosystems to create seamless activations
• Coordinate PR activity for key clients, from the communications strategy to pitching in story ideas and creating high-quality written content, such as briefing documents, invitations, press materials and pitch presentations
• Support with finance and budgeting, including managing suppliers and expenses
• Identify new business opportunities for the agency within the sporting landscape
• Represent the agency and clients professionally at events around the world including Formula 1 races
• Support Account Directors to deliver above and beyond for the clients.

• Passionate about sport – particularly Formula 1 and motorsport
• Experience working at Formula 1 and/or at a leading global sporting series
• Ability to proactively and calmly handle challenges, resolving unforeseen challenges quickly
• Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment under pressure
• Strong organisation skills and able to meet deadlines
• Conscientious and proactive with a good understanding of the sporting landscape
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively within a team
• Willingness to travel, with flexibility in working hours to accommodate varying schedules and client needs
• Valid driving license and passport
• Strong written and verbal English skills; additional languages are beneficial

• 28 days holiday
• Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Gym Contribution
• Health Cash Back Scheme
• Employee Assistance Helpline
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Eye Care Vouchers
• Online Training
• Our Room to Grow career development programme.

Influence is part of Mongoose Group, a global collective of sports, lifestyle and entertainment agencies. Delivering specialist expertise for both brands and rights holders across Social, Communications, Sponsorship, Commercial and Experiential. www.mongooseagencygroup.com

Influence is a part of The MISSION Group Plc. The Brand Performance Group – a collective of digital marketing and communications Agencies employing over 1,000 people across 29 locations and 3 continents. www.themission.co.uk