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Head of Sponsorship - ITP Sport

ITP Media Group
Dubai, UAE
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2 days ago
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About Spartan Race

Spartan is the global leader in obstacle course racing and endurance sports, built on a

mission to push people beyond their limits and help them achieve more in all areas of life.

With events held in over 30 countries, Spartan is more than a race – it’s a lifestyle and a

community.

Role Overview

We are looking for a highly motivated, hands-on Head of Sponsorships to lead and execute

all sponsorship initiatives across our Spartan Race events in.

You will drive strategy, pitch to

brands, close deals, and manage all post-sale delivery and reporting.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, has a strong

commercial mindset, and is confident operating independently from lead generation to

execution.

Key Responsibilities

  • Identify and develop new sponsorship opportunities across Spartan Race events and
  • brand touchpoints
  • Create compelling sponsorship decks and tailored proposals for potential partners
  • Own the full sales cycle – from prospecting and outreach to negotiation and closing
  • Manage relationships with existing sponsors, ensuring contract fulfillment and
  • activation excellence
  • Collaborate closely with marketing, operations, and content teams to integrate sponsors
  • authentically into the Spartan experience
  • Deliver regular reporting and ROI analysis to partners and internal stakeholders
  • Act as the key point of contact for all sponsorship-related queries pre-, during, and post-
  • event
  • Attend Spartan Race events to oversee and support sponsor activations on the ground
  • Stay up-to-date with market trends and competitor activity in the sports and events
  • sponsorship landscape

What We'Re Looking For

  • 5+ years of experience in sponsorship sales or partnerships, preferably within sports,
  • events, media, or lifestyle brands
  • Strong network of brand and agency contacts across relevant categories (FMCG, fitness, wellness, tech, automotive, etc.)
  • Proven track record of closing high-value deals and delivering sponsor ROI
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
  • Highly organised and self-sufficient – capable of driving results independently
  • Passion for fitness, endurance sports, and the Spartan brand ethos is a plus
  • Willingness to travel to events as needed

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