Partnerships Intelligence Manager

Our Story

Founded in 2013, City Football Group (CFG) is the world’s leading private owner and operator of football clubs, with total or partial ownership of thirteen clubs worldwide. We also invest in football-related businesses and provide a global commercial platform for our partners. Our mission is simple yet impactful: to empower better lives through football, locally and globally, in line with what “City” football has represented for over a century.

Our Winning Team

At CFG, we’re proud of the positive economic, social, and environmental impact our clubs create within their communities. Through our operations and innovative programs, we aim to drive meaningful, lasting change.

The Opportunity

We’re looking for a Partnerships Intelligence Manager to lead the delivery of consumer research, enhance partner relationships, and contribute to strategic decision-making. This is a unique opportunity to manage impactful projects, influence high-level outcomes, and mentor a direct report as you develop our Partnerships Impact Research function.

If you’re a confident communicator, skilled in market research and data analysis, and ready to take the next step in management, this could be the perfect role for you.

What You’ll Do

• Manage and develop a Partnerships Intelligence Executive, fostering growth and ensuring the team delivers outstanding results.

• Plan, analyse, and present consumer research that highlights the value of partnerships, showcasing ROI and driving decision-making.

• Take charge of long-term workstreams and deliver complex projects with minimal supervision, reporting directly to the Head of Partnerships Intelligence.

• Work closely with external research agencies and internal teams to deliver on the needs of our partnerships department.

• Represent the Partnerships Intelligence team in external pitches and presentations, effectively communicating insights to partners and prospects.

• Support broader internal projects that influence strategic planning and the future of the partnerships department.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience managing and developing junior team members.

• Demonstrable ability to design, analyse, and present market research.

• Confidence in analysing large datasets and building persuasive commercial arguments.

• Excellent presentation skills, engaging senior stakeholders with insights and opinions.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.

• Solid understanding of the commercial football/sports/entertainment landscape.

Bonus Points If You Have

• Familiarity with tools such as Qualtrics and Power BI.

What to Expect from Our Interview Process

• Introductory Call: Connect with our Talent team to discuss this exciting opportunity, learn more about City Football Group, our inclusive culture, and the benefits we offer.

• Video Interview: Speak with your potential future manager about your experience and answer competency-based questions.

• Onsite Interview: Meet your potential manager and team members at our London Office to further explore our culture and the role.

Inclusive Workplace

City Football Group is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

If you require any disability-related adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know in your application.

We promote equal opportunities in employment, ensuring all candidates are considered based on their skills and experience. During the screening process, we carefully review all applications and will contact you if you are selected for an interview.

Employment is subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK. As part of our safeguarding promise, all UK-based CFG roles require a DBS check upon starting employment. The level of the check (basic, standard, or enhanced) will depend on the role and its responsibilities.