We are looking for a Sponsorship Consultant to join our External affairs team on a 12 month fixed term contract basis. This role is paying from £49,995 to £63,832 along with a market leading benefits package.

Partnerships & Sponsorships Consultant

Here's what you'll be doing

We are seeking a dynamic Partnerships & Sponsorships Consultant to join E.ON UK on a 12 month fixed term contract. You will develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring seamless execution of sponsorship agreements. Key responsibilities include coordinating sponsorship asset activation, integrating these initiatives into broader marketing strategies, and assisting in the development and execution of our sponsorship strategy to enhance brand visibility and engagement.

You will also track and evaluate sponsorship performance, preparing reports for senior management and providing insights for future activities. Budget management, ensuring brand alignment, and compliance with agreements are essential aspects of the role. Additionally, you will bring new ideas and approaches to the team by staying updated on industry trends and best practices. Join us to play a crucial role in driving our sponsorship strategy and brand engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Stakeholder Management:
   • Develop and maintain strong, effective relationships with internal stakeholders across various departments (e.g., marketing, communications, sustainability, operations) to ensure alignment and collaboration on sponsorship activities.
   • Serve as a key point of contact for external stakeholders, including sponsorship partners, agencies, and vendors, to ensure seamless execution of sponsorship agreements.
2. Sponsorship Activation:
   • Coordinate and oversee the activation of sponsorship assets, ensuring that all activities are delivered on time, within budget, and to a high standard.
   • Work closely with internal teams to integrate sponsorship initiatives into broader marketing and communication strategies.
3. Strategy Development and Execution:
   • Assist in the development of E.ON UK's sponsorship strategy, identifying opportunities to enhance brand visibility and engagement through strategic partnerships.
   • Execute sponsorship plans, including planning events, promotions, and other activations that maximize the value of E.ON's sponsorship investments.
4. Performance Monitoring and Reporting:
   • Track and evaluate the performance of sponsorship activities, using key metrics to assess the impact and return on investment.
   • Prepare regular reports for senior management, providing insights and recommendations for future sponsorship activities.
5. Budget Management:
   • Manage appropriate sponsorship budgets, ensuring all activities are cost-effective and deliver maximum value.
6. Brand Alignment and Compliance:
   • Ensure all sponsorship activities are consistent with E.ON UK's brand values and guidelines.
   • Monitor compliance with all sponsorship agreements, addressing any issues or discrepancies that arise.
7. Innovation and Improvement:
   • Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in sponsorship and marketing, bringing new ideas and approaches to the team.
   • Continuously seek ways to improve sponsorship processes and outcomes.

What we need from you

• Project Management: Skilled in planning, organizing, and managing resources to bring about the successful completion of specific project goals.
• Communications planning and delivery in a sponsorship environment: Proven track record of delivery within a rights holder or brand-side environment
• Relationship Building: Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Strategic Thinking: Capability to contribute to the development and execution of long-term sponsorship strategies
• Problem Solving: Proactive in identifying issues and developing effective solutions.
• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all aspects of work

Here's what you need to know

Our market-leading benefits package includes 26 days holiday + bank holidays, a generous pension scheme, life cover, bonus and the chance to choose from 20 flexible benefits with tax and/or NI savings. In fact, our benefits package recently won the Personnel Today Reward, Recognition and Benefits Award 2022!

As the only energy company to feature in The Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers (our 2022/23 ranking is 15th) we've proven that we're committed to equal opportunities and actively promote a diverse and inclusive working environment, and fairness for everyone.

We realise the best people bring their energy at different times, so we're happy to talk flexible working and offer a range of flexible working options, including full time, part time and job share.

As a Disability Confident Employer we interview every disabled applicant who meet the minimum criteria for the role.

We've exciting opportunities for everyone to develop their talent at E.ON. Our open access, inclusive talent networks provide networking, learning and development for all, building your skills, qualifications, and capabilities throughout your career.

At a glance

Reference no.: 233328 Closing date: 03/01/2025 Salary: £49,995 to £63,832

Get in touch

If you would like more information, please get in touch with Ailsa MacQuillin on ailsa.whaley@eon-uk.com

About us

E.ON is a privately owned international energy company. Our 75,000 colleagues in 15 countries work daily towards the improvement of technical innovations and user-friendly customer solutions for the new energy world. We are the first large energy company to focus more heavily upon the energy of the future through our three business areas of energy networks, renewable energies and customer solutions.

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