Director of Corporate Partnerships

Company: Boston Legacy FC
Location: Boston
Posted on: June 1, 2025

Job Description:

About Boston Legacy FC

Boston Legacy FC (the "Club") is Boston's new professional women's soccer team, set to begin play in the National Women's Soccer League in 2026. We are dedicated to building a championship-caliber organization on and off the pitch. We are passionate about advancing women's sports, investing in our local community, and redefining the future of professional soccer. As a startup club with a big vision, we're building from the ground up-and looking for entrepreneurial team members who want to be part of something extraordinary.Location: Boston, MA - Reports to: Chief Revenue Officer - Hybrid (3-4 days in office)The RoleBoston Legacy FC is seeking a dynamic and experienced sales professional who will develop the club's founding partnerships. The role will create innovative sponsorships that deliver value to partners while supporting the club's growth during our crucial launch phase. The ideal candidate will have a track record of success in partnership sales, strong brand and agency relationships,, and a passion for women's sports.Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive partnership strategy that aligns with BLFC's commercial goals
• Lead presentations and negotiations with regional, national, and global brands, articulating the unique value proposition of aligning with BLFC
• Design innovative activation platforms that integrate partners into matchday experiences, digital content, and fan engagement activities
• Collaborate with the marketing and community engagement teams to develop customized community platforms that support BLFC's community goals
• Collaborate with the activation team to execute and fulfill all partnership deliverables
• Establish the systems and processes to grow and scale the club's new business operationsQualifications
  • 7+ years of experience specifically in sports marketing partnerships, with a proven track record of securing major sponsorships
  • Demonstrated success developing and selling integrated sports marketing programs to national and regional brands
  • Deep understanding of the sponsorship marketplace, particularly in women's sports
  • Established network of brand marketing decision-makers and agency relationships
  • Experience with partnership asset valuation, activation, and measurement
  • Strong presentation and storytelling skills with the ability to connect brand objectives to club assets
  • Data-driven approach to demonstrating partnership ROI and measuring success
  • Background in launching new sports properties or taking existing properties to market preferred
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to work independently in a start-up environmentWhy Join Us? You'll be part of a founding team creating a legacy-literally. Boston Legacy FC is more than a soccer club; it's a movement. We offer a unique opportunity to shape the future of a professional sports organization in one of the most passionate sports markets in the world.Equal Employment Opportunity Statement - Boston Legacy FCBoston Legacy FC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where all individuals are respected, valued, and empowered.We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, religion, age, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, citizenship status, or any other legally protected characteristic.Boston Legacy FC is dedicated to fostering a workplace that reflects the vibrant and diverse community we serve-on and off the pitch.If you require a reasonable accommodation during any part of the hiring process, please let us know. We're happy to support you.
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