Position: Associate, Partnership Solutions (Part-Time)

Department: Partnership Solutions – Corporate Partnerships

Reports to: Director, Partnership Strategy

Position Summary:

The Associate, Partnership Solutions will play an integral role in supporting Partnerships’ revenue strategy, tracking, measurement, and execution. As a supporting lead on data, primary responsibilities include monitoring, reporting, and optimizing current Partner campaigns across channels and conducting research to support the Partnership Sales and Marketing team’s efforts.

The ideal candidate is a highly motivated self-starter who is eager to learn and assist in pivotal projects along with the ability to analyze numbers and interpret what they mean to proactively solve problems. This role is best suited for a both creative & analytical mind with initial experience and interest in brand partnerships, marketing, digital media, and analytics.This part-time role will primarily be based at the 4th Street office and average 28 hours per week. Responsibilities include assisting the Director of Partnership Strategy with in-office projects and supporting all home games and events scheduled throughout the semester.

Please note this position is allotted for the 2027 MLS Sprint Season, which runs from February through April. However, there may be an opportunity for continued employment during the 2027–2028 season based on organizational needs and individual performance.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide support to the Partnership Solutions team, including producing recaps and proposals, data reporting, and tracking asset performance.
• Support the brainstorming process by creating agendas and tracking asset ideas for review
• Assist in managing CRM (Salesforce) and other databases and platforms as assigned
• Create compelling memos and case studies to share with cross-functional departments and external stakeholders.
• Assist in managing central dashboards that monitor asset tracking and performance
• Organize and share campaign insights and recommendations internally that align with industry trends and optimize ROI.
• Provide support in maintaining and updating sales materials as needed
• Aid with game day preparation and execution of activations
• Always represent FC Cincinnati and its related affiliates and venues in a professional manner
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

What You’ll Bring

• Willingness to complete responsibilities while providing unparalleled customer service
• Friendly, energetic, and able to interact effectively with all types of people
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, ability to multi-task while prioritizing workload in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Maintains a high level of confidentiality and professionalism
• Curious and collaborative, with a willingness to ask questions and contribute ideas
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently and self-motivate

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor's degree (completed or in progress) in Sports Management, Marketing, Business, Analytics, or a related field.
• There are physical requirements to this position including sitting, walking, standing, lifting up to 20 lbs.
• Ability to work outside of regular business hours including but not limited to weekends and holidays as required by the FCC game schedule, special events, and projects.

Why You’ll Love FCC

• FCC welcome gifts
• Resume and profile reviews
• Tour of TQL Stadium and MHTC
• Community volunteer opportunities
• Discount off team store merchandise
• Job shadow opportunities
• Paid hourly and/or college credit opportunities

About FCC

Founded in 2015, FC Cincinnati is a Major League Soccer team based in Cincinnati, Ohio. After achieving significant growth and success in the United Soccer League, the team joined MLS in 2019. FCC won the 2023 Supporters’ Shield – the annual award given to the team with the most points in the regular season – and clinched a spot in the 2023 MLS Playoffs for the second straight year. With a diverse ownership group with strong ties to Cincinnati, the club strives to unite the community both on and off the pitch through FCC Foundation, and its dedication to improving the lives of children through soccer and those in the West End Community . FC Cincinnati are committed to ongoing growth and recognizing the vital importance of company culture. The club’s DNA code, created by the staff for the staff, is actively implemented every day. FCC have been recognized locally and nationally as one of Sports Business Journal’s Best Places to Work in Sports 2023, named to the Honor List as one of “75 Great Sports Companies to Call Home.”; on the Business Courier’s Fast 55 as one of Greater Cincinnati’s fastest growing private companies; and named to The Enquirer’s Top Workplaces 2024.

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FC Cincinnati is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.