Application Deadline: 20 July 2026
Department: New Business
Location: Silverstone
Description
We are looking for a commercially minded and proactive Partnership Development Executive to join our growing commercial team! This is an exciting opportunity to help identify, develop and progress new commercial partnership opportunities, playing a key role in growing our global sponsorship portfolio.
Working alongside experienced commercial professionals, you will support the full sponsorship sales lifecycle, from identifying prospective partners and developing compelling commercial propositions to supporting sales activity and industry events. This role offers excellent exposure to commercial strategy, rights development and sponsorship sales within a fast-paced Formula One environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and maintain a high-quality pipeline of prospective commercial partners through market research, networking, prospecting and industry intelligence.
- Research target organisations and identify new sponsorship opportunities aligned with the team's commercial strategy.
- Develop compelling sponsorship proposals, rights packages and sales presentations tailored to prospective partners.
- Utilise research platforms, CRM systems and AI-enabled tools to generate market insights, improve prospecting and maintain accurate opportunity tracking.
- Support Partnership Sales leads throughout the sales process, including preparing materials, coordinating meetings and managing prospect hospitality programmes.
- Assist with the planning, research and delivery of industry conferences, networking events and commercial activations to maximise lead generation.
- Monitor sponsorship trends, competitor activity and emerging industries to identify new commercial opportunities and revenue streams.
- Build strong relationships with internal departments to develop innovative partnership solutions that align with team objectives.
- Continuously develop knowledge of the global sports sponsorship landscape and contribute ideas to enhance commercial performance.
- Provide high-quality administrative and project support to ensure opportunities progress efficiently through the sales pipeline.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Previous experience in sales, business development, commercial partnerships or sponsorship.
- An interest in and understanding of the sports sponsorship market and the commercial partnership lifecycle.
- Excellent written communication skills with the ability to produce high-quality proposals and presentations.
- Strong organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Commercially curious, proactive and confident identifying new business opportunities.
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
- Comfortable using research tools, CRM platforms and AI-enabled technologies to support business development activities.
- Self-motivated, collaborative and solutions-focused, with a desire to learn and develop within a high-performance environment.
Benefits
Investing in your career is paramount. We promote professional and personal development through a provision of learning opportunities and work with you to shape your career and realise your full potential.
As part of our high-performing, collaborative team, you'll enjoy a competitive package, including a discretionary bonus scheme, private healthcare, pension plan, life assurance, TEDSgroup childcare benefits, a cycle-to-work scheme, tech scheme, and car scheme.
You will also have access to our state-of-the-art facilities at the AMR Technology Campus, featuring a new on-site gym with fitness, spin and yoga classes, a bistro café, and restaurant.
Aston Martin Aramco Formula One® Team is committed to making sure our selection methods are fair for all. If you would like to request that reasonable adjustments are made, please share this in your application when asked.
