Manager, Partnership Activation & Service

Indy Eleven is a prominent professional soccer team based in Indianapolis, Indiana. As a key member of the United Soccer League Championship, the organization holds the distinction of being the highest level of professional soccer within the state. Led by an experienced and respected executive team including Greg Stremlaw, Indy Eleven operates under the ownership of Ersal Ozdemir as part of the broader Indy Sports & Entertainment group. With a vibrant presence in the community and a commitment to excellence in sports management, Indy Eleven is steadily advancing its vision through strategic initiatives such as the ambitious Eleven Park development — a new soccer-specific stadium and mixed-use facility planned for downtown Indianapolis. Established as a forward-thinking and community-centered sports franchise, Indy Eleven also prides itself on growing the game at the grassroots level. The club currently supports a comprehensive youth development program that begins with recreational soccer and progresses through various elite pathways including USL Academy, USL Academy League, MLS Next, and ECNL. This approach ensures a strong foundation for nurturing future professional soccer talent within the Hoosier state. The role available within this dynamic organization is the Manager, Partnership Activation & Service, situated within the Corporate Partnerships Department at the Indy Eleven Offices in Indianapolis. This is a full-time position requiring a committed and organized individual with a proven background in account management and partnership activation, ideally within sports sponsorship or a related industry. Candidates should bring a minimum of 2-3 years of relevant professional experience to the table. As the Manager, Partnership Activation & Service, you will play a vital role in developing innovative and customized materials that elevate sales opportunities and partnership engagements. This includes designing sales presentations, creating client communication templates, and producing high-quality mockups of partnership assets using tools such as Adobe Photoshop. The role requires a keen ability to analyze market research data and third-party metrics to produce insightful reports that support sales efforts and partner relations. This position serves as a bridge between corporate partners and internal departments such as Broadcast, In-Game Entertainment, Marketing, and Digital/Social teams, ensuring that partnership assets are delivered effectively and that opportunities for growth are maximized. Responsibilities extend to managing fulfillment of sponsorship elements — from stadium signage and advertising to broadcast, social media, and promotional activities — while maintaining proof of performance documentation. Additionally, the role involves assisting with the execution and management of hospitality services on game days, managing broadcast logs, supporting premium seating sales efforts, and coordinating special departmental events. The Manager will collaborate closely with internal teams and external vendors to guarantee the successful implementation of sponsor-related initiatives and projects. A high degree of creativity, organization, and communication skills is essential, along with the ability to adapt to fast-paced changes while maintaining attention to detail. Indy Eleven provides a supportive and inclusive work environment with a dedication to equal opportunity employment. This position offers a competitive base salary and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as paid time off and holidays. The role requires flexibility to work non-traditional hours including nights and weekends to support game day activities and special events, making it a dynamic opportunity for those passionate about sports partnership management and activation.

• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in account management or partnership activation
• BA/BS degree preferred
• proficiency in Microsoft Office
• ability to work non-traditional hours including nights and weekends
• excellent organizational and communication skills
• experience in sports sponsorship or related industry preferred
• familiarity with CRM software and Photoshop is a plus
• strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• ability to handle multiple projects and maintain flexibility