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Commercial Partnerships Manager: British Universities & Colleges Sport (BUCS)
British Universities & Colleges Sport (BUCS)
British Universities & Colleges Sport is the governing body for higher education sport in the United Kingdom.
Job Posted- 13 Nov 2025
Status- Full Time
Location- England
- Scotland
Closing date- 27 Nov 2025
Main Purpose(s)
The Commercial Partnerships Manager is responsible for generating commercial revenue through retention and successful management of BUCS’ Commercial partners.
They will also support the Director of Marketing and Commercial to generate new commercial opportunities through both partnerships and other income generating streams – including corporate and sporting events.
They will work closely with the Engagement, Events and Competition teams to maximise BUCS’ commercial potential and deliver exceptional experiences for our members and participants.
Reflecting BUCS’ values of being Inclusive, Innovative, Respectful and Dynamic, the Commercial Partnerships Manager will also line manage the Commercial Partnerships Administrator, while leading on the day-to-day activation for BUCS’ partnership portfolio.
Main duties and responsibilities
- Manage commercial partner contracts, activations, and reporting
- Manage day-to-day communications with existing commercial partners
- Build and develop relationships with existing and new commercial partners
- Lead business development in specific areas, working with partners to create innovative solutions to fulfil customer and commercial needs
- Support the Director of Marketing and Commercial to devise and secure new commercial partnerships
- Develop new commercial assets to enhance services and deliver new revenue streams
- Work with internal staff and teams to integrate commercial activity across the organisation
- Facilitate analysis of digital activity and campaigns related to commercial activations, to support the business to make data-driven decisions and provide insight to partners
- Work with the Engagement Team to protect BUCS’ commercial rights and brand
- Support the delivery of the Commercial and Engagement strategies
- Line manage the Commercial team
How to Apply
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