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Aston Villa announce Hisense as new official technology partner

sportingjobs.co.uk are delighted to confirm the successful placement of Hakan Barrena.

Sporting Group International specialises in recruitment, International market development and high value sales and marketing within the world of sport. Our work includes the delivery of grassroots corporate social responsibility programmes, the sale of stadium naming rights, shirt sponsorship, advertising space, official partnerships along with professional players management and endorsement deals. In India, we established our presence through the acquisition of Premium Sports International in 2016, an organisation involved with the development of football at the grass-root level teaching children from the age groups of 5 to 18. www.sportinggi.in. We only use the highest quality equipment and facilities. In addition, we run the longest duration youth league in Delhi.

Liverpool FC has today announced Falken Tyres as a Global Partner and Official Tyre partner of the Club

Sporting Group International have expanded their business with a continued sortie into the professional Indian football market. The Indian Super League, widely regarded as one of the fastest growing leagues in world football, boasts the fifth highest average attendance and now SGI have acquired the services of five top flight players, providing them with on and off field representation whilst aiding them in their all-round career development.

India plans to have six local supporting sponsors by the start of the tournament in four months time.

Manchester City Football Club has extended its partnership with QNET for a further three years.

Everton Football Club has signed an agreement with ICBC (London) plc and Industrial and Commercial Bank of China Limited, which will provide the Premier League club with a £60m 3-year credit facility.

Aston Villa Football Club has named online gambling operator Unibet as its principal partner in a deal which includes shirt sponsorship of the club’s men’s and women’s teams.

Project 11 is a market leader in sports advertising, working with the latest technologies and the biggest sporting leagues and events on the planet to give advertisers huge exposure to global audiences around the world to offer them new and innovative ways to connect (or reconnect) with their customers. We have the unique characteristic of being able to give our clients access to a multitude of sporting events including the most watched football leagues in the world EPL and LA to the biggest Boxing fights globally.

Nike will become Tottenham Hotspur Football Club’s official kit provider from the 2017-18 season as a multi-year agreement is unveiled

Football Players’ Association of India (FPAI) General Manager Cyrus Confectioner said that Indian players do not want to be part of the upcoming Indian Super League (ISL) player draft

Chinese mobile manufacturer Vivo on Tuesday retained the Indian Premier League’s title sponsorship for the next five years (2018-22) with a whopping £265 million bid, around 554% higher than the previous contract.

An opportunity has arisen for a Partnership Sales Executive to join the Champions of England, Chelsea Football Club's sponsorship team. The role will involve playing a key role in lead generation for the sponsorship sales process. This placement offers a unique opportunity to learn about the inner workings of a Premier League Football Club, the sports industry and an introduction to the sponsorship sales process.

Joshua Davis formerly of The British American Group has been hired as Commercial Sales Executive at Birmingham City Football Club to focus on new business and the continued development of their already thriving corporate hospitality Department. We would like to wish Joshua all the best for the future from all at sportingjobs.co.uk.

Administration support for the Commercial Director and The Sales Team, Manage the sales team through the introduction of a new CRM system and Support the sales team managing the administration process. Liaise with the sales and procurement teams generating client quotations and Support the Commercial Director and the Head of The Sales Team, project manage major commissions. Generate and distribute sales and marketing data through the generation of sales data and marketing information, support the sales team in growing existing clients’ turnover and secure new business, across all business sectors. Take a central role in a small sales team of 4 BDMs. Creative and consultative sales; our clients are looking for us to come up with the ideas and then communicate them professionally and creatively.The successful candidate will be involved in the product development process with the sales and procurement teams. A knowledge and understanding of the luxury goods industry will be necessary, along with learning the product ranges in silver, leather and crystal; and how these can be adapted to suit a client’s brief. A knowledge and understanding of sport and the sports industry is important Seek out new opportunities and the ability to interpret new trends in Sport and Luxury Goods.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen within this unique environment for a Commercial Sales Executive to join our Commercial Department. Based at St. Andrew's Stadium, Birmingham, we are looking for a highly motivated, target driven and determined individual who can demonstrate a proven track record of achieving high level, repeat and new business sales. This role requires tenacious, professional, and business focused individuals with a passion for sales and ideally a knowledge of football (although this is not essential).

The Customer Experience Manager will be working very closely with the Head of Operations and Events to deliver 26 outstanding and safe raceday experiences throughout the year, as well driving the customer experience for all Ascot produced events. Throughout the year, these include Luna Cinema, an outdoor theatre and will include the creation of brand new, large scale public events to be held on site all delivered to match a customer’s expectation of an event held at Ascot.

Sporting Group International are delighted to announce the recruitment of Steve Thomas

sportingjobs.co.uk are delighted to confirm the successful placement of Steve Nott-Macaire

Vision – ‘To be the best cricket business in the World’ An exciting opportunity has arisen due to continued growth of this famous cricketing brand. Over the last 6 months a centralised marketing function that crosses all 3 key areas of the business has been successfully implemented and there is now a requirement for further resource to support this growth. This role, reporting in to the Head of Marketing, will be responsible for delivering the comprehensive marketing strategy and plans across the C&E and hospitality business as well as supporting the main cricket projects. As this is a new position, there is a significant opportunity to make a difference and positively contribute to the results of the business.

Hull City Tigers are professional football club based in Hull, founded in 1904. The club participates in the Premier League, the top tier of English football – and their greatest achievement in cup competitions came in 2014, when the team reached the final of the FA Cup. In 2007–08 they achieved promotion to the top flight of English football for the first time in their history by winning the Championship play-off final at Wembley Stadium. Their highest league finish was for the 2013–14 season, in which they finished 16th in the Premier League table. The position of Sponsorship Sales Executive has become available and will be responsible for sourcing and closing new advertising and sponsorship deals for Hull City Tigers. The role will also be responsible for supporting all areas of sponsorship renewals and new sales efforts, assisting in commercial rights negotiations, activation possibilities and upsell opportunities.

Thomas Lyte is an exciting modern luxury brand specialising in exquisite leather accessories and silverware. Renowned as one of the world’s greatest trophy makers, we are experts in the design and creation of premium trophies, bespoke awards and medals. We also create bespoke pieces and are industry leaders in the corporate gifts sector. Working with prestigious clients all over the world, specialising in bespoke and luxury tailored gifting. The company also has a growing Retail presence through our own website and various other channels. We are looking for a bright, ambitious and flexible individual to join the purchasing and production team. The chosen individual will assist in sourcing silverware, leather wares, technology products and many more across the different areas of the business.

West Bromwich Albion - Chief Commercial Officer Hired

Sporting Group International is a leading sports agency with offices in the UK, China and India. The company specialises in recruitment, International market development and high value sales and marketing within the world of sport. Our work includes the delivery of grassroots corporate social responsibility programmes, the sale of stadium naming rights, shirt sponsorship, advertising space, official partnerships along with digital, social and content rights for the world’s top clubs, leagues, federations and associations. In India, we established our presence through the acquisition of Premier Sports International in 2016, an organisation involved with the development of football at the grass-root level teaching children from the age groups of 3 to the Under-19. This individual will be a contextual coach who has the passion and leadership abilities to continue the tradition of excellence that our programmes have enjoyed in recent years. We require a coach who is innovative and can envision, develop and implement cutting edge ideas. The Director of Coaching (DOC) is responsible for leading the daily technical operations and technical staff of all player and coach development programmes, competitions and leagues.

A fantastic and exciting opportunity has arisen for a Key Accounts Executive to work within our Commercial department based at St. Andrew’s Stadium. The role will assist the Advertising and Sponsorship Manager in managing and developing additional business from the Football Club’s key accounts, whilst also assisting with the successful acquisition of new key partners. The position requires the combined skills of account management with a proactive attitude towards sales. Excellent organisation and planning skills with good communication and an ability to identify and implement marketing opportunities are essential. The ability to work as part of a team but also use initiative and take responsibility for certain projects.

Thomas Lyte is an English luxury brand specialising in the manufacture and supply of exquisitely crafted silver and leather items. The brand was launched in 2007. We own one of the largest fine silver workshops in the UK which is responsible for making / restoring some of sport’s most iconic sporting trophies including The FA Cup, The RBS 6 Nations Trophy and The Davis Cup. Additionally we serve a number of Royal households including our own and were awarded a Royal Warrant as Goldsmiths and Silversmiths to HM The Queen in January 2015. Within the luxury corporate gifts market we are one of the industry leaders in the UK and dominate sectors such as sport and banking, due to our wealth of experience, service and the creative solutions we offer to our clients. Thomas Lyte also has a consumer focused fully transactional website and selected wholesale outlets including Selfridges. Key corporate competitors are Asprey, Links of London, Inkerman, Smythson, and Aspinal of London.

Premier Sports International is the Indian based international development arm of Sporting Group International a unique sports business services company with offices in UK, India and China. Premier Sports International was established in September 2013 with the objective to promote sport in India especially among youth between 3-19 years old. PSI is developing vocational training programmes among others in the field of Football, Rugby, Basketball, and Track and field. Currently most of our activities are focused on football. We have started a modest basketball programme. In addition, PSI also organises the Delhi Youth League in South Delhi.

West Bromwich Albion club is a well-established professional football club, playing in the English Premier League. The club was founded in 1878 and became a founder member of the Football League in 1888. The Club has a rich history, having won a clean sweep of the three major titles in the English game, winning the League Championship, five FA Cups and the League Cup, as well as becoming the first English team to win a game in the Soviet Union in 1957 and the first to visit China in 1978.

sportingjobs.co.uk is the UK recruitment arm of Sporting Group International a unique sports business services company with offices in UK, India and China. We work with a variety of prestigious sports, media and entertainment-related clients such as international federations, national governing bodies, global brands and sponsors, clubs, teams & venues, live events and productions, broadcasters and media owners and sports marketing agencies.

Sporting Group International secure UK tour of Shanghai SIPG FC Midlands based Sporting Group International (SGI) and Goal Global Group (GGG) of China have been appointed to manage the UK tour of Shanghai SIPG u19s over this Christmas period and into the New Year.

Sporting Group International has acquired 100% shares in Premier Sports International (trading as Youth Football International) with the deal being completed with Adrian Wright, CEO of SGI making the 8,400 miles round trip to Delhi to meet with the team at their new Indian offices to sign the contract.

Hull Tigers are a professional association football club based in Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire, England. It was founded in 1904. The club participates in the Premier League, the top tier of English football – and their greatest achievement in cup competitions came in 2014, when the team reached the final of the FA Cup.[2] In 2007–08 they achieved promotion to the top flight of English football for the first time in their history by winning the Championship play-off final at Wembley Stadium. Their highest league finish was for the 2013–14 season, in which they finished 16th in the Premier League table. The position of Commercial Manager is responsible to drive the commercial sales and matchday packages on a day to day basis. The role is responsible for achieving and exceeding all sales revenue targets through effective sales and marketing initiatives required to optimise revenues and maximise profits. The role is focused around exploring and engaging new business opportunities.

So what are they looking for? Someone who loves the chase and lives by the same rules as thier business - making life fast, simple and fun. You will be asked to spend your life immersed in the worlds of music, entertainment, sport and festivals building relationships with some of the UK's biggest promoters, venues, artist managers and record labels

Established in 1873, Gloucester Rugby Limited is one of the oldest Rugby clubs in the world. Situated in the West Country city of Gloucester, the club’s local importance extends well beyond the city: it is a focal point for over 60 amateur clubs in the Gloucestershire area. The Club is based at Kingsholm Stadium, which has a capacity of over 16,000 and was one of the host stadiums at the 2015 Rugby World Cup.

Sporting Group International CEO jets off to India to speak at the FICCI Goal 2016 event on "How to make money from football"

Lancashire County Cricket Club are currently recruiting for an experienced Ticketing professional to support the achievement of ticket sales and revenue targets, ensuring the best possible customer journey and service for LCCC Members and other customers in respect of all ticket and membership products and services at Emirates Old Trafford.

A chance to join the promoters of Britain’s largest indoor sport in the role of Commercial & Marketing Manager. The post holder will be tasked with strategic planning and delivery of integrated marketing solutions as well as delivering support for all existing sponsorship and events activity and taking inventory to market to attract new sponsors and partners. Applicants must have a track record of initiating ground breaking creative campaigns and thinking strategically in order to maximise returns.

Harlequins currently rank among the best Premiership rugby clubs in this country and Europe. The club is a founding member of the RFU and boasts more presidents than any other club as well as a healthy dose of international players. Success on the pitch demands even more success off it, so the club is strengthening its Operations staff and is currently recruiting for a Project Coordinator. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who wants to assist with the challenge of delivering the best and most efficient Stadium operations as well as helping to develop the Twickenham Stoop Stadium. The ideal candidate will have first class communication skills and a passion for rugby.

Under 19 Chinese Super League Team to be put through their paces in a exclusive UK tour of Birmingham, The Black Country and London

Industry leading hospitality and events company in the U.K are actively looking to acquire the services of a Business Development Manager in London to sell sponsorship and places at many of its prestigious own branded events. The position itself has been created due to the overwhelming success of the business, the successful candidate will work closely alongside the business owner to capitalise on this growing market and drive the business forward actively selling events from an illustrious portfolio of clients to include but not limited to promoting bespoke events in cricket, football, boxing, rugby and concerts.

Reporting to the Head of Hospitality and Events you will be tasked with attaining and exceeding sales targets through the active selling of seasonal hospitality, match to match hospitality and club events with account management duties. The position requires the combined skills of proactive sales, account management, excellent organisation, planning with good communication and an ability to identify and implement marketing opportunities are essential. Both new and existing customer contact will be required through cold calling and warm leads to ensure growth and development of these accounts that they are aware of all opportunities and events at The Hawthorns. On Match-days you will be required to work along side the existing Commercial Team to ensure the standards of service are the best that they can be and the delivery of the day is as smooth as possible.

West Bromwich Albion Football Club is a well established professional football club with a proud heritage and a leading brand. As a founder member of the Football League, the club has built on recent success and is looking forward to a further period of growth. They now seek to hire a dynamic and forward thinking Chief Commercial Officer to drive the club's commercial functions into a new era. Background The Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) is jointly responsible for the strategic direction, leadership and future development of West Bromwich Albion Football Club. Reporting in to the Chief Executive, the CCO has overarching responsibility for all commercial operations and revenue-generating activities. The exact scale and breadth of this responsibility will be dependent on the successful candidate’s direct and relevant career experience and qualifications, but will include some, or all, of the following: Sponsorship / Advertising / Digital / Broadcast / International Development / Ticketing / Hospitality / Licensing / Retail

Premier Sports International in Delhi are looking to recruit an Operations Director - this is a life changing opportunity!

Sporting Group International has secured the services of Adrian Wright, former sales and marketing director of West Bromwich Albion Football Club

Sporting Group International Website launches today

Sporting Group International hire Mark Dixon as Senior Sponsorship Manager

Sporting Group International hire Iain Wain as Chief Commercial Officer