Job Description

Job Title:

Sponsorship Manager

Location:

Mumbai, Maharashtra

Experience:

2-5 Years

Job Type:

Full-time
Notice Period: 30 Days

Outstation Candidates Not Allowed

Job Overview

We are looking for a dynamic and results-driven

Sponsorship Manager

to lead sponsorship acquisition, partnership development, and revenue generation initiatives. The ideal candidate will be responsible for identifying potential sponsors, negotiating commercial agreements, and managing long-term sponsor relationships to ensure maximum value for both parties.

Key Responsibilities

Identify, research, and approach potential sponsors aligned with business objectives Develop customized sponsorship proposals and partnership packages Pitch sponsorship opportunities to brands and decision-makers Negotiate commercial terms and close sponsorship deals Manage end-to-end sponsor relationships, from onboarding to fulfillment Coordinate with internal marketing, events, and operations teams to deliver sponsorship commitments Track sponsorship performance, ROI, and prepare post-campaign reports Maintain accurate records of sponsorship leads and deals using CRM tools Stay updated on market trends, competitor activity, and sponsorship best practices

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field 2-5 years of experience in sponsorship sales, partnerships, business development, or alliance management Proven ability to negotiate and close commercial deals Strong presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills Ability to manage multiple sponsors and projects simultaneously Proficiency in MS Office / Google Workspace; CRM experience is a plus

Preferred Skills

Experience working with startups, events, or digital platforms Understanding of branding, marketing, and partnership strategies Target-driven mindset with strong relationship-building skills

What We Offer

Competitive fixed salary + incentives Exposure to high-value brand partnerships Growth-oriented and collaborative work environment Fast-track career progression for high performers
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ?1,200,000.00 - ?1,600,000.00 per year

Application Question(s):

Strong sponsor acquiring and managing profile Mandatory (Skills 1): Must have experience in identifying & acquiring sponsors Mandatory (Skills 2): Must have experience creating sponsorship decks, proposals, and pitching Mandatory (Skills 3): Must have handled negotiations and closure of sponsorship deals Mandatory (Skills 4): Must have managed pre-, during, and post-event sponsor engagement Mandatory (Skills 5): Must be proficient in powerpoint and excel Mandatory (Education): Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field Mandatory (Note): Must be comfortable in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment Preferred (Industry): Events industry Preferred (Work background): Experience in startup ecosystem events Are you comfortable working 6 days from mumbai office? How many years of experience do you have in sponsorship management?
Current company?

Education:

Master's (Required)
Experience:

sponsorship sales, business development, partnership: 3 years (Required)
Location:

Mumbai, Maharashtra (Required)
Work Location: In person