Sponsorship Executive (Sports Events – Marathons, Cyclothons & Fitness Fests)
Position : Event & Sponsorship Executive Location : Malad, Mumbai (WFH during probation, Hybrid post-confirmation) Reporting to : Event Director / Sponsorship Lead Job Objective To support the execution of high-impact sports and fitness events while contributing to the sponsorship and partnership function through outreach, coordination, and client servicing. Key Responsibility Areas (KRAs) A. Sponsorship & Partnership · Research and identify potential sponsors, partners, and collaborators across sectors (FMCG, education, wellness, apparel, etc.) · Assist in preparing pitch decks, sponsorship proposals, and brand presentations · Support in outreach via email, calls, LinkedIn, and meetings · Track leads, conversations, and follow-ups using internal CRM or shared trackers · Coordinate sponsor deliverables, branding visibility, and post-event reporting · Ensure brand presence and commitments are executed on event day B. Event Execution & Operations · Coordinate end-to-end logistics for events – registration, vendor coordination, venue readiness, and material management · Serve as the point of contact for stakeholders including participants, vendors, volunteers, and sponsors during the event · Assist in setting up stalls, sponsor booths, kit distribution, and hospitality areas · Support crowd management, stage coordination, and smooth run-of-show on the event day · Document execution with photos, feedback, and post-event reports Required Skills · Communication, Confidence & Client Handling · Event Planning, Budget Awareness, and Crisis Management · Basic tools: MS Office, Google Sheets, Canva, CRM (optional but preferred) · Team Collaboration & Ownership Attitude Preferred Background · Degree in Event Management, Mass Communication, or Marketing · Pursuing or completed MBA (Marketing/Finance is a plus) · Internship or freelance experience in event execution or BD/Sponsorships Growth Path Event & Sponsorship Executive → Sr. Event Manager or Brand Partnership Manager → Head of Strategic Events Show more Show less