City Football Group (CFG) is the world’s leading private owner and operator of football clubs, with a global network of 13 clubs across five continents. Since its inception in 2013, CFG has focused on preserving the authenticity of each club while leveraging global expertise to deliver excellence on and off the pitch.

We are currently seeking a results-driven and strategic Head of Partnership Sales, APAC & MENA to lead our partnership sales efforts in two of the fastest-growing regions in world football. Based in Abu Dhabi, this is a full-time, permanent opportunity to join a dynamic team at the heart of one of the most ambitious football organizations in the world.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Sales Leadership & Delivery:

• Lead and manage a team of four Partnership Sales Executives to exceed annual revenue targets.

• Identify and capitalize on commercial opportunities across all CFG properties in the APAC & MENA regions.

• Oversee and drive personal and team revenue pipelines with strategic foresight.

• Develop compelling sales presentations, proposals, and partner strategies to drive value.

• Innovate and execute creative initiatives to maximize partner engagement and diversify income streams.

2. Networking & Relationship Management:

• Establish and nurture relationships with key stakeholders in the sports industry across APAC and MENA.

• Build long-term partnerships with global and regional brands, marketing agencies, media outlets, and federations.

3. Brand Development & Strategic Support:

• Work cross-functionally to design creative partnership solutions that grow CFG’s fanbase and brand presence.

• Support strategic business development initiatives such as Telecom Partnerships and Industrial Sponsorships.

4. Reporting & Strategy:

• Track and report on sales performance, revenue generation, and pipeline development.

• Align team objectives with CFG’s global commercial strategy.

• Analyze market trends to refine and optimize sales strategies and maximize regional impact.

What We’re Looking For:

We are looking for a motivated and accomplished professional with strong leadership abilities and a proven track record in partnership sales and sponsorship. The ideal candidate will have a background in managing remote teams, especially within the sports or entertainment industries.

Key Qualifications & Skills:

• Extensive experience in partnership sales with an emphasis on sponsorship and lead generation.

• Proven success in managing and mentoring remote sales teams.

• Experience in rights-holder or club environments, with a solid understanding of sports sponsorship contracts.

• Strong understanding of the football ecosystem, particularly in the APAC and MENA regions.

• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and sales systems such as Salesforce.

• Commercially savvy with the ability to navigate complex, fast-paced environments.

• Flexibility to work non-traditional hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Job Type:

• Full-Time

• On-Site

• Permanent Contract