Account Manager / Senior Account Manager, Corporate Partnerships, Athletics

About the Department

The University of Cincinnati Department of Athletics competes at the highest level of intercollegiate athletics with the vision to reach Next Level Success for all 18 varsity teams and more than 450 student-athletes. The Bearcats have a proud athletics history, winning eight national championships and 118 conference titles. The Cincinnati men's basketball team is among the 15 winningest programs all-time, while the football team became the first non-Power Five program to compete in the College Football Playoff in 2021. Olympic gold medalist volleyball player Jordan Thompson, NBA Hall of Famer Oscar Robertson and Major League Baseball legend Sandy Koufax are among the several luminaries who have competed as Bearcats.

In 2023, the Bearcats entered a new era as a Power Four School when they officially joined the Big 12 Conference, positioning Cincinnati among the nation's premier athletics programs.

Off the field, UC student-athletes continue to find success, as well, collectively posting a school-record 3.52 GPA in the spring of 2025.

Under the leadership of Director of Athletics John Cunningham, and supported by more than 150 full-time staff members, UC Athletics' mission is to connect our community, enhance our university and impact the lives of student-athletes as they prepare to change the world on and off the field.

For more information visit gobearcats.com.

Job Overview

The University of Cincinnati, Department of Athletics seeks applications for an Account Manager for Corporate Partnerships. The position may be appointed at the Account Manager or Sr Account Manager level depending on the candidates skills and qualifications. This is a full-time position, hourly, with a comprehensive benefits package.

The successful candidate will be responsible for meeting and exceeding sales goals through prospecting, networking, cultivating relationships, executing sales, and delivering on expectations of corporate sponsorship agreements while following all departmental, university, conference, and NCAA policies and regulations.

Essential Functions

• Identify potential sponsors through prospecting and networking with university and community stakeholders and business partners, researching local, regional and national companies.
• Assist in creating sales inventory, revenue projections and overall sponsorship strategy.
• Support the development and execution of a sales plan.
• Execute sales presentations for prospective corporate sponsorships.
• Create sales proposals and negotiate contracts.
• Collaborate with sponsors in the development of key marketing objectives via needs assessment and sales process.
• Entertain and cultivate professional relationships.
• Maintain relationships with current sponsors and renew agreements.
• Stay current with relevant market conditions and sports marketing trends.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Account Manager

Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Six (6) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.

Required Experience
Two (2) years of relevant work experience

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Senior Account Manager

Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Nine (9) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.

Required Experience
Five (5) years of relevant experience.

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Direct sales experience in the sports multi-media environment
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships across many demographics.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Application Process Information

Interested and qualified applicants must apply online and include a cover letter of interest and a current CV/Resume. All certifications and other documentation can be uploaded using the Additional Documents section in the application.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. UC Benefits Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:

Salary/Hourly Pay Rate Information:

Comprehensive Tuition Remission
UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans
As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work-Life Balance
UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:
Vacation and sick time
11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)
6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities