Partnership Solutions Specialist
Los Angeles Sparks
Full-time
On-site
Los Angeles, California, United States
Professional Sports, Basketball, Sponsorship & Corporate Partnerships
The 3-time WNBA Champion Los Angeles Sparks are seeking a highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented Partnership Solutions Specialist to support the Partnerships team across the full partnership sales and fulfillment lifecycle. This role plays a critical support function in sales operations, internal coordination, and partner delivery—working cross-functionally to ensure accurate execution, strong partner experience, and revenue support outcomes. This full-time, exempt role reports to the VP of Partnerships.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Sales & Partnership Support
- Support the Partnerships sales team with day-to-day sales operations, including prospect research, lead tracking, proposal development, and pitch preparation
- Assist in building and maintaining sales materials such as presentations, one-sheets, custom proposals, and recap decks
- Maintain and update internal sales trackers, asset trackers, and proof-of-performance documentation
- Assist with contract support, internal approvals, and documentation organization
- Participate in partner and prospect calls to support note-taking, follow-ups, and next-step coordination
- Support renewal and upsell efforts by tracking partner deliverables and performance throughout the season
Client & Partner Coordination
- Serve as a point of coordination between the Partnerships team and internal departments including Marketing, Community Relations, Game Presentation, and Operations
- Help ensure partner assets and contractual deliverables are executed accurately and on time
- Assist with partner communications, scheduling, and logistics as needed
- Positively represent the Sparks at partner meetings, events, and community activations
Event & Asset Management
- Support execution of partner activations, hospitality, and game-day experiences
- Coordinate premium and promotional inventory, including gifting, orders, shipments, and on-site distribution
- Capture and organize proof of performance (photos, screenshots, confirmations) for partner recaps
Research & Reporting
- Conduct research on prospective partners, industries, and market trends
- Stay current on trends in sports, marketing, sponsorships, and women’s sports
- Assist with internal reporting related to sales pipeline activity, partnership fulfillment, and seasonal performance
Additional Duties
- Provide administrative and project support as needed to the Partnerships team
- Additional responsibilities as assigned
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and follow-through
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Professional, positive attitude with strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively across teams and departments
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree or relevant coursework in Business, Marketing, Communications, Sports Management, or related field preferred
- 2-4 years of experience in sales support, partnerships, marketing, events, or client services (internship experience acceptable)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required; experience with Photoshop, InDesign, or design tools a plus
PREFERRED:
- Experience in a professional sports or entertainment environment
- Familiarity with CRM systems and sales tracking tools
- Customer service, sales, CRM, sponsorship or partnership support experience a plus
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays and game days as required for Sparks home games and events
Compensation commensurate with experience; minimum starting salary $70,000
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee in this position. It is not intended to provide all details or a step-by-step outline of every task. The incumbent is expected to perform other duties necessary for the effective operation of the department.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, to perform critical job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.