About the role#
As part of the Global Partnership development team, you will assist in driving new partnerships and revenue opportunities. This role supports our business strategy across all MLSE properties, including the Maple Leafs, Raptors, Argonauts, Toronto FC, and our owned venues. You will research, evaluate, and communicate key business insights to help shape our approach for the upcoming season.
What you'll do#
- Support the development of new sponsorship revenue through prospecting, marketplace analysis, and leveraging networks.
- Conduct research to identify emerging and open categories across our teams and prepare detailed reports.
- Create sales materials such as presentations, partnership proposals, overviews, and summary slides.
- Assist the team by sourcing prospective marketing partners and sharing relevant industry news.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders across the Global Partnerships team and the wider company.
- Help develop a go-to-market partnership strategy that addresses client business problems with creative solutions.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a post-secondary institution in a business or marketing-related field.
- Availability Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm, with some flexibility as needed.
- Proficiency in Microsoft 360, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- Solid understanding of marketing, partnerships, and research fundamentals.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including comfort with public speaking.
- Ability to build professional relationships, manage multiple priorities under pressure, and maintain confidentiality.
- An inclusive, empathetic, and positive approach to teamwork.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, on-site position based in Toronto, Ontario.
- The compensation for this role is $38,760.
About MLSE (Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Partnership)
MLSE operates sports franchises and entertainment venues in Canada. The company manages teams including the Toronto Maple Leafs, Toronto Raptors, Toronto FC, and Toronto Argonauts. It also oversees development teams such as the Toronto Marlies and Raptors 905. The organization owns and operates venues like Scotiabank Arena and BMO Field. MLSE employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people and is based in Toronto.
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