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    Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today. At New Balance, We Got Now.

    Job mission

    New Balance are offering a 1 year paid internship to an undergraduate student, currently in their penultimate year of study, with a desire to follow a career in Sports Marketing. The role will support the Sports Marketing team in their work to manage and service global football teams and players. Training and support will be given and you will gain a broad knowledge of a Global Football Marketing department.

    This placement opportunity will start on Monday 10th June 2024 and will be based in our Head Office (Warrington) full time.

    Please note this role differs from the Global Football Brand Marketing internship. Please read both internship job descriptions before applying.

    Major accountabilities

    • Assistance with all player and club servicing requests (personal, family, friends, charitable). Using NBs Aurora system and in office UPS account to ensure quick turnaround of product for our players and clubs.
    • Providing up to date tracking and delivery information to the SM Team.
    • Management of bespoke player packaging for key athlete moments.
    • Creation and ownership of key energy moments calendar (on pitch and off pitch). Working with Sports Marketing team to ensure no misses.
    • Office management to ensure the three sports marketing stock areas remain tidy and structured. (Inline product area, athletes’ boots area, collaborations area).
    • Stock management of all previous seasonal product (decide which player/club initiative serves best to utilise stock. Both in office and warehouse).
    • Keep track of all NB players social media activity and then share/present monthly.
    • Provide recommendations for players future social posts.
    • Support the SM team in preparation and delivery of photoshoots.
    • Support SM team with urgent club/ player needs and requests.
    • Support SM team with the sports marketing one drive and intel databases.
    • Providing recommendations on how to push our players into different arenas (music, fashion, E-sports etc).
    • Assist with samples sales.
    • Reception cover.

    Requirements for success

    • Currently studying for or just completed a degree in Marketing / Business / sport related subjects.
    • Strong passion for football and the football industry with proven interest in the sport.
    • Strong organizational skills.
    • Strong problem-solving abilities, adaptability and a proactive approach to tackling challenges.
    • Ability to work within a fast-paced team and also complete tasks individually when required.
    • Experience in and strong interest in using social media platforms including Facebook, X, Instagram, Tik Tok, Snapchat and YouTube.
    • Strong initiative with desire to take on new projects.
    • Interest in following in trends in football, sport and lifestyle marketing.
    • Willingness to travel (within UK).
    • Interest in following in trends in football, sport and lifestyle marketing.
    • Willingness to travel (within UK.

    Desirable qualifications

    • Proficiency in a foreign language (ideally French, Spanish and / or Portuguese).
    • Experience with Adobe programs such as InDesign & Illustrator.

    Equal opportunities

    New Balance is committed to equality of opportunity for all current and prospective associates regardless of age, disability, race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnership and gender reassignment. We are an equal opportunity employer and support a culture of diversity and inclusion.

    If you have not already done so, please let us know if you require any support so we can make the right adjustments and considerations should they be required.

    Flexible work schedule

    For decades we have fostered a unique culture founded on our values with a particular focus on in-person teamwork and collaboration. Our hybrid model encourages rich in-person experiences, showcasing our commitment to teamwork and connection, while providing high levels of flexibility to associates. North American office-based associates are expected to come into the office on Wednesdays, with other occasional in-office days for in-person meetings and events as needed. Our offices are fully open and amenities are available across our North American office locations.

    Equal opportunity employer

    New Balance provides equal opportunities for all current and prospective associates and takes affirmative action to ensure that employment, training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment are provided without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, handicap, genetic information and/or status as an Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, qualified disabled veteran or other protected veteran.