Coordinator, Partnership Activation

The Opportunity  

The Ottawa Senators are   seeking   an   energetic, detail-oriented professional to join   us as   our   Coordinator, Partnership Activation .   This is an excellent opportunity to join an NHL franchise at a n entry   level position which will allow the candidate to become fully engaged in the business of a major league sports team .  

The primary goal of the Coordinator, Partnership Activation is to provide exceptional client service while developing and delivering contractual sponsorship obligations.  

Number of vacancies: 1 

Key Responsibilities   

• Manage multiple corporate accounts and ensure contractual obligations are satisfied in  a timely and productive manner. Contractual obligations may  include: signage (both static and led),  CTCVision , client displays and sampling, social media programs, publication advertising, broadcast spots, game-related activities,  special events , special  properties and promotions.   

• Ability to work efficiently with both internal departments and corporate partners to deliver on sponsorship execution.  

• Develop and foster strong partner relationships and deliver outstanding customer service.  

• Responsible for the creation and delivery of campaign summaries, event overviews, asset  proposals and annual sponsorship reviews at season end.  

• Maintain close communication with our sponsors through weekly/biweekly calls and meetings with clients.  

• With a focus on partner strategy, work with the corporate sales team for revenue growth opportunities within the partnership   

• Maintain and update all partner communications in CRM Salesforce platform and Kore inventory management program. Also required to  maintain contract status documents housed in Sales Force.  

• Support sales reps through proposal development, minor graphics requests (use of Photoshop is recommended) and research as needed.  

• Create short-form contracts for new and renewing Corporate Partners. Liaison with Corporate reps and legal for contract approvals.  

• Required to work evenings and weekends, dependent on game schedule and  special events .  

• Work with Finance on a monthly reconciliation of outstanding invoices.  

Qualifications (what we look for) 

• University or College Marketing graduate, or related field  

• 2 to 3 years  previous marketing experience  

• Well-organized and responsible with an aptitude in problem-solving  

• A team player with  high level of dedication  

• Self-motivated, results oriented  

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, bilingualism (French & English) an asset  

• Able to work independently, as well as in a team setting  

• Excellent presentation skills  

• Strong organizational and customer service skills  

Who We Are  

The Ottawa Senators Hockey Club is a professional sports organization competing in the National Hockey League (NHL) and   representing   Canada’s capital city. The Club delivers world-class sport and live entertainment experiences   to the Ottawa-Gatineau region   while   operating   in a fast-paced, collaborative environment across hockey operations, business operations, and event delivery, with a shared commitment to excellence, integrity, and community impact.  

What We Offer  

Employees  will have the opportunity to work in a unique industry, with access to  to memorable fan experiences, and exclusive perks  such as :   staff tickets to games and events,  partnership discounts (Goodlife ,  etc.) , and free on-site parking - along with the chance to contribute to an organization that takes pride in its people, its performance, and its community.  

This role is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, wellness subsidy, and retirement programs. Support for  continued learning (tuition reimbursement) is available, as well as access to multiple learning platforms.  

Active social committee, which hosts multiple large-scale events throughout the year.  

This role falls within a  base  salary range  of $39,500to $60,500annually , consistent with the organization’s established salary ranges. Salary ranges are  determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to market data, internal equity, education, relevant experience, knowledge, and applicable skillset .  

We would like to thank all applicants for applying; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Applications received will be  maintained on file for a period of 6 months and may be referenced for future staffing requirements.  

Senators Sports & Entertainment   supports the goals of Ontario Regulation 191/11 - Integrated Accessibility Standards and is pleased to accommodate applicants who have a disability during the recruitment process. Please inform the Human Resources Department at View phone number on jobs.jobcopilot.com if you require a disability related accommodation  in order to   participate in the recruitment process.  

SSE is committed to building an inclusive process that respects the dignity and independence of people with disabilities.  

SSE confirms that it does not use artificial intelligence (AI) or automated decision-making tools in its recruitment or hiring processes. All candidate screening, evaluation, and selection decisions are conducted by human recruiters or hiring managers using predefined, job-related criteria, ensuring a fair, transparent, and human-led hiring process in compliance with applicable employment and privacy laws.  

To all recruitment agencies: SSE does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Any resumes  submitted without a prior agreement or request from our hiring team will not be considered. SSE is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.