Sr. Manager, Enterprise Sponsorships

Who We Are

At Corebridge Financial, we believe action is everything. That’s why every day we partner with financial professionals and institutions to make it possible for more people to take action in their financial lives, for today and tomorrow.

We align to a set of Values that are the core pillars that define our culture and help bring our brand purpose to life:

• We are stronger as one: We collaborate across the enterprise, scale what works and act   decisively for our customers and partners.
• We deliver on commitments: We are accountable, empower each other and go above and beyond for our stakeholders.
• We learn, improve and innovate: We get better each day by challenging the status quo and equipping ourselves for the future.
• We are inclusive: We embrace different perspectives, enabling our colleagues to make an impact and bring their whole selves to work.

Who You’ll Work With

We tell the powerful story of how Corebridge makes it possible for more people and institutions to take action in financial lives – for their own and on behalf of others. Our team designs and executes advertising programs, internal and external communications strategies, and client and prospect engagement programs to showcase who Corebridge is to our customers, distribution partners and employees. Our team oversees brand positioning and strategy, digital and social media, employee and executive communications, media relations, industry research and thought leadership, product marketing, customer regulatory communications, and social impact and sponsorship programming.

About The Role

• This individual supports Corebridge sponsorship programs, including the organization’s flagship sponsorship with the PGA of America.
• They are responsible for executing end-to-end, cross-enterprise strategic activation plans for existing and prospective partnerships, with a strong focus on the execution of sponsorship-related hospitality programs. 

Responsibilities

• Assist the Vice President of Enterprise Sponsorships with the development of the PGA of America sponsorship activation, the largest marketing investment in partner/client-facing engagement and brand-building
• Oversee all partner and client hospitality programs leveraging sponsorship assets and integrating brand and business messages
• Engage with senior leadership and colleagues as a Center of Excellence expert in sponsorship activation and measurement
• Manage and foster critical relationships with key sponsorship partners to ensure Corebridge is receiving and maximizing all benefits from the partnership
• Bring together sponsorship programs with CSR, PR and Thought Leadership for maximum impact and to build reputation in the market.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders, including Marketing Leadership Team, line-of-business leaders, creative developers, and Legal/Compliance partners
• Manage sponsorship budgets including rights fees, contractual funds, agency budgets, and activation programming
• Manage relationships with agencies, talent and other third parties

Please note this is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities of the position, and the requirements of the job may change in line with business needs.

Skills and Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• 7+ years of experience within the sponsorship marketing field, agency experience a plus
• Sponsorship hospitality activation experience required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent presentation, analytical and communications skills (written, verbal and interpersonal), including diplomacy and ability to advise senior-level executives and colleagues, and navigate across a diverse and complex organization
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship management/building skills, experience in client management and/or agency side is a plus
• Strategic mindset to integrate business and brand strategy into all communications, along with innovative and forward-looking outlook
• Demonstrated ability to execute large-scale sponsorship hospitality programs
• Program management and execution experience
• Proven track record of success in delivering high quality work in a fast paced and dynamic environment
• Deep understanding of financial services
• Ability to travel and work non-traditional hours, including evenings and weekends (expected to be up to 20% annually)
• Understanding of key properties related to professional golf, including the PGA of America, Ryder Cup, PGA TOUR, and LPGA
• Strong knowledge of the sponsorship landscape, including both traditional and emerging properties in sports and entertainment

Work Location

This position is based in Corebridge Financial’s Houston, TX, office and is subject to our hybrid working policy, which gives colleagues the benefits of working both in an office and remotely.

Estimated Travel

Minimal travel

This role is deemed a “covered associate” under SEC Rule 206(4)-5, 17 CFR § 275.206(4)-5, Political contributions by certain investment advisers, and other federal and state pay-to-play rules. Candidates for the role must not have made any political contributions that, under 17 CFR § 275.206(4)-5 or other federal or state pay-to-play regulations, would disqualify the candidate or Corebridge Financial from conducting Corebridge Financial’s business, or that would otherwise create a conflict of interest for Corebridge Financial. Applicants who are selected to move forward with the application process will be required to disclose all U.S. political contributions they and their household family members have made over the past two years.

Why Corebridge?

At Corebridge Financial, we prioritize the health, well-being, and work-life balance of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits and wellness program is designed to support employees both personally and professionally, ensuring that they have the resources and flexibility needed to thrive.

Benefit Offerings Include:

• Health and Wellness: We offer a range of medical, dental and vision insurance plans, as well as mental health support and wellness initiatives to promote overall well-being.
• Retirement Savings: We offer retirement benefits options, which vary by location.  In the U.S., our competitive 401(k) Plan offers a generous dollar-for-dollar Company matching contribution of up to 6% of eligible pay and a Company contribution equal to 3% of eligible pay (subject to annual IRS limits and Plan terms). These Company contributions vest immediately.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counseling services and resources are available to all employees.
• Matching charitable donations: Corebridge matches donations to tax-exempt organizations 1:1, up to $5,000.
• Volunteer Time Off: Employees may use up to 16 volunteer hours annually to support activities that enhance and serve communities where employees live and work.
• Paid Time Off: Eligible employees start off with at least 24 Paid Time Off (PTO) days so they can take time off for themselves and their families when they need it.

Eligibility for and participation in employer-sponsored benefit plans and Company programs will be subject to applicable law, governing Plan document(s) and Company policy.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Corebridge Financial, is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and we comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment laws. All applicants will be considered for employment based on job-related qualifications and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. The Company is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. At Corebridge Financial, we believe that diversity and inclusion are critical to building a creative workplace that leads to innovation, growth, and profitability. Through a wide variety of programs and initiatives, we invest in each employee, seeking to ensure that our colleagues are respected as individuals and valued for their unique perspectives.

Corebridge Financial is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees, including any accommodations needed on the basis of physical or mental disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs.  If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to complete any part of the application or hiring process, please send an email to TalentandInclusion@corebridgefinancial.com.  Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.

To learn more please visit: www.corebridgefinancial.com

Functional Area:

SM - Sales & Marketing

Estimated Travel Percentage (%): Up to 25%

Relocation Provided: No

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