Partnerships Manager

Cadillac Formula 1™ is excited to be on the grid for the 2026 FIA Formula One™ World Championship. Our new team is gearing up for rapid growth. To achieve our goals, we need to create and sustain a high-performance culture in every area. We have ambitious plans to build an outstanding operation that can compete at the highest level.  

From exceptional Engineering and Design talent to a world-class race team, supported by specialists in off-track roles - we are assembling the expertise needed to drive this operation forward and compete at the highest level.  

Being a part of this team, will accelerate your career. Take a closer look at the role:  

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Partnerships Manager to join our Commercial Partnerships group at the Cadillac Formula 1 Team. With a particular focus on apparel, merchandising and licensing, this role will allow you to take full ownership, drive fresh thinking and delivery against the strategic objectives of the partner and team.

As a Partnership Manager, you will play a critical role in developing and managing relationships with apparel brands as well as  oversee merchandise and licensing initiatives. There is also an opportunity to identify new areas of collaboration as we strive to offer our fans an extensive range of Cadillac Formula 1 Team product offerings.

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated individual to join an innovative team, working at the intersection of motorsport, apparel, and brand management.

What you'll be doing:

• Manage a portfolio of Cadillac Formula 1 Teams Official Partners and Official Suppliers to a high standard.  

• Manage end to end supply chains and executing global licensing programmes for the Cadillac Formula 1 Team.
• Oversee the delivery of contractual rights across a variety of touchpoints, including events, digital, content, broadcast, hospitality, activations and employees
• Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with partners at all levels.
• Collaborate with partners and agencies to develop partnership strategies that align with the goals of the partner and the Cadillac Formula 1 Team, with clear, measurable KPIs to assess success.
• Identify synergies between partner objectives and our brand goals, developing ideas and initiatives that strengthen these partnerships.
• Manage reporting efforts including income, renewals, and spend.
• Contribute to the overall success of the Commercial Partnerships team by helping meet financial targets.
• Drive operational efficiency by implementing strong processes and systems for successful delivery of your partners.
• Foster strong internal relationships, understanding and supporting the workflows of various business areas to ensure mutual success in day-to-day and strategic activities.

• Extensive experience in a similar role, ideally within a fast-paced, dynamic environment, ideally within a F1 or Spectator Sport industry,
• Proven expertise in Partnership Management with a deep understanding of apparel and merchandise & licencing.
• A successful track record in managing high-profile partners where you have exceeded KPIs set by the partner and rights holder.
• Creative and strategic thinker, with the ability to develop and execute bespoke sponsorship activations that meet partner needs.
• Strong knowledge of marketing and cultural trends, with an ability to help brands stay relevant and drive engagement.
• Highly independent, performance-driven, and comfortable working under pressure and tight deadlines.
• Skilled at managing multiple initiatives simultaneously while maintaining focus and delivering results.
• Strong analytical ability, capable of identifying opportunities.

 Please note that additional security checks may be required as part of the recruitment process. This may include a background check covering a minimum of the past five years and a criminal record check. 

Please be aware that we will be reviewing applicants on a rolling basis and this job posting will close once a suitable candidate is identified. We encourage all interested individuals to submit their application as soon as possible.  As an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply.   

This job description reflects the major tasks to be carried out by the postholder and identifies the level of responsibility at which the postholder will be required to work. Subject to the discretion of the Company, the postholder will carry out the duties specified above together with such other duties or tasks for the Company as reasonably required. You may also be required to perform additional duties for the Company from time to time commensurate with your skills and experience.