Partner Manager - Russian Speaking

At EFG (ESL FACEIT Group) we create worlds beyond gameplay, where players and fans become a community. We pride ourselves in having a corporate social responsibility which is that “IT’S NOT GG, UNTIL IT’S GG FOR ALL”. Our passion, craft, and DNA are aligned to create and shape the world of esports, gaming tournaments, leagues, events, and holistic ecosystems through our millions of players, fans, and heroes, as well as through our people, and culture.

Our Partner Management team is growing and we are actively seeking a new team member to join our dynamic group.

As a Partner Manager, you will:

• Develop and maintain strong relationships, working effectively with sponsorship partners to ‘know their business’ and provide the ‘first point of contact’ for EFG
• Be the day-to-day key account person for brand sponsors
• Work across global partner integration, product, and event teams to gather information and be the voice of the partner internally while providing the partner what they need to activate their sponsorship with EFG across their sponsored properties
•  Effectively coordinate with multiple local departments and global offices to ensure streamlined communication and goals across accounts
•  Maintain knowledge of and manage expectations surrounding event/platform timelines and deadlines
• Ensure the highest quality implementation of client programs through implementing in-broadcast, onsite, and online partnership deliverables
• Assist in ideating custom sponsorship programs across EFG properties that naturally tie in with brand goals and brand identity
• Communicate the progress of monthly/quarterly initiatives to internal and external stakeholders
• Forecast and track key account metrics /prepare reports on account status
• Perform other duties, functions, responsibilities, projects and assist as necessary 

Application information:

Do you feel ready for the challenge of working at @EFG? Join us for a game-changing career where we will be shaping the journey of esports with diversity and inclusion. We encourage you to apply by filling in our application form including your earliest starting date and your desired salary.

Please apply by adding the requested documents CV or your cover letter in English and preferably in PDF format.

Our Recruitment Process – What to Expect?

Our recruitment team is committed to carefully reviewing and evaluating your application for this role. We will look at your past studies, work experience, overall passions, as well as your personal relationship with games, to help us gauge the connection between these points and the criteria set forth by our hiring manager for this role. You can expect to be invited for an interview if your experience matches and/or an email notification containing feedback if you didn’t qualify for this round. Either way, you will hear from us!

About us @EFG:

EFG is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Each of our brands plays a significant role in creating worlds beyond gameplay.

They build, connect, and nurture beyond game ecosystems to unlock more fun, fame, and fortune for gamers across the globe.

• At ESL we create worlds where everybody can be somebody 
• At FACEIT we create a world where the community has the power to shape video games
• At DreamHack we create a world where the gaming community comes to life

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
• Minimum of 5-7 years of relevant experience with brand partners
• Willingness to travel frequently, both domestic and international
• Demonstrated ability to communicate in the English and Russian language, both spoken and written
• Russian language at native speaker level
• Deep knowledge of the CS2 ecosystem and Russian esports
• Demonstrated Faceit user experience highly preferred
• Knowledge of the RU betting industry is highly preferred
• Knowledge of the financial services industry/ payments industry is a plus
• Project management experience is highly preferred
• Experience with projects requiring data integrations in advertising is highly preferred
• Ability to create documentation and summaries in Russian using methodology in advertising
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and navigate complex situations with empathy
• A willingness to learn the ins and outs of the esports and gaming industry, including staying up to date on the latest trends
• Basic knowledge of digital advertising options
• To complete any other tasks that may reasonably fall within this role remit