Coordinator, Partnerships

The Partnerships Coordinator supports the development and management of relationships with universities, licensees, and retailers to drive the success of collegiate licensing initiatives. Working closely with the Partner Services Manager and cross-functional teams, this role assists in executing strategic business plans, marketing campaigns, and compliance programs tailored to each client’s needs. The Partnerships Coordinator serves as a key liaison, communicating industry trends, licensing updates, and program information while representing the company professionally. This role may require occasional travel and participation in events to foster strong partner relationships and ensure program success.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with universities, licensees, and retailers within the assigned conference or region.

• Support the Partner Services Manager and university partners in developing, executing, and achieving goals and objectives tailored to each client’s needs.

• Communicate key licensing initiatives, industry trends, system updates, and program information to university partners clearly and effectively.

• Assist in the development and execution of strategic business plans aimed at expanding revenue opportunities.

• Contribute to the planning and implementation of marketing campaigns and retail promotions for licensed products.

• Assist in managing trademark enforcement efforts and ensuring contract compliance across university partners.

• Coordinate account management activities in collaboration with cross-functional CLC team members.

• Prepare, present, and deliver reports, presentations, and other materials on licensing-related topics to university partners and internal stakeholders.

• Represent CLC professionally at all times.

• Travel up to 20% as needed to support partners, meetings, and events.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Manage travel planning, scheduling, and expense reporting efficiently and in accordance with company guidelines.

• Navigate and resolve conflicts or challenging situations in a professional and constructive manner.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Experience presenting to large groups, executives, or senior administrators preferred.

• Demonstrated attention to detail with strong organizational and time-management skills.

• Ability to work occasional nights and weekends as required.

• Interest or passion for college sports preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A strong passion for college sports and the collegiate marketplace.

• Bachelors degree or equivalent experience preferred

The duties and responsibilities described in the Job Description are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business needs. In addition, employment in this position with the Company is on an at-will basis.

Learfield offers a full spectrum of benefits for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance and Other Insurance Plans, Flexible Paid Time Off (minimum 10+ days annually), including Parental Leave, 20 Paid Holidays, 401(k) + Match, and Short/Long Term Disability. Leave benefits are consistent with state and local laws, including the Colorado Health Families and Workplaces Act.

Learfield is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.