Overview
Partnership & Brand Development Manager (Italy, UK & Spain) Jobs in Spain at Pick-Roll APP
Title: Partnership & Brand Development Manager (Italy, UK & Spain)
Company: Pick-Roll APP
Location: Spain
Pick-Roll is building the world's largest basketball playground community.
Our mission is simple: help basketball players discover courts, find games, connect with other players, and become part of a global basketball community.
Today, Pick-Roll has more than 200,000 registered users across multiple countries and continues to grow through community engagement, grassroots basketball, digital content, local activations, and strategic partnerships.
We are now looking for a Partnership & Brand Development Manager to help us expand our commercial network across Italy, the United Kingdom, and Spain.
The Role
We are looking for an ambitious and entrepreneurial individual who can identify, approach, and activate partnerships with brands interested in reaching the Pick-Roll community.
This is not a traditional sales position.
We are looking for someone who enjoys creating opportunities, building relationships, and developing long-term partnerships with brands, sports organizations, agencies, and companies looking to engage with one of the fastest-growing basketball communities in Europe.
The role includes both digital activations and on-site events, helping brands connect with our audience through meaningful experiences.
Responsibilities
- Identify and approach potential partners across Italy, the UK, and Spain
- Develop relationships with brands in sports, lifestyle, fashion, food & beverage, technology, automotive, and consumer goods sectors
- Create sponsorship and partnership opportunities tailored to the Pick-Roll audience
- Negotiate and close commercial agreements
- Develop and sell digital activations across Pick-Roll's app and social media channels
- Support the creation and activation of local basketball events and community initiatives
- Work directly with the founders to define partnership and growth strategies
- Build and manage a commercial pipeline of sponsors, partners, and activation opportunities
- Help establish Pick-Roll as a leading platform for brands looking to engage with basketball players and communities
Who We're Looking For
- Previous experience in Sales, Business Development, Sponsorship, Partnerships, Account Management, or Commercial Development
- Strong communication, networking, and negotiation skills
- Ability to work independently and proactively
- Entrepreneurial mindset and results-oriented approach
- Passion for sports, basketball, communities, or digital platforms
- Existing network of commercial contacts is a strong advantage
- Fluent English required
- Spanish is considered a plus
Important Note
This role is specifically focused on commercial development and partnership acquisition.
Therefore, only candidates with proven experience in one or more of the following areas will be considered:
- Sales
- Business Development
- Sponsorship Sales
- Commercial Partnerships
- Account Management
- Commercial Development
Applications from professionals whose experience is exclusively focused on:
- Social Media Management
- Content Creation
- Digital Marketing
- Marketing Management
- Community Management
- Event Management
will not be considered unless they can demonstrate direct experience in identifying, negotiating, and closing commercial agreements.
We are looking for someone who can generate business opportunities, build relationships with brands, and convert those relationships into tangible partnerships for Pick-Roll.
Compensation
We want to be completely transparent.
Pick-Roll is currently in a growth phase, and this position is structured around performance.
Compensation includes:
- Commission on every partnership and sponsorship agreement successfully closed
- Fixed compensation tied to the achievement of agreed commercial objectives and milestones
- Opportunity to grow with the company and take on an increasingly strategic role as Pick-Roll expands internationally
This role is ideal for individuals who want to be rewarded based on the value they create and who are excited about helping build a high-potential sports startup.
Location
Remote
Candidates based in Italy, the United Kingdom, or Spain are preferred.
Join us and help build the world's largest basketball playground community.
