Interim Account Director – Corporate Sponsorships London / Hybrid with International Travel McBride Sport is partnering exclusively with a leading international marketing agency to appoint an Interim Account Director for a high‑profile assignment with one of their blue‑chip clients based in the GCC. This unique opportunity embeds directly within a global brand’s organisation, playing a pivotal role in transforming the way they manage and evaluate sponsorship enquiries and opportunities. The Account Director serves as the strategic lead within the client organisation, bringing structure, rigor and discipline to how sponsorship opportunities are assessed and activated. Key Deliverables

Design and implement robust processes for sponsorship evaluation, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities. Act as the key liaison between the GCC‑based client and the agency’s London‑based team, maintaining high‑level stakeholder relationships on both sides. Provide senior counsel and ensure clarity, accountability, and data‑led decision making throughout the sponsorship pipeline.

Qualifications

Experience in sponsorship or partnerships from an international agency or major brand‑side role. Proven capability in process development, strategic planning, and analytical evaluation of sponsorship and partnership opportunities. High‑level client management experience, with the credibility to operate at senior stakeholder level. Adaptability and presence to thrive in a multi‑market, cross‑cultural environment. Willingness and ability to undertake frequent travel to the GCC while collaborating closely with London‑based colleagues. Availability through Q2 2026 to fulfil a full‑time interim engagement.

This is an outstanding contract opportunity to shape strategic sponsorship thinking within one of the region’s most influential organisations — backed by the expertise of a global marketing agency. #J-18808-Ljbffr