Brandwave Marketing – Job Spec
Role: Account Executive
Contract: Full time
Level: Graduate – 1 year experience is preferred but not essential
Salary: DOE
Location: Chichester / Hybrid
About Us
About Brandwave
Brandwave is a sports marketing and PR agency for sports, outdoor and active lifestyle brands. We are experts in marketing and PR with a strong belief that sport is a catalyst for positive change on multiple levels.
With roots in the South Coast and London, we blend strategy, creativity and connectivity to raise profile, grow market share and build passionate communities for all our clients from across the sports and outdoor sector.
As a team, we are fully committed to our core brand values, embracing every opportunity to achieve more. With dedication and drive, we strive to create positive results and a lasting difference.
Our Values
We do sport – Sport is our core value. Understanding the target market is not just a slogan, it stems from extensive physical experience and learned expertise. Our deep involvement in various sports allows us to act as trusted advisors to our clients.
We are connected – Our global network has been actively built, curated and maintained over nearly two decades. It extends across governments, governing bodies, media, brands, athletes, events, teams, and content creators. This network not only enhances our reputation but also strengthens our campaigns and long-lasting client relationships. We encourage all our team to build their own networks and become recognised industry experts.
We take risks – Risk-taking is essential in both sport and business. Progress and success come from pushing beyond the comfort zone and challenging industry norms. Creativity thrives on boldness, not conformity. We view risk with a positive lens. It’s what drives us across leadership, strategy, and creative execution. Every idea should challenge both clients and the industry, setting us apart from competitors. True impact is achieved by provoking strong reactions rather than blending in. Meaningful progress stems from embracing uncertainty and daring to be different.
We give a sh*t – We believe sport is a powerful catalyst for positive change—physically, mentally, and socially. Beyond participation, it fosters community cohesion and promotes well-being. This commitment is reflected in charitable initiatives, pro bono work, and sustainability efforts. Ethical business practices and situational empathy towards our team and clients further reinforce these values. Our dedication to social responsibility is demonstrated through volunteer work, environmental initiatives, and ongoing contributions to organisations driving positive change through sport.
Requirements
As our new Account Executive, you will have…
- A passion and a deep understanding of the sports & outdoor industries.
- An awareness and keen eye for emerging trends in the sports and outdoor world.
- Either just graduated or worked in a marketing role for approximately 1 year.
- Great communication skills (verbal & written).
- Plenty of initiative and a “can-do” attitude.
- A good eye for detail.
- A strong desire to work with some of the best brands in sports & outdoor sector.
Responsibilities
You will be responsible and expected to…
- Assist the Account Management team in running projects.
- Liaise confidently with clients, partners and suppliers.
- Support with creating client facing proposals & follow-up reports.
- Assist with drafting quotes & sign-off forms.
- Manage studio@ inbox.
- Help with operational & logistical tasks for the team from booking travel to team activity days.
- Ensure our CRM database is up to date.
- Support with new business development activity
- Confidently make decisions when required.
- Closely work with our Creative team to create internal marketing assets.
- Key point of contact and support to Account Managers & Directors in the delivery of live projects.
- Create and roll-out internal marketing including new projects & daily social community management.
- Conceptualise new and support existing internal marketing initiatives.
- Remain on top of key industry trends, best practices and sharing knowledge and insights internally and externally with clients.
Contract & Salary
Full time, hybrid role with a competitive salary.
Benefits & Perks
- Location: Office by the beach and trails of the South Downs.
- Flexi-working: Committed to upholding a good work / like balance for our team. Sport & getting outdoors actively encouraged on the daily.
- Team trips: Quarterly away days and activities such as SUP tours, surfing, wing foiling, road & gravel riding, trail running, hikes and taking on outdoor team charity challenges across Snowdonia, the Lakes & Peak District.
- Holiday: 24 days annual leave, plus Public Holidays.
- Charity time off: Paid time off to volunteer for charity work.
Recruitment Process
CV & cover letter to be submitted no later than 21st March 2025 – [email protected]
Stage 1 – Virtual intro and interview with Key Account & Marketing Director & PR Director.
Stage 2 – Successful candidates will be asked to attend an in-person interview with our Managing Director and Founder.
DEI Statement
Brandwave expect all employees and stakeholders within the business to uptake and uphold social and environmental responsibilities in line with relevant policies and training.
Brandwave is an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive company culture that does not discriminate against candidates and employees because of their disability, sex, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, or any other status. We cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions with better results.
