About Goalhanger Goalhanger is one of the UK’s most exciting independent media companies, the team behind some of the world’s most successful shows, including The Rest Is Politics, The Rest Is History, The Rest Is Football, The Rest Is Entertainment, and a fast-growing slate. We’re a creative, fast-moving organisation with big ambitions and a brilliant team that makes them happen. This role is based full time (5 days a week) in our office in Oval. £55,000 - £85000 OTE The Role We are looking for a Senior Partnerships Manager to grow Goalhanger’s agency revenue by developing strategic relationships with leading media agencies and agency groups. You will own and grow key agency relationships, acting as a senior commercial partner to agencies such as WPP, Omnicom, Publicis, Dentsu and Havas. You will influence planning and investment decisions, improve the volume of inbound briefs and pitch for business. This is a senior commercial role for someone who understands the agency ecosystem and has the experience to build long-term partnerships. You will also play an important role in developing the wider Partnerships team, sharing agency knowledge, mentoring colleagues and contributing to a high-performing commercial culture. This person doesn’t necessarily have a sales background and we are open to applications from those on the media buying side. <h2 style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:18pt;margin-bottom:4pt;">What you’ll do:</h2><ul style="margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;"><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Build senior relationships across planning, investment, partnerships and client teams.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Respond to briefs with creative, insight-led proposals.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Increase the volume of inbound agency briefs </li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Identify opportunities beyond briefs and increase Goalhanger’s share of agency investment.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Develop integrated campaigns across podcast, video, social and branded content.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Lead negotiations and manage campaigns from opportunity through to delivery.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Maintain accurate pipeline management and forecasting.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Represent Goalhanger with senior agency stakeholders.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Mentor and support members of the Partnerships team.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Share agency insight internally to shape commercial strategy.</li></ul><h2 style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:18pt;margin-bottom:4pt;">What you’ll bring: </h2><ul style="margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;"><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Proven track record of revenue growth through agency partnerships OR agency side in media planning and buying.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Strong understanding of the UK media agency landscape.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Established relationships across major agency groups including WPP, Omnicom, Publicis, IPG, Dentsu or Havas.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Ability to influence senior stakeholders.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Strong negotiation, presentation and communication skills.</li></ul><h3 style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:14pt;margin-bottom:4pt;">We'd Especially Love to See:</h3><ul style="margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;"><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Experience at a media-buying agency.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Experience mentoring or supporting colleagues.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Genuine appreciation for Goalhanger’s shows and editorial proposition.</li></ul>Why join Goalhanger?<ul style="margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;"><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">A rare opportunity to help shape the commercial growth of the UK’s fastest growing company. </li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">A creative, collaborative, close-knit team that genuinely cares about its work and each other. The opportunity to grow and define our agency strategy</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Competitive salary and benefits, plus opportunities for growth within the role as our team and content portfolio expand.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">A working environment that values curiosity, autonomy, humour, delivery and purpose.</li></ul>How to apply:Send us your CV and a 250 word or less statement on the following: Tell us about a time when you unlocked a new opportunity through an agency relationship. If your background is in agency, tell us about a partnership you developed between a client and a publisher.Closing date: 28th August 2026 Equality, Diversity & InclusionGoalhanger is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, communities, and experiences.Adjustments & AccessibilityWe want our recruitment process to be as accessible as possible. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know and we will be happy to discuss how we can support you. Requirements CL

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