Job Description

At Fanatics Commerce, we’re more than just a leader in licensed sports merchandise – we’re a team united by a relentless passion for our fans and a commitment to innovation. We live by our BOLD Leadership principles: We Build Championship Teams, we’re Obsessed with Fans, we embrace a Limitless Entrepreneurial Spirit, and we approach every challenge with a Determined and Relentless Mindset If you’re ready to contribute to a dynamic, fast-paced environment that thrives on collaboration and growth, we want you to be part of our team.

Fanatics International are currently seeking two enthusiastic and dedicated Seasonal Junior Retail Events Managers to join our team and provide support during the busiest period of the 2026 events season. These are temporary, employee-status roles offered on UK Fixed Term Contracts The contract duration will run from 11th May 2026 to 18th November 2026 If you're passionate about events management and eager to contribute to a dynamic team during a peak season, we'd love to hear from you!

In this exciting role, you’ll play a key part in bringing our on-site retail experiences to life at some of the most prolific global sporting events, including concerts at Wembley Stadium, the NFL International Series Games and the Open Championship, just to name a few! You’ll be at the forefront, driving sales, boosting profits, and ensuring best in class customer service, all while leading and inspiring your teams to achieve the highest standards of fan engagement. It’s a fast-paced, fun opportunity to make a real impact!

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

• Assist the Retail Event Manager, working with Partners' and Promoters to plan and execute world-class, on-site retail operations
• Work with the IVR Management Team in supporting contractors to deliver on budget, on time, every time
• Implement inventory best practice to ensure stockrooms and shops are managed efficiently
• Support Management to drive KPI’s including conversion and AOV
• Maximise sales through effective management of your onsite teams and awareness of the consumer
• Deliver consistent, impactful visual merchandising in-store throughout the event(s)
• Oversee and manage the receipt and reconciliation of stock and event infrastructure post event

This is a hands-on role, and the manager will be required to oversee and participate in some of the physical build pre-and post-event. This role consists of some evening and weekend work.

The opportunity to get involved with major international events within Fanatics. The job duties list is not exclusive nor exhaustive and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope /level of the role. You may also be required from time to time to work additional hours including but not limited to providing support around events and hot markets. This will involve weekend and late-night working.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM:

• 3+ years of experience working with major sporting or music events retail programs
• Possess an understanding and awareness of the demands of live events
• First Aid and forklift trained (desirable)
• Full UK Manual Drivers Licence
• Demonstrate a strong problem-solving mindset, essential in a fast paced, high-pressured environment
• Be a confident team player with leadership qualities
• Possess strong communication skills, allowing you to quickly builds and sustains excellent working relationships with external promoters, contractors, and internal stakeholders
• Embrace and embody the values and culture, while also contributing to their growth and development.
• Possess merchandising and shop layout experience
• Be able to travel for prolonged periods, inclusive of weekends
• Responsible for the execution of multiple retail units operating simultaneously
• Ability to follow processes and adapt where required

At Fanatics, we value transparency and honesty. If you don’t meet every single requirement, that’s okay – we still want to hear from you! We believe in the power of diverse experiences and talents. If you’re excited about the role and confident that you can contribute, don’t hesitate to apply. We’re genuinely interested in how your unique skills and perspective can help us build something amazing together.

WHERE YOU'LL WORK AND WHAT'S REQUIRED

• London, United Kingdom

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:

Culture: Join a team where you're surrounded by top-tier talent, driven by a shared passion to relentlessly enhance the fan experience. With a focus on collaboration, support, and continuous development, you’ll be empowered to help shape our culture that celebrates both individual and team successes.

Benefits: At Fanatics, we’re dedicated to supporting you in all aspects of work and life; as such we offer a range of competitive benefits tailored to each country in which we operate. Specific details regarding the benefits package applicable to your location will be shared and discussed during the interview process.