At Manchester United our aim is to Win the United Way – and the quality of our behind-the scenes team sets us apart from the competition.

Our people are as committed to the success of the company as the players are to winning trophies. We offer a unique and exciting working environment, excellent training, with recognition and rewards for the part each individual plays. Sounding good so far?

The Purpose:

This role is to provide bespoke research and analysis to support Alliances and Partnerships.

The Role:

• Developing a sound grasp of the range of research resources available to the team, and building a good working knowledge of the most regularly used sources.


• Analysing large data sets to provide credible arguments for use in sales presentations.


• Undertaking market research to support sales arguments.


• Supporting on Partnerships data requests, including market data and activation results.


• Using Partner results to create compelling case studies for the sales process.


• Creating Keynote presentations for the Sales or Partnerships team.


• Proof-checking data and sources.


• Being adaptable, dealing with a varied and challenging range of requests from across the business.

The Person

• No previous experience necessary.


• Degree 2:1 level or above in relevant subject preferable (e.g. History, Maths, Economics).


• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to manage large data sets and pick out positive data to craft a compelling story.


• Strong desk and internet research skills, with a willingness to find new data/research.


• A dependable and enthusiastic attitude.


• Ability to think logically and strategically.


• Determination and commitment when working through large pieces of work.


• A team-player, able to collaborate and build relationships with key stakeholders throughout the Club.


• The ability to work in an independent and self-confident manner.


• Confident in the operation of the Microsoft Office suite of programs, including Word, PowerPoint and Excel.


• Experience using Keynote preferable but not essential.


• A good degree of business acumen and the ability to spot commercial opportunities.


• Candidate should demonstrate pride and passion in working for Manchester United.