Athlete Manager

About the Role

JSW Sports Pvt Ltd is hiring an Athlete Manager in New Delhi. This on-site position sits within the spectator sports industry and focuses on supporting athletes across performance, commercial, and personal development areas.

Role Overview

The Athlete Manager acts as the central point of coordination for a group of athletes. The job involves keeping training, competition travel, sponsorship duties, media activity, and welfare needs aligned so athletes can perform well and grow their careers.

Key Responsibilities

You will manage day-to-day athlete relationships, coordinate operations around performance and competition, handle commercial and brand commitments, support media and communications activity, and help with welfare, planning, and stakeholder coordination. The role also includes maintaining records, tracking engagements, and preparing regular updates and compliance documentation.

Athlete Relationship Management

• Act as the main contact for assigned athletes and support their ongoing needs.
• Build a detailed understanding of each athlete’s performance targets, ambitions, and personal circumstances.
• Develop reliable working relationships with athletes, coaches, support teams, and family members where relevant.
• Offer consistent guidance on both professional and personal matters.

Performance and Operations Coordination

• Plan and coordinate competition calendars, travel, lodging, logistics, and training requirements.
• Work closely with coaches, performance specialists, medical professionals, nutrition experts, psychologists, and other support personnel.
• Track athlete progress and resolve operational issues quickly.
• Help athletes stay on course toward short-term and long-term performance goals.

Commercial and Brand Management

• Manage sponsorship duties, endorsements, public appearances, and other brand-related commitments.
• Ensure athletes meet their contractual obligations to sponsors and partners.
• Partner with the commercial team to spot and implement income-generating opportunities.
• Support the development and strengthening of each athlete’s personal brand.

Media and Communication

• Organize interviews, speaking opportunities, public appearances, and content collaborations.
• Support athletes in handling public visibility and interactions with stakeholders.
• Coordinate with communications teams to improve athlete reach and engagement.

Athlete Welfare and Development

• Champion athlete well-being and long-term development.
• Assist with career planning, education, financial awareness, and transition planning.
• Address athlete concerns early and proactively.
• Help maintain a safe, encouraging, and professional environment.

Stakeholder Management

• Maintain productive relationships with federations, leagues, teams, sponsors, agents, and other stakeholders.
• Represent both the organization and athletes professionally in every interaction.
• Act as a communication link between athletes and internal teams.

Reporting and Administration

• Keep accurate records of athlete profiles, contracts, schedules, and engagement tracking.
• Prepare regular reports covering activities, milestones, and commercial obligations.
• Ensure alignment with organizational rules and contractual terms.

Experience and Qualifications

This role calls for 3 to 4 years of experience in athlete management, sports operations, talent management, sports marketing, or a closely related area. Experience with elite athletes, sports teams, federations, or agencies is preferred.