Head of Brand Partnerships

About Ministry of Sound

Ministry of Sound has built iconic, globally recognized music brands over more than 35 years, pioneering industry innovation and embracing an entrepreneurial spirit. Beyond music, the company operates diverse businesses across membership, hospitality, events, workspaces, and entertainment sectors, continually evolving to create exceptional experiences and standout brands.

At this exciting phase, the organization is investing in talent development, fostering a culture of curiosity, creativity, and collaboration to shape future growth.

Role Overview

As Head of Brand Partnerships, you will lead the creative development of collaborative brand campaigns across Ministry of Sound's ecosystem including music, nightlife, fitness, live events, hospitality, and lifestyle products. The role demands generating innovative partnership concepts and guiding brands and agencies through execution to elevate Ministry of Sound’s cultural impact and reach new audiences.

Responsibilities

• Define and champion the creative vision for brand partnerships, producing culturally relevant campaign ideas anchored in deep audience insight and trends.
• Create compelling briefs and narratives that inspire internal teams, agencies, and external partners, translating brand goals into impactful creative concepts.
• Collaborate with external agencies on deliverables, pricing, and contractual terms while managing the brand partnership budget comprehensively, including tracking KPIs and reporting.
• Ensure adherence to contract obligations, standards, and objectives, fostering strong partner relationships and identifying growth opportunities.
• Lead ideation sessions and manage external agencies, maintaining creative alignment with Ministry of Sound’s brand tone and values throughout activations.
• Drive partnership strategies from conceptualization through to final delivery, coordinating cross-functional teams to uphold creative integrity and brand consistency.

Qualifications & Skills

• Proven expertise in developing creative brand partnerships or campaigns within music, entertainment, culture, or lifestyle domains.
• Ability to generate and clearly articulate creative ideas rapidly through decks, presentations, and briefs.
• Excellent communication, storytelling, and conceptual writing talents.
• Strong cultural awareness and understanding of youth culture, nightlife, music, fitness, and broader lifestyle trends.
• Collaborative work style with internal creative and operational teams, committed to innovation and culturally driven brand experiences.

Benefits

• Complimentary Ministry of Sound gym membership and access to fitness classes and wellness events.
• Free GP access, prescription services, 24/7 counseling helpline, and wellbeing monitoring via Thrive app.
• Life assurance, online health assessments, and family-friendly benefits including enhanced maternity and adoption leave.
• Financial perks such as annual bonus, staff referral scheme, season ticket loan, and cycle to work program.
• Workplace culture benefits including access to cultural events, family & friends discounts, dog-friendly office, free lunch and refreshments, hospitality rewards, and a birthday leave day.

Additional Information

This is a permanent, full-time position based onsite at Ministry of Sound offices in SE1, London, requiring a Monday to Friday presence. The salary offered ranges from £60,000 to £80,000 annually depending on experience.