Manager, College

About OneTeam PartnersOneTeam Partners (OneTeam) is a global leader in sports licensing, marketing, sponsorship, and media, specializing in commercializing group licensing rights for college and professional athletes. Established in 2019, OneTeam is a joint venture between the NFL Players Association (NFLPA), MLB Players Association (MLBPA) Women’s National Basketball Players Association (WNBPA), MLS Players Association (MLSPA), and U. S. Women’s National Soccer Team Players Association (USWNTPA), with backing from HPS General Atlantic, and Morgan Stanley Tactical. OneTeam represents the exclusive group name, image, and likeness rights for the playing members of these associations, as well as those from the NWSL Players Association (NWSLPA), U. S. skillset: thriving in hands-on, detail-oriented operational work while also excelling in external partnership management. Working cross-functionally with teams across Licensing, Legal, Technology, and Business Operations, this role will ensure accuracy, consistency, and high performance across all aspects of the college program. about empowering college athletes. Key ResponsibilitiesOperations & ExecutionOwn day-to-day operational processes for the college licensing program, including roster updates, athlete onboarding, data management, and program execution across high-volume workflows. Maintain and update core systems (e.g, COMPASS and DLH) while ensuring data integrity for athlete, school, and licensee information; dig into discrepancies, transfers, eligibility changes, and syncing issues. Track key deliverables and timelines for product launches and promotional activity; ensure cross-functional teams and schools are aligned on timing and requirements. University Partnership ManagementServe as the primary point of contact for university/school partners, responding promptly to inquiries on roster management, payments, athlete performance, program participation, and overall satisfaction. benefits, athlete opt-in/performance metrics, revenue distributions, and success stories to strengthen school relationships and drive continued engagement. Conduct proactive outreach to schools, agencies, and high-impact athletes to support quality-of-rights expansion, onboarding, and program growth. Technology & Partner Support Act as operational support and liaison between OneTeam and key technology platforms to support the College NIL program. Troubleshoot issues related to athlete/school access, roster syncing, and product approvals in collaboration with internal teams and vendors. Support implementation and ongoing maintenance of the college NIL technology platform, including process documentation and partner training. Stakeholder CoordinationPartner with internal teams (Legal, Licensing, Finance, Business Operations, and Sponsorship) to support smooth execution of agreements and product activations. Build strong working relationships with college partners, schools, licensees, athlete representatives, and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment and satisfaction. Assist with school, agency and athlete outreach in support of quality-of-rights efforts and onboarding of high-impact athletes. Process Improvement & Strategic SupportIdentify opportunities to improve internal workflows, tools, and partner experiences. Collaborate with the Senior Director and leadership team to inform strategic planning, OKR tracking, and program reporting. Support preparation for college-related pitch materials, presentations, and industry events. Additional DutiesOther projects and duties as assigned. Key Skills, Experience and Qualifications:Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience4+ years of experience in college athletics, sports licensing, NIL, or a related fieldProven ability to manage operational workflows with a strong attention to detailHigh level skill and comfort with creating and delivering external presentationsExperience working with external partners, vendors, or clients in a professional settingComfort with systems such as CRMs, licensing platforms (e. qualifications. benefits, paid vacation, and a 401k plan. skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law. Working Conditions This role may be performed remotely or from a professional office environment, with occasional travel for team meetings, industry events, or college partner visits. equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to veteran/military status, race, color, religion, sex/gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), alienage or citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.