Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. Team
NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world’s best athletes. It’s a place where passionate individuals come together to create the future of sport. We are unapologetic about who we are and what we’re after—bringing innovation and inspiration to every athlete* in the world. We look for athletes who can push boundaries, elevate our potential and continue leading us to greatness. The next tastemakers, playmakers, risk takers and glue players. Are you game?
At Nike, Sportswear sits at the intersection of sport, style and culture. As Lead Professional, Brand Marketing, Nike Sportswear, UK & Ireland, you'll help shape how Nike connects with consumers across one of the brand's most influential and culturally dynamic marketplaces.
You'll bring the Nike Sportswear vision to life through storytelling, experiences and cultural connections that deepen consumer affinity, drive relevance and strengthen Nike's position in the marketplace.
Who You'll Work With
You'll be part of the UK & Ireland Brand Marketing team, reporting to the Senior Manager, UK & Ireland Brand Marketing. You'll work closely with Brand Creative, Sports Marketing, Energy Marketing, Retail Marketing, Communications, Social & Digital, Sales and Marketplace teams to deliver integrated consumer experiences.
You'll also build strong relationships with external partners, communities and cultural voices across the territory while maintaining close connections with EMEA Nike Sportswear and Global teammates.
Who We're Looking For
We're looking for an experienced brand marketeer with a passion for sport, style and culture, a curiosity for the consumer, and a strong instinct for uncovering insights and stories that deepen Nike's connection with the next generation.
You'll combine strategic thinking, cultural fluency and creativity with strong executional excellence. You'll know how to turn consumer and marketplace insights into impactful work that strengthens brand connection and cultural relevance.
You'll thrive in collaborative environments, influence across functions and build strong partnerships internally and externally. You'll embody Nike's values, bring a growth mindset and be comfortable operating in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment.
You'll bring:
Experience in brand marketing and/or brand management, with a strong focus on integrated marketing.
Proven success developing consumer-led campaigns, experiences and marketing strategies.
Strong understanding of the UK & Ireland consumer landscape, including London's influence on sport, style and culture.
Experience building relationships with external partners, communities, talent and organisations.
Ability to influence across functions and drive alignment without direct authority.
Strong strategic thinking and the ability to translate insights into marketing opportunities.
Excellent communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills.
Passion for sport, culture and product, with an eye for emerging trends.
Adaptability and a willingness to embrace change.
What You'll Work On
As the Lead Professional, Brand Marketing, Nike Sportswear, UK & Ireland, you'll drive the Nike Sportswear offence across the marketplace through integrated marketing campaigns, consumer experiences and cultural connections.
Key responsibilities include:
Bringing the Nike Sportswear vision to life through seasonal marketing plans and key marketplace moments.
Translating EMEA and Global priorities into locally relevant stories, experiences and campaigns.
Identifying consumer and cultural opportunities and turning insights into impactful marketing initiatives.
Leading integrated campaigns from strategy through execution with key cross-functional partners.
Gathering consumer and marketplace insights to inform future opportunities and priorities.
Building authentic relationships with cultural leaders, communities and partners.
Partnering across marketing and marketplace functions to deliver a connected consumer offence.
While focused on Nike Sportswear, you'll have opportunities to contribute to broader UK & Ireland marketing priorities as business needs evolve.
Application Closing Date: 1st September 2026
OUR HIRING GAME PLAN
01 Apply
Our teams are made up of diverse skillsets, knowledge bases, inputs, ideas and backgrounds. We want you to find your fit – review job descriptions, departments and teams to discover the role for you.
02 Meet a Recruiter or Take an Assessment
If selected for a corporate role, a recruiter will reach out to start your interview process and be your main contact throughout the process. For retail roles, you’ll complete an interactive assessment that includes a chat and quizzes and takes about 10-20 minutes to complete. No matter the role, we want to learn about you – the whole you – so don’t shy away from how you approach world-class service and what makes you unique.
03 Interview
Go into this stage confident by doing your research, understanding what we are looking for and being prepared for questions that are set up to learn more about you, and your background.