Jake Smales

Jake Smales is a seasoned professional in the sports industry, currently serving as the Commercial Strategy and Insights Manager at Chelsea Football Club since March 2024. Prior experience includes a role as the Senior Partnership Research and Insights Executive at Arsenal F.C, where Jake contributed to the club's partnership strategy focused on revenue generation and retention. Previous positions encompass roles at Manchester United as a Commercial Research Assistant, features writer for Get French Football News, and football analyst at both Pythia Sports and Apex Trading Analytics. Jake's early career involved social media management for Engrossed in Football magazine and translating for Sevilla FC's social media channels. An English Language Assistant at the British Council further demonstrates Jake's teaching experience, while a BA in Modern Languages from the University of Oxford underscores a strong academic foundation.