Business Development Manager, International Growth
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER, INTERNATIONAL GROWTH
Working for Cricket Australia means that you become a part of Australia’s proud history and help us look toward the future. We are seeking to drive bold, transformative change in digital experiences, junior participation, culturally diverse inclusion, gender equality and sustainability, whilst also reimagining the W/BBL, building player connection through storytelling and playing our part in developing the game globally.
Our purpose is clear; to unite and inspire everyone to love and play cricket. Cricket is so much more than just a game; it brings people together and binds us all through our shared experiences.
This is your opportunity to join a purpose led organisation that truly makes a difference to Australians.
ABOUT THE ROLE
This is an exciting time for us, as we have created a new opportunity for a Business Development Manager, International Growth within our Broadcast and Commercial department. We’re looking for someone to have territory responsibility for Cricket Australia’s commercial, audience and strategic growth efforts in India and other international territories where new value can be generated for Australian Cricket. If you consider yourself to be a high-performing commercial leader with experience growing commercial growth from new territories, we want to hear from you. We have big ambitions for this space, so we’re looking for drive, passion, and energy to bring our plans to life.
You’ll be responsible for:
- Building relationships with potential commercial partners internationally, particularly in India, both directly and through sales representatives, and connecting ‘warm leads’ with the CA Commercial Sales team
- Working collaboratively with the CA Commercial Sales team to develop new sponsor opportunities that are valued appropriately, targeted, and customised using outstanding market knowledge
- Working closely with the CA broadcast team and third parties to create and deliver optimised and customised live broadcast products for international cricket fans
- Taking the lead in developing India B2B and fan facing event and activation plans outside Australia for FY25 and beyond
- Having oversight over activity across Australian Cricket to ensure a high level of cooperation and coordination in planning and execution of commercial efforts to deliver the best possible commercial return
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- Relevant tertiary qualifications for example, commerce, international trade degree
- Demonstrated sales and Business Development experience with businesses based in India
- Understanding of the Indian market, including commercial and industry dynamics, sports and media landscape, local regulatory environment, governing model and business etiquette
- Outstanding stakeholder management skills across diverse segments including; commercial partners, government, administrators and industry groups
- You will have a strong commercial mindset that can look around corners
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
Our employees at Cricket are gifted an additional week of leave at the end of the season! As a CA employee, you will also have other benefits including:
- Tickets to the Cricket for you to take your friends and family and experience Australia’s favourite game!
- A flexible working environment, meaning we strike the balance of what you need and what works for the business (this isn’t limited to working remotely)
- Discounts from our partners such as ASICS and salary packaging options
- A multitude of leave types including paid parental leave and volunteer leave
OUR CULTURE
Cricket is a sport for all Australians and our workplace reflects that. We recognise our differences are our strength and a diverse and inclusive workforce is fundamental to our success. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people of colour, gender, LGBTIQ+ people, people with diverse religious beliefs and people with a disability to apply. Our culture is founded on our values:
- Aspire
- Respect
- Lead together
Australian Cricket, including Cricket Australia, is committed to being a child safe organisation and requires all team members to hold a valid Working with Children Check.
If you need assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application process, please contact *******@cricket.com.au
Please submit your application via the link by 5pm, Sunday 30 June. In the meantime, follow us on our socials via Instagram @cricketaustralia, via X @cricketaus and via our website https://www.cricket.com.au/