Commercial Insights Specialist

Company description:The AFL is Australia's premier sporting organisation supporting two constantly evolving national competitions, AFL and AFLW. Our purpose is to progress the game, so everyone can share in its heritage and possibilities.We have a strong workforce presence in most States and Territories of Australia including Northern Territory, QLD, NSW / ACT, Victoria and Tasmania.As the AFL/ AFLW competitions continue to grow and evolve at both the elite and community levels, we are focused on ensuring we attract and retain great people in both permanent and casual roles at all levels and within all areas of our industry.Importantly, we aim to reflect the communities where our game is played by recruiting locally where possible to strengthen our connection to the ‘grassroots' of our game. We are also fortunate to have hundreds of passionate volunteers within our industry, offering their time and expertise to help grow our game.The AFL's purchase of Marvel Stadium in Docklands, Melbourne, further diversifies our workforce with more than 1000 casual employees to make every moment matter for our fans and customers.Job description:ABOUT US As an organisation, the AFL works tirelessly in all states and at all levels to enhance and grow the game - from grassroots to elite. Together, we put on the game, deliver important events, communicate with our fans, run community programs, develop coaches and umpires, collaborate with partners, delight members, support clubs and so much more. While our roles may vary, we are all united by a common goal, to progress the game so that everyone can share in its heritage and possibilities. The AFL is committed to promoting and protecting the safety and wellbeing of children and young people in our care. Please note, we undertake several screening processes to ensure this commitment is upheld, this includes ensuring the successful candidate to this position holds a valid employee Working with Children/ Vulnerable People check and a satisfactory criminal history record check. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and firmly believe that diversity and inclusion is an important part of both the AFL and the communities in which we operate. Our game is for everyone, and we strive to be a workplace for everyone. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply. ABOUT THE ROLE The Commercial Insights Specialist is responsible for supporting the creation of new commercial opportunities in line with the AFL commercial objectives. The role will focus on the development of new commercial assets and solutions for existing and prospective corporate partners, as well as identifying and packaging opportunities that emerge across various business departments. The role is suited to an insight led individual, who is able to collate and interpret data to help develop these solutions and ensure that they will drive commercial outcomes for all stakeholders involved. The Commercial Insights Specialist will also be responsible for demonstrating a return on objectives to corporate partners, highlighting their partnership performance and supporting renewal negotiations. A DAY IN THE LIFE OF Key Accountabilities: Demonstrate creative thinking to develop and package new ideas and opportunities in response to partner briefs or business challenges. Collaborate with other departments to identify new opportunities and collate the required information to build the solution. Support in the response to proposals and develop relevant collateral to support commercial initiatives. Lead reporting to corporate partners (including bespoke projects), demonstrating an alignment to their partnership vision and return on their objectives. Aggregate and utilise key data sources to provide actionable insights to corporate partners and key stakeholders across the business. Support in the management and implementation of new ideas, assets and programs. OUR IDEAL TEAM MEMBER Core Competencies: Relevant business experience, preferably with marketing, advertising, insights or sales. Proven ability to conceptualise a brief or asset and package an integrated commercial solution. Understand and interpret qualitative and quantitative data sources to create actionable insights. Ability to construct, curate and deliver strategic and cohesive presentations. Liaise with key internal and external stakeholders to implement new assets and programs. Ability to build trust and work with multiple stakeholders and manage conflicting agendas in complex environments. Demonstrated strategic thinking with the ability to support in the delivery of new solutions. Ability to foster new networks and strategic relationships to build new business opportunities. Mandatory: Minimum 2 years commercial experience, in a marketing, sales or insights related role Proficient in Microsoft Word products (particularly PowerPoint) Superior communication skills - both written and oral. Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to work to tight deadlines. Exceptional attention to detail. Highly developed interpersonal skills, including the ability to bring people together to collaborate on solutions. Demonstrated ability to work autonomously but fit within a team environment. Desirable Marketing, Business, Media, or Public Relations related degree Current knowledge of the global and domestic sports, entertainment and advertising industries. Design capabilities to develop aesthetical presentations and reports OUR CULTURE Please visit www.afl.com.au/careers/our-organisation Applications Close: 11 March 2024 We offer:THE PERKS Play The Day Your Way - a flexible approach to your working life My Development - lean into the AFL's My Development program consisting of on-the-job training, coaching and mentoring, and formal learning Play Well - access to our extensive Health and Wellbeing program centered around our belief in a healthy body, healthy mind, and healthy workplace My Benefits - with thanks to our AFL Corporate Partners, access great benefits and discounts AFL Silver Memberships - permanent team members can access AFL matches at Marvel Stadium and the MCG, enjoy and share the experience of our game with your family and friends!