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Form of workCommercial Officer
The Ipswich Jets, one of the prominent sporting clubs in Queensland, is seeking a dynamic and proactive Commercial Officer to join our team.
This unique and rare opportunity offers a gateway into the dynamic realm of sports administration.
Reporting directly to and working closely with the Chief Executive Officer, you will spearhead the club's commercial endeavors, primarily focusing on achieving revenue targets through sponsorships (retaining/upgrading/new), managing hospitality, overseeing events, and identifying new revenue streams.
The Ipswich Jets, which have competed in the Queensland state-wide HostPlus Cup competition for over four decades, also participate in the Hart Sapphire Series Netball competition, making this role multifaceted across two sporting codes.
You will have the chance to make a significant impact within the community, region, and sports landscape.
About The Role:
Your responsibilities will include:
- Developing and executing a long-term sustainable commercial growth strategy
- Achieving budgetary targets related to Commercial Income and Sponsorship Income
- Enhancing existing revenue streams and identifying new business opportunities
- Ensuring all logo positions on jerseys and dresses are filled annually
- Planning and negotiating partnership agreements while delivering exceptional service to partners
- Designing innovative marketing strategies and managing digital, social media, and email marketing activities, including content creation
- Documenting all dealings and contract fulfillments via external CRM
- Assisting in delivering events, activations, and enhancing the game day experience
- Cultivating strong relationships with partners, the community, players, staff, and brand stakeholders
- Managing the Corporate Hospitality area on game day to the highest standard
About You - Essential Criteria:
- Previous experience in a commercial or sales role with a proven track record of revenue growth and new revenue development
- Marketing experience, including campaign delivery across traditional, digital, and social media platforms
- Commercial acumen and negotiation skills
- Creativity in delivering engaging activations and events
- Strong work ethic and familiarity with high-performance cultures
- Understanding of high-standard administration, statistics, analytics, and reporting
Additional Requirements:
- Excellent written, verbal, and relationship-building skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft programs
- Preferred: Knowledge of the sports industry, including rugby league landscape
The Ipswich Jets set the standard in the industry, leading rather than following. As we continue to grow, your proactive approach and work ethic must align with our ethos. We value family, respect, trust, honesty, hard work, loyalty and community, offering a supportive environment for your growth and development.
Now is an excellent opportunity to join our team, with much groundwork already laid for 2024. Therefore, you will have the time to establish relationships, assess our environment, and implement your ideas for the future.
If this role resonates with you, apply now. This position offers a combination of annual salary and incentives, with occasional weekend work expected during the season (February to September) and occasional weeknights in the other months. Some working from home can be accommodated.
To apply, submit your resume and a cover letter (as an attachment, not filled in in on seek) addressing the essential criteria by Sunday, April 14. Attention to detail is crucial, starting from the application process outlined. Only successful applicants who adhere to this process will be contacted for an interview.
