- Join a passionate, collaborative and supportive team and culture.
- Work for a league entering its most exciting phase of growth.
- Office based on Queens Road in Melbourne
About the Company:The National Basketball League (NBL) is a world-renowned basketball organization, home to some of the globe's premier athletes. As a leader in sports entertainment, we operate an innovative media platform and are dedicated to achieving new heights of success and growth. Our vision is to be the most entertaining sports experience for fans, through bold innovation and partnerships, to become the fastest growing league globally.NBL Values:
- Always Think Big. Be courageous, open to new ideas, and embrace continuous learning.
- Be Accountable. Take ownership, seek help when needed, and understand the importance of results.
- Integrity is Key. Act ethically, honestly, and keep commitments.
- Show Respect. Demonstrate care, actively listen, seek to understand, and value diverse opinions.
- We are Fans too. Have fun, consider the fan experience, and share the love of the game.
- One Team. Communicate effectively, trust each other, celebrate victories, and build strong relationships.
About the Opportunity:In the role of
Partnerships Manager, you'll be responsible for maintaining strong relationships with our key stakeholders to deliver expectational experiences, driving value for our partners. Reporting to the Executive GM Partnerships, you'll play an integral part of enabling the NBL to secure, grow and better leverage corporate partnerships.
Key Responsibilities:- Lead a portfolio of partnership accounts, managing day-to-day partner activities such as: planning, coordinating approvals, promotional development, media planning, marketing activity, events and activations, and financials.
- Fulfill contractual partnership benefits, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.
- Collaborate with partners to establish strategic partnership plans with shared objectives and metrics.
- Ensure successful deliverables by understanding and managing partner expectations.
- Maximize partners broadcast and digital media integration, focusing on data acquisition.
- Facilitate commercial partner requirements and campaign support with NBL players, talent, and ambassadors.
- Identify and pitch new revenue opportunities and strategic growth initiatives.
- Build and enhance trustful relationships with partners and their agencies.
- Develop strong internal relationships for cross-functional collaboration.
- Educate the business on partnership objectives and ensure awareness of contractual entitlements.
- Create customized engagement plans to strengthen partner relationships at all levels.
- Manage partnership budgets, including revenue, expenses, and invoicing.
- Accurately measure, monitor, and report on partnership performance.
- Monitor industry trends to support partnership retention and growth.
About You:You are a passionate and driven team player who embodies our values and mission. In addition you'll have:
- 5 years’ experience in sponsorship, sales and/or advertising.
- Bachelors degree in marketing, business or related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
- Excellent interpersonal relationships and time management skills.
- Exceptional diplomacy, discretion and judgement.
- Ability to proactively identify and pitch new commercial opportunities.
- Ability to balance multiple priorities and deliver programs with a specified budget.
APPLY NOW by submitting your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and alignment with NBL values.Applications close: EOD Sunday 14/07/2024The National Basketball League is dedicated to championing diversity and inclusion. We wholeheartedly embrace individual differences and warmly welcome all qualified applicants to apply, including First Nations peoples.
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