- An engaging & flexible workplace, with a strong culture and stand-out perks!
- L&D-oriented, Hockey Australia offers ample opportunities for career development
- Be a part of one of Australia’s most internationally successful elite sports
About Hockey Australia
Hockey Australia is the national governing body for the sport of Hockey, responsible for leading the growth and success of Hockey in Australia. Operating with the highest level of integrity, we drive participation by offering contemporary opportunities to play the game and through the delivery of world class events. We aim to provide the best possible high-performance program and facilities, in addition to unwavering support to our iconic national teams the Kookaburras and the Hockeyroos.
As a strong values-based organisation, our inclusive culture, employee benefits and commitment to learning and development, are the reason why we believe we are an employer of choice in the sporting industry.
About the Role
The Commercial Partnerships Manager is central to the servicing of Hockey Australia (HA)’s valued corporate partners across a year-round program of HA events, programs and digital products including Hockey One League.
The Commercial Partnerships Manager is to manage and service all key non-Government partners as they particularly relate to the National teams (Hockeyroos & Kookaburras), Hockey One League, National Championships, Licensing program, merchandise (online and at events) and various digital assets.
The role has two direct reports and will play a key role in the career development of our Partnerships Coordinator and Partnerships Administrator.
Key Accountabilities
- Develop and maintain a pipeline of prospective partners and an updated contact list and attend networking events.
- Improve offerings, create new assets, and keep a sponsorship matrix to match opportunities with partner needs
- Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and new partners, ensuring all contractual entitlements and deliverables are met.
- Collaborate with the Partnerships Coordinator to nurture corporate partnerships and support the development of athlete appearance plans
- Manage and update the commercial CRM platform, ensuring accurate reflection of partnerships and supporting revenue growth in line with targets.
- Lead and develop the Partnerships team by demonstrating HA Values and managing the Partnerships Coordinator and Partnerships Administrator.
Benefits and Culture
Based at the Melbourne Sports Centre in Parkville, Hockey Australia is an exciting workplace to be a part of with progressive and passionate staff that embody the HA values. In addition, we offer a range of excellent benefits including 5 extra days of annual leave, workplace flexibility, learning and development opportunities, and retail discounts amongst other things. To check out the full list of Work Perks you get as a Hockey Australia employee, follow this link - https://cdn.revolutionise.com.au/cups/hockeyaus/files/cqldj9oh7clanfuj.pdf
Remuneration
Hockey Australia will offer a competitive salary package including superannuation dependent upon the successful applicant's skills and experience.
Experience, Skills and Attributes
- 5-10 years’ experience in a similar role
- A thorough knowledge of best practice and trends in sponsorship, partnerships and risk within the sporting context
- Undergraduate degree preferred but not essential
- Experience with sales CRM software preferred but not essential
- An interest in sport as a participant, volunteer, official or other capacity
