Are you ready to take your career to the next level and work for one of the biggest clubs in the NRL? If you're passionate about sport, love working in a fun and team-oriented environment and want to be part of a Club that's making a difference, then the Parramatta Eels could be the perfect fit for you!
At the Parramatta Eels, we're all about uplifting lives, delivering unforgettable moments, and bringing communities together. Our employees are the driving force behind our success, and we're looking for talented and enthusiastic individuals to join our team.
Our Club values are accountability, being all-in, respect, and united - and we live and breathe these values every day. We're committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace culture, where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and grow. Apply now and become part of the pride of the Rising West!
About the role
We are seeking an outstanding Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) to join our Executive Management Team. Reporting directly to the CEO, the CCO will be responsible for leading and executing the Club’s commercial strategy, driving revenue growth across all verticals, and delivering long-term value for the Parramatta Eels.
Overseeing the key pillars of Sponsorship, Hospitality, Membership, Ticketing, Marketing, Digital, Content, and Data Analytics, the CCO will lead a high-performing team and play a pivotal role in shaping the Club’s market presence, brand impact, and stakeholder engagement.
Key Responsibilities
- Enhance and execute a dynamic commercial strategy aligned with the Club’s overarching goals.
- Lead all revenue-generating activities across sponsorship, hospitality, membership, and ticketing.
- Build and maintain strong, value-driven corporate partnerships.
- Drive innovative marketing, digital, and content strategies to strengthen brand presence and fan engagement.
- Champion membership and ticketing initiatives to grow and retain our supporter base.
- Utilise data and analytics to optimise commercial performance and inform strategic decisions.
- Foster a high-performing, collaborative, and innovative commercial team culture.
What skills will you possess?
- Proven senior leadership experience in a commercial role within the sports, entertainment, or related sectors.
- A track record of delivering commercial growth through sponsorship acquisition, corporate partnerships, and business development.
- Strong understanding of consumer engagement strategies across membership, ticketing, and digital platforms.
- Extensive Stakeholder management experience at the c-suite level.
- Experience in marketing, brand strategy, and content development.
- Strong analytical skills with experience leveraging data to drive business outcomes.
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and leadership capabilities.
- A strategic thinker who can operationally execute and lead in a dynamic environment.
- A natural leader with a passion for building and inspiring high-performing teams.
If you are a visionary commercial leader ready to take the Parramatta Eels to new heights, we want to hear from you.
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Applications Close: Friday, 16th May 2025.