At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive commercial growth by creating new partnerships and nurturing existing relationships.
- Company: Join the National Basketball League, Australia's top professional basketball competition.
- Benefits: Shape the future of basketball with access to high-profile brands and a performance-focused environment.
- Other info: Melbourne-based role with excellent career growth potential.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in sports by turning opportunities into long-term partnerships.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in commercial management within a major sporting organisation and strong corporate network.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
Some people sell sponsorships. Others build commercial futures. We are growing, and with that growth comes opportunity. This role exists for one reason: to create new revenue generating partnerships that move our League forward. We are not looking for someone to maintain the status quo. We are looking for someone who sees opportunity in the market and feels excited to pursue it. If you know how to turn conversations into meaningful commercial outcomes and relationships into long term growth, we would love to hear from you.
About Us
We are the National Basketball League, Australia’s premier professional basketball competition. We exist to grow the game, elevate our clubs, and create moments that connect fans, partners and communities. Our commercial partnerships play a vital role in that ambition. They support innovation, performance, and expansion. We are in growth mode. That means clearer strategy, deeper relationships and thoughtful commercial thinking.
The Role
This is a commercially important role within our Growth team. You will spend much of your time identifying, pursuing and converting new business opportunities, while also nurturing and expanding key partner relationships.
- Identify and convert new corporate partnership opportunities
- Build relationships with C suite executives and senior decision makers
- Develop tailored proposals that deliver genuine value for money outcomes
- Lead presentations, negotiations and deal structuring
- Proactively generate leads through outreach, LinkedIn and industry events
- Manage and grow existing accounts to maximise retention and expansion
- Measure sales effectiveness and refine strategy based on results
- Collaborate across teams to deliver commercially strong and aligned partnerships
Who We Are Looking For
You are relationship driven and commercially sharp.
- Have 5 or more years' experience in commercial management within a major sporting organisation
- Bring a strong personal network of corporate decision makers
- Can clearly articulate commercial value, not just assets
- Feel confident engaging senior stakeholders
- Think in terms of revenue, margin and sustainable growth
- Balance new business drive with thoughtful account management
- Are organised, proactive and attentive to detail
- Contribute positively to the team around you
Must Have Values
- Operate with integrity in every negotiation and interaction
- Prioritise long term partnerships over short term wins
- Take accountability for outcomes, not just activity
- Work collaboratively as part of a cohesive team
What Is On Offer
- The opportunity to shape the commercial future of Australia’s premier basketball league
- Access to high profile brands and national corporate networks
- A performance focused environment where your impact is visible
- A Melbourne based role within our Growth team
If this feels like the kind of challenge you are ready for, we encourage you to apply. Send us your CV along with a short note about what draws you to commercial growth in sport.
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