About Us
The NBL Group, in partnership with the Wollemi Capital Group Syndicate, is redefining the future of women's basketball in Australia. The Women's National Basketball League (WNBL) is poised for an exciting transformation, with a new ownership structure, an elevated game, and a new level of excitement with the goal of being a global leader in women's sport.
We're recruiting a variety of new roles in advance of the WNBL 2025/26 season - a move reflecting a strategic effort to enhance the management and operations of the WNBL, ensuring it aligns with broader goals for growth, visibility, and competitive success within women's basketball.
What You'll Do
As Commercial Manager, you will drive revenue growth through strategic sales activities, brand partnerships, and business development while managing the sales pipeline and creating partnership proposals.
You'll play a key role in achieving the league's commercial objectives and integrating new partnerships into the League's strategy.
Key Responsibilities:
Sales & Revenue Generation
* Develop and manage a robust sales pipeline, identifying high-potential brands and agencies that align with WNBL's goals
* Conduct day-to-day sales activities including collateral development, sales negotiations, asset creation, and contract management
* Execute sales strategies to secure new commercial partners and expand existing partnerships, meeting or exceeding revenue targets
Relationship Management
* Build and maintain strong relationships with brands, agencies, media partners, and WNBL teams
* Act as a trusted point of contact for commercial partners, representing the WNBL professionally
* Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure buy-in for all commercial solutions
Strategic Development & Execution
* Partner with the Chief Growth Officer to develop and execute the WNBL commercial strategy
* Lead the development of compelling partnership proposals and pitch documents tailored to brand objectives
* Identify, develop, and commercialize new products, programs, and services in collaboration with stakeholders
Performance & Reporting
* Set, monitor, and report on performance targets, delivering insights on financial and operational outcomes
* Oversee contract management, ensuring contractual agreements are met and align with WNBL's objectives
What You Bring
We're looking for someone with:
* Minimum 5 years of experience in sports sales, media advertising, or related field
* Proven experience in developing successful commercial partnerships and achieving revenue targets
* Familiarity with the sports industry, preferably with experience in women's sports
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills with ability to build productive professional relationships
* Excellent time management with ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines
* High-level judgement, discretion, and diplomacy, especially in negotiations and relationship management
* Strong strategic mindset with ability to proactively identify and pitch new commercial opportunities
Why Join Us?
* Shape the Future of Women's Basketball: Be part of a groundbreaking transition for the Women's National Basketball League (WNBL) as it enters a historic new era under the leadership of the Wollemi Capital Group Syndicate and NBL.
* Strategic Growth Opportunity: Play a pivotal role in enhancing the visibility, operations, and competitive success of the WNBL ahead of the 2025/26 season.
* Cultural Impact: Contribute to elevating women's sports and creating sustainable opportunities for athletes and communities across Australia.
Why Wait? Seize this opportunity to make a lasting impact on women's sports in Australia. To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter through the link provided.
The WNBL is dedicated to championing diversity and inclusion. We wholeheartedly embrace individual differences and warmly welcome all qualified applicants to apply, including First Nations peoples.
