Network Growth & Partnerships Manager

AFL; Australia; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extra time off

Parental leave

Wellbeing program

Fitness facilities access

Discounted membership

Learning programs

Partner discounts

Flexi memberships

Onsite parking

Job summary

Essendon Football Club (AFL) seeks an energetic EFC Network Account Manager to drive membership growth, secure sponsorship revenue and expand the network's reach in Australia. You will nurture senior-level relationships, manage a portfolio of business members and partner with sponsors to deliver mutual value.

You’ll develop and execute sales strategies, build a strong pipeline, and connect executives to create meaningful B2B outcomes across the network.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development, sales, sponsorship, partnerships or account management.
• Demonstrated track record of achieving revenue and growth targets.
• Experience developing and implementing sales strategies and growth initiatives.
• Strong prospecting, networking and relationship-building capability.
• Confidence engaging with senior executives, business owners and decision-makers.
• Exceptional communication, presentation and negotiation skills.
• Ability to identify opportunities, connect people and create commercial value.
• Proactive, self-motivated and results-driven approach.
• Genuine passion for relationship building and helping businesses succeed.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales and growth strategies for the EFC Network.
• Drive EFC Network business membership acquisition and sponsorship revenue through proactive business development.
• Build, manage and maintain a healthy sales pipeline of prospective members and partners.
• Identify, pitch and secure new sponsorship and commercial partnership opportunities for the EFC Network.
• Manage relationships with existing members, ensuring they receive exceptional value and service.
• Develop a deep understanding of member objectives and actively facilitate introductions and business opportunities that support their goals.
• Create compelling proposals, presentations and partnership recommendations.
• Connect executives, business owners and decision-makers to generate meaningful B2B outcomes across the network.
• Represent the Club and EFC Network at events, functions and networking opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to maximise commercial and relationship outcomes.

Skills

Business development

Sponsorship

Account management

Sales pipeline

Relationship building

Job description

Essendon Football Club (AFL) seeks an energetic EFC Network Account Manager to drive membership growth, secure sponsorship revenue and expand the network's reach in Australia. You will nurture senior-level relationships, manage a portfolio of business members and partner with sponsors to deliver mutual value.

You’ll develop and execute sales strategies, build a strong pipeline, and connect executives to create meaningful B2B outcomes across the network.