Strategic Events & Security Lead - Sports League

Everi Pty; Sydney; Hybride; AUD 120 000 - 160 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Hybrid work arrangement

Résumé du poste

The Australian Professional Leagues (APL) is seeking an Events and Security Manager reporting to the Head of Football Operations. The role defines how events fit into our strategy, shaping the calendar and leading end-to-end delivery of major events with fan engagement, revenue and brand outcomes.

You will collaborate across Marketing, Commercial, Football Operations and Executives to deliver Finals Series, Dolan Warren Awards, Season Launches and international tours, while upholding security

Qualifications

• Qualifications in Event Management, marketing or related disciplines, or equivalent work experience.
• 7+ years’ experience in end-to-end events management, preferably in sport.
• Energetic team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong stakeholder management and ability to engage executive-level stakeholders.
• Excellent time management and multi-tasking with attention to detail.
• Budgeting and financial management experience.
• Results-, growth- and performance-driven.
• Fan, customer and client-centric approach.
• Innovative thinker and problem solver.
• A passion for sports is desirable.

Responsabilités

• Develop and execute the annual APL events calendar and plan aligned with overarching strategic and revenue goals.
• Identify and evaluate new event opportunities to support strategic expansion.
• Collaborate with Marketing to establish and deliver the creative direction for all events.
• Oversee full end-to-end event delivery, ensuring high-quality execution and successful outcomes across all elements.
• Define requirements and build efficient project plans to achieve milestone deadlines.
• Lead project teams, monitor operational performance, and drive high standards of quality control and customer service.
• Partner with Marketing, Media & PR, and Broadcast & Content teams to maximize event promotion across traditional and digital channels.
• Lead strategic security operations across the A-Leagues, collaborating with police, venue management, government agencies, and outsourced security providers.
• Maintain and refine the A-Leagues Minimum Security Standards to safeguard all major events.
• Direct security planning and risk assessments for all high-risk and designated medium-risk matches alongside clubs, venue teams, contractors, and law enforcement.
• Ensure full WHS compliance and apply best-practice risk management procedures across all operations.
• Build, manage, and reconcile event P&Ls and budgets, ensuring financial targets are met and costs strictly controlled.
• Negotiate and manage venue and stadium hire agreements to achieve optimal commercial outcomes for APL.
• Procure top-tier suppliers at competitive rates and manage invoice processing with Finance within agreed payment terms.
• Cultivate strong collaborative relationships with internal and external partners, facilitating weekly WIP meetings as needed.
• Conduct post-event debriefs and deliver comprehensive reporting on event efficacy, key learnings, and fan impact to promote ongoing refinement.

Connaissances

Event management

Stakeholder management

Budgeting

Time management

Team player

Communication

Problem solving

Sports enthusiasm

Formation

Sports Management / Business degree

Description du poste

The Australian Professional Leagues (APL) is seeking an Events and Security Manager reporting to the Head of Football Operations. The role defines how events fit into our strategy, shaping the calendar and leading end-to-end delivery of major events with fan engagement, revenue and brand outcomes.

You will collaborate across Marketing, Commercial, Football Operations and Executives to deliver Finals Series, Dolan Warren Awards, Season Launches and international tours, while upholding security