Sport Business Development Manager

Lockleaze Sports Centre; Bristol; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant community hub dedicated to transforming lives through sport as a Sports Business Development Manager. This role offers an exciting opportunity to drive growth and maximize the commercial potential of a community sports center. You will develop strategic partnerships, enhance revenue streams, and create impactful opportunities for the community. With a supportive team environment and flexible working arrangements, you will play a key role in shaping the future of sports in Bristol. If you are passionate about sports and community impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Access to free sporting facilities

Extra holiday accrual per year worked

Supportive team environment

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Proven track record in business development, preferably in sport or community-focused organisations.
• Strong understanding of commercial strategy and income generation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a business development strategy aligned with our mission.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities, including partnerships and sponsorships.

Skills

Business Development

Stakeholder Management

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Project Management

Community Engagement

Funding Applications

Commercial Strategy

Education

Degree in Business or Sports Management

Job description

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Championing the power of sport and physical activity to transform people’s lives

Lockleaze Sports Centre

Sports Business Development Manager

Job Title: Sports Business Development Manager

Location: Lockleaze Sports Centre, Bristol

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £29,000 to £34,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Closing Date: Monday 5 th May 2025

About Us

Lockleaze Sports Centre is a vibrant community hub and registered charity dedicated to promoting sports, health, and well-being in North Bristol. With state-of-the-art facilities and a passion for inclusive access to sport, we serve a diverse range of users – from grassroots clubs to elite athletes, schools, and local residents.

The Role

We are seeking an ambitious and dynamic Sports Business Development Manager to drive growth and maximise the commercial potential of Lockleaze Sports Centre. This is a key strategic role that combines business acumen with a passion for community sport. You'll lead on developing partnerships, increasing revenue streams, and creating new opportunities that enhance our impact and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a business development strategy aligned with our mission and growth targets.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities including partnerships, sponsorships, facility hire, and events.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including clubs, schools, businesses, and local authorities.
• Lead on bids and funding applications to support new projects.
• Oversee commercial operations including pricing, marketing, and customer experience.
• Collaborate with the operational team to ensure services meet the needs of the community and partners.
• Monitor financial performance and produce regular reports for the Senior Leadership Team
• Line manage Sports Coordinators and Assistants.
• Proven track record in business development, preferably within sport, leisure, or community-focused organisations.
• Strong understanding of commercial strategy, income generation, and stakeholder management.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to lead projects and work independently to achieve KPIs.
• Passionate about sport, community impact, and social enterprise.
• Knowledge of the local sports and community landscape in Bristol.
• Experience in writing funding bids and securing sponsorships.
• Familiarity with facility management and programming.
• Experience of working within the sport community and/ or charity sector
• Planning and delivering sport events, festivals or tournaments

What We Offer

• Opportunity to shape the future of a growing community sports hub.
• Supportive team environment and flexible working arrangements.
• Access to free sporting facilities.
• Extra holiday accrual per year worked.

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role by Monday 5 th May 2025

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Business Development and Sales

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