Promotions & Partnerships Lead — Flexible, Rugby Perks

NZ Rugby; Auckland; On-site; NZD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Environment

Rugby Tickets

Sports Apparel Discounts

Wellbeing

5 weeks Annual Leave

Job summary

NZ Rugby is seeking a Commercial Promotions & Operations Lead to drive the planning, delivery and execution of promotions, activations and player access across all Teams in Black. You will balance partner needs with team programmes and player welfare, owning the commercial calendar and budgets.

Based in Auckland, this permanent, full-time role offers flexible working options and the chance to influence partnerships at every level, including major events such as Rugby World Cup and the British &

Qualifications

• At least five years’ experience in a commercial, sponsorship, marketing or agency environment.
• Strong grasp of contractual rights, activations and budget management.
• Experience with a sports rights holder or in player marketing is advantageous.
• Highly organized, calm under pressure and capable of engaging with senior stakeholders.
• Willing to travel and work outside standard hours including Test Match days.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and delivery of promotions, activations and player commercial access across all Teams in Black.
• Own the Commercial Calendar and manage budgets for promotions, appearances and memorabilia.
• Lead a range of programmes across the organisation and drive partner communications and onboarding.
• Build systems and processes to deliver consistently well; support major projects and pinnacle events (Rugby World Cup, British & Irish Lions).

Skills

Commercial experience

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Project coordination

Job description

NZ Rugby is seeking a Commercial Promotions & Operations Lead to drive the planning, delivery and execution of promotions, activations and player access across all Teams in Black. You will balance partner needs with team programmes and player welfare, owning the commercial calendar and budgets.

Based in Auckland, this permanent, full-time role offers flexible working options and the chance to influence partnerships at every level, including major events such as Rugby World Cup and the British &