License Owner, Johannesburg

Stranger Soccer; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global soccer franchise is seeking a License Owner in Johannesburg who will own and operate the local business. The ideal candidate is passionate about soccer and possesses an entrepreneurial spirit, eager to recruit and manage a small team. Responsibilities include launching the brand, engaging in creative marketing, and overseeing game operations. This role offers a unique opportunity to combine a love for soccer with business ownership. Applicants should demonstrate a strong connection to their local soccer scene.

Qualifications

• Strong connection to local soccer scene.
• Business background in management and customer service.
• Commitment to scaling the brand in the market.
• Hunger to succeed and driven by financial performance.

Responsibilities

• Bring the Stranger Soccer brand to life in Johannesburg.
• Recruit and lead a small central team and freelance Official Hosts.
• Identify prime slots at venues for games.
• Engage in sales and marketing to introduce customers.
• Oversee game schedules to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Leverage support from the Singapore headquarters.

Skills

Passion for soccer

Business management

Customer service

Entrepreneurial spirit

Sales and marketing

Job description

License Owner – Johannesburg

Passionate about soccer AND about business? Stranger Soccer is expanding to key cities around the world. We are looking for a License Owner to open and operate the Stranger Soccer business in Johannesburg.

This is not your traditional management job — it is truly built for someone that wants to own and operate their own business (that happens to make the world's greatest sport accessible to everyone). This role is ideally suited for an adventurous and soccer‑passionate entrepreneur.

Responsibilities

• Bring the Stranger Soccer brand and business to life for the assigned city
• Recruit, train, and lead a small central team (2–3 persons) as well as a few freelance Official Hosts (game hosts) to kick off the operation
• Identify and secure prime slots at football venues to run Stranger Soccer games
• Engage in creative sales and marketing digital and hands‑on to introduce customers to the platform as a convenient and preferred way to play
• Oversee a schedule of games, ensuring customers are delighted with each game they play, and keep coming back for more
• Take advantage of the strong backing and direction of Singapore headquarters, where an operations and technology team is ready to support you

Qualifications

• A passion for soccer, and a strong connection to your local soccer scene
• A business background, ideally in management and customer service
• An entrepreneurial background or spirit
• A commitment to owning, driving, and scaling the Stranger Soccer brand in the assigned market
• A hunger to succeed: financial compensation for this role will be proportionate to hard work, business acumen, and effectiveness

About Stranger Soccer

With 3.5 billion football enthusiasts in over 200 countries, football is the most popular sport in the world. Stranger Soccer (www.strangersoccer.com) makes playing football as easy as going for a jog or to the gym. Browse dozens of games on its acclaimed Mobile App. Book a slot. Turn up and play. In 2017, Stranger Soccer has quickly transformed the sports & recreation scene in Singapore and is now the #1‑way people play football and futsal in the country, amassing tens of thousands of registered users purchasing thousands of slots every week.

How to Apply

Please visit www.strangersoccer.com and use the “Bring Stranger Soccer to your City” section to learn more and fill out the form to express your interest. Be sure to download and explore the Stranger Soccer mobile app as well.

Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa