Overview Adelaide United is more than just a football club - we’re a proud club with deep community roots and a bold vision for the future. As Head of Commercial, you’ll lead our commercial strategy, build strong partnerships, and drive growth across South Australia’s business and community networks. If you’re a proven senior commercial leader with a passion for creating impact, this is your opportunity to play a key role in our next chapter. Lead a passionate and results focused team driving game-changing partnerships. Unlock new revenue streams and make a lasting community impact. Exceptional professional development opportunities and vibrant club culture. Core Accountabilities: Drive Commercial Growth: Lead the club’s commercial strategy to achieve sustainable revenue growth across sponsorships, partnerships, and new income streams. Build High-Value Partnerships: Grow and manage a strong commercial pipeline, securing new deals and maximising value from existing relationships. Innovate and Create Impact: Design innovative, market-leading activations and partnership models, from digital monetisation to community-led initiatives. Engage Community & Government Stakeholders: Strengthen ties with corporate partners, government bodies, and the community to unlock funding and collaboration opportunities. Lead and Empower the Team: Inspire the Commercial team and wider club to embrace a commercial mindset and deliver outstanding partner experiences. Ensure Excellence in Delivery: Oversee seamless activation of all commercial agreements, exceeding partner expectations. Provide Strategic Insights: Deliver timely, data-driven reporting to inform club leadership and identify growth opportunities. Champion Continuous Improvement: Keep AUFC ahead of market trends, maintaining our position as the club of choice for commercial partnerships. Skills and Experience Required to Achieve Success: Senior leadership experience (7-10 years) in commercial, partnership, or business development roles. Well-established network across Adelaide and South Australia’s business community, including large enterprises and SMEs. Track record of driving revenue growth and managing high-value partnerships. Resilience and focus , with the ability to maintain momentum towards ambitious targets in a fast-paced environment. Entrepreneurial mindset , combined with strong commercial acumen and financial literacy. Outstanding relationship management, communication, time management, and negotiation skills. Experience working in organisations reliant on sponsorship and partnerships as core revenue streams - ideally in sport, events, or purpose-led sectors. Why AUFC? High profile commercial leadership role Join the executive team and play a pivotal role in the club’s success Opportunity to earn performance based incentives Strong connected team culture Exceptional professional development opportunities J-18808-Ljbffr
